Tiny newborn Zuji was trying something new—
Sitting in a small, shallow pool.
At first, everything felt okay.
“Eee…?”
A soft, curious sound came as he looked at the water around him.
But then—
His balance slipped.
His tiny body tilted.
And he couldn’t sit properly.
“EEEEEE!”
Zuji burst into a loud, frightened cry, his voice shaking as he felt the unfamiliar water and loss of balance.
“Eee! Eee!”
He was scared.
Confused.
His tiny body trembled, not understanding what just happened.
The water felt strange.
The moment felt overwhelming.
Mom noticed immediately.
She rushed over gently, calm and careful.
Without panic, she supported Zuji’s body, lifting him slightly and helping him feel stable again.
Her hands were warm.
Safe.
She checked him carefully, making sure he was okay, speaking softly to comfort him.
“Shhh… it’s okay…”
Slowly—
Zuji’s loud cries began to soften.
His body relaxed.
He leaned into Mom’s support, feeling safe again.
“Eee…”
A quiet, relieved sound.
Mom continued caring for him, ensuring he was comfortable, warm, and calm after the scare.
For little Zuji, even a small slip can feel frightening—but with Mom’s gentle care, he quickly feels safe and protected again.
