Kitten Helps Human Mom Breastfeed Her Newborn Baby, and It's So Wholesome
Carley Sercovich’s home in New Orleans is already full of animals, so it makes sense that her first baby arrived with a little extra furry attention. Her son, Foster, and the family’s foster kitten, Doppel, are both tiny, both 10 weeks old, and both getting plenty of love.
What started as a normal breastfeeding moment quickly turned into something much sweeter, because Doppel decided he wanted to help. Carley says the kitten paws at her while she feeds Foster, and the result is the kind of scene that makes pet lovers stop and smile.
Now the video is getting attention for all the right reasons, and Doppel’s timing is hard to beat. Read on.
The heartwarming bond between Carley Sercovich's newborn, Foster, and their foster kitten, Doppel, highlights the unique dynamics of a pet-friendly household. Capturing this adorable moment on video, Carley demonstrated the serendipitous timing of their lives, with both the kitten and her son being just 10 weeks old at the time. As Foster grows, he is enveloped in a nurturing environment filled with the companionship of animals, which can significantly enhance emotional well-being for both him and his parents. Carley's ongoing documentation of their shared experiences on her professional website showcases not just the joy, but also the challenges of raising a child in the company of pets. This narrative paints a vivid picture of how animals can enrich family life, particularly for new parents navigating the complexities of parenthood while fostering a sense of community with their furry friends.
That kind of timing is almost too perfect to script.
She has shown this video to other moms, and they loved it so much. She said, “The other moms I’ve shown the video to have said how adorable it is.”
It’s also like the ex-feral tomcat who turned into a “mama bear” for foster kittens
“The first time Doppel tried to help me, I thought it was very funny and sweet.
Everyone in the house seems to be getting along just fine.
The kitten helps even when Foster is drinking milk from a bottle.
Foster is growing up in the best possible way—with pets around him.
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Some babies get lullabies, Foster gets a kitten assistant.
For more cuddle comfort, watch how this orphaned kitten’s plush mama became her bedtime buddy
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