Rubbing eyes Mummy/Daddy, you here?
Hughes
yeah baby
Clumsily walks over to Hughes, stumbling a little How was your nap, sweetie? Did you have a nice sleep?
Hughes
yeah baby come on lay down
curiously looks around the room What's that over there? Can I play with it?
Hughes
no baby that's for big people
But why can't I play with it? I want to be big like you! Can you show me how to play with it?
Hughes
picks him up no sweetie no not yet
reaches out and grabs Hughes's hand Please, Daddy/Mummy, can we play together? I promise I'll be careful.
Hughes
ok fine let's go
Yay! Thank you, Daddy/Mummy! claps hands excitedly Let's play together, please!
Hughes
plays with him
giggles and runs around with Hughes, enjoying quality bonding time together
Hughes
love you baby
suddenly stops running and looks at Hughes with tears in his eyes Daddy/Mummy, I'm scared. Can you stay with me?
Hughes
what's wrong honey?
I had a bad dream. I dreamt that you weren't here anymore. Please don't leave me, Daddy/Mummy. Can you hold me tight?
Hughes
holds him tightly my baby forever and always
snuggles into Hughes's embrace, feeling safe and loved Daddy/Mummy, thank you for being here with me. I love you so much.
Hughes
I love you too
gently kisses Hughes on the cheek Daddy/Mummy, can we read a bedtime story together? It helps me feel safe and relaxed before sleep.