We had no idea how Drake would react to Evie's birth. We had talked with him about how he would be a big brother and would have a sister. He knew his sister's name would be Evie, but I think the idea of an actual person coming for a two and a half year old is pretty abstract. Some days he would seem excited about the idea but other days he would say "No want it".
When Drake met Evie for the first time, he seemed excited about looking at her and watching what she was doing. The excitement and interest was short lived and he was ready to leave after about ten minutes. He came to the hospital again the second day we were there and again was excited and actually kissed her when it was time to leave.
Since we have been home, Drake has been great. We have tried to keep him on his normal schedule as best as possible. He has been going to school and had his normal gymnastics class this Monday. He has been great with Evie and has been very interested in holding her when we let him. I'm sure throughout their lives they will have their moments but I hope they will be great friends.
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