Jay and Sharon Wey were about to experience one of the most memorable moments in their parenting journey—introducing their 2-year-old daughter to her newborn baby brother. Little did they know, this special moment would take an unexpected, yet hilarious, turn.
The couple, who regularly share their family adventures on social media, thought they had come up with a clever plan to ensure the introduction went smoothly. As they prepared to head to the hospital, they sat their daughter down for an important conversation. Jay, with a smile, gently explained, “Mommy is going to the hospital to have your baby brother, and when you see her again, we’ll have a gift for you.”
At the mere mention of a present, their little girl's face lit up with joy. Her eyes sparkled with excitement, and she nodded in eager agreement. “OK,” she said, completely focused on the promise of a special gift. To her young mind, the arrival of her baby brother became secondary to the mysterious present her parents had hinted at.
Fast forward to the hospital. The moment finally arrived—her first meeting with her baby brother. The scene couldn’t have been more perfect. As she gently stroked the newborn’s tiny head, her parents watched, hearts melting, thinking the introduction had gone even better than planned. Their daughter was calm, tender, and seemingly thrilled to meet her sibling. Everything was going perfectly—until it wasn’t.
Suddenly, the little girl began scanning the room, her wide eyes searching for something. Her parents looked at each other, momentarily puzzled, until she turned to the newborn and innocently asked, “Where’s my gift?”
Jay and Sharon couldn’t help but laugh. They quickly realized the promise of a gift had been her main focus all along. What they had thought would be a sweet bonding moment between siblings quickly transformed into an amusing reminder that toddlers don’t forget promises—especially ones involving presents.
Jay later joked that they had hoped her new baby brother would be enough of a “gift” for their daughter. Clearly, she had other expectations! The toddler, being the thoughtful big sister she is, had actually brought something for her baby brother, too. “She packed a little satchel full of random toys for him,” Jay shared, pointing out that the bag she was carrying in the viral video was actually meant for her newborn sibling.
Social media users couldn’t get enough of the heartwarming and funny moment. Comments poured in, with many praising the little girl’s persistence. “She’s right! Where’s her gift?” one user quipped. Another joked, “That’s not the kind of gift she had in mind!”
Thankfully, Jay and Sharon were one step ahead. When the family returned home later that day, waiting for their daughter was a carefully wrapped light-up doll, a gift they had planned all along. Of course, they told her it was from her baby brother, and she was delighted by the thoughtful gesture. Her face once again lit up, and this time, the promise was fulfilled.
But beyond the humor, Jay and Sharon’s primary concern had been how their daughter would adjust to having a new sibling. Like many parents, they worried that jealousy might arise. However, their worries were quickly put to rest. From the moment she met her brother, their daughter only wanted to shower him with love and affection.
“She just wants to hug him and kiss him,” Jay shared, noting that she took her role as big sister seriously. She also eagerly jumped in to help with daily tasks, including feeding bottles. “She tries to help all the time,” Jay said with a laugh. “But honestly, she’s not very efficient—it’s actually counterproductive!”
Though she may not yet be the most helpful assistant when it comes to feeding time, there’s no doubt she’s already a devoted big sister. The Wey family’s heartwarming story, full of love, laughter, and a bit of toddler mischief, has resonated with thousands online. It’s a reminder that even in the most carefully planned moments, children have their own way of making memories truly unforgettable.