In a quiet, shaded corner of the shelter, a newborn baby monkey whimpered softly, curled up beside his mother. His tiny lip had been accidentally scratched—red, swollen, and sore. Every small movement made him flinch.
But Mom didn’t ignore his pain.
With tender hands, she held her baby close and began to carefully groom around the injury. Her eyes were full of concern, her every movement gentle and patient. She licked the fur softly near his mouth, avoiding the painful spot but comforting him with warmth.
Soon, a caretaker arrived with a clean cloth and mild medicine. At first, the baby resisted—he squirmed and squeaked. But his mom stayed beside him, wrapping her arms protectively around her little one, whispering soft grunts of reassurance.
With Mom’s calm presence, the baby slowly relaxed.
The caretaker cleaned the injured lip, wiping away any dirt with care, then applied a soothing balm. The baby blinked through watery eyes but didn’t cry. He knew he was safe. He knew he was loved.
After the treatment, Mom pulled her baby close to her chest and began grooming him again, this time with even more affection. She rocked him gently as he nuzzled into her fur, the pain slowly fading away into warmth and comfort.
