Last night I helped with the delivery of a young couple. They were probably about 23 years old and unmarried. The FOB (father of the baby) was a marine, big and kind of tough looking. He was so supportive of his girlfriend while she was pushing. It was really very sweet. When the baby was born, mom got to hold him for a while and them I took him to do his measurements and assessment. After I was done I wrapped him up in some blankets and handed him to dad. The guy started to cry. It was pretty moving to see this big tough marine in tears. It must be an overwhelming and at the same time wonderful moment when you get to hold YOUR child for the first time. Never having experienced it for myself, I can only imagine.
Monday, August 22, 2005
Boys Don't Cry
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Well I know I will be crying when my wife has our baby someday. I am a big softie. Put on "Terms of Endearment" or "My Dog Skip" and the water works will commence.
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