Sibling rivalry is a classic tale, but witnessing a close sibling bond is truly heartwarming—especially from the very beginning.
A viral Instagram reel by the Hollister family showcases such a delightful moment. In it, Brittany Hollister’s eldest daughter meets her newborn sister, Zoe, for the first time, and the reaction is simply priceless.
The little girl gazes at baby Zoe in awe and asks, “She came out?”
“This is Zoe,” Brittany replies. The big sister, still in shock, exclaims, “She’s a real baby… she’s so tiny.”
Brittany shared that her daughter is bursting with personality, and though they anticipated a big reaction, they weren’t sure what to expect. “Seeing her so curious and soft-spoken made me emotional,” she added.
The heartwarming video not only captures the sisterly bond but also strikes a chord with viewers who shared their own sibling experiences in the comments. One recalled, “When my baby brother was born, I was seven and cried with excitement. This brought back sweet memories.”
Others found comfort in the video, reflecting on tricky sibling introductions. One comment read, “My son cried when we introduced him to his baby brother—he needed months to warm up.” They reassured, “Their bond grows stronger as they age. Your daughters are adorable!”
Today, Brittany and her husband Grant enjoy watching their daughters, ages two and four, strengthen their sibling bond. “It’s been wonderful watching them create a lifelong friendship. They love rewatching the video of their first meeting,” Brittany shared.