Big Sister School

Last weekend we took Gwen to a Sibling Prep class at our hospital.  It may have been the cutest thing in the world.  There were 4 children total from ages 2.5-5.   The teacher asked each child about their sibling-to-be.  Gwen was shy at first, but that didn't last long.  She told them that I was having a boy named Baby Pink (seems as though she has switched to Team Boy leaving me as the lone standing Team Girl member). 

Each child was given a doll and taught how to hold, rock, feed, burp, swaddle, and diaper the baby.  The teacher kept asking the children questions and Gwen was quick to answer.  One question was "Why do babies cry?".  Gwen answered "because they need a hug."  It took everything in my power to not cry. 

Each kid was then given a surgical hat, mask, and gloves.  We then went on a tour where they got to see a real baby in the nursery and check out the birthing suit.  They got to see all the tools (snot sucker, thermometer, stethoscope...etc).  It was great to see Gwen in a learning environment.  She followed directions and waited her turn.  She was so eager to learn and participate.  She had such a great time that she keeps talking about wanting to go back.  Here are some pictures from the class: