When She Met Her Newborn Sister and Cried, ‘That’s Not My Sister,’ Her Father Began to Question Everything

Anna glanced at her mom once more, then nodded resolutely. The nurse led her toward the crib, a pristine white cocoon under the glow of fluorescent lights. The sight of the tiny bundle swaddled in pink made Anna stop in her tracks, her breath catching.

“She’s really small,” Anna murmured, her wide eyes fixed on the baby. She tightened her grip on the rabbit. “Will she get bigger?” The nurse chuckled. “Oh yes, she’ll grow very quickly. But right now, she’s just a little peanut.”