Today was a heartbreaking day. Little baby Leo, still so small and innocent, was hurt by his own mother. What should have been a moment of care turned into something sad and painful.
Baby Leo only wanted comfort. He reached out to his mama, hoping for milk or a cuddle—but instead, she pushed him away. Then, in a sudden burst of frustration, she bit him. Leo cried out in pain, his tiny voice trembling, his little body curling up in fear.
He didn’t understand. Why would the one who gave him life treat him like this?
His eyes filled with tears as he sat quietly, holding his sore arm, too afraid to try again. He looked around, confused and helpless, wishing someone—anyone—would hold him gently and tell him everything would be okay.
This kind of behavior, while hard to watch, happens sometimes in the monkey world. Some mothers struggle with stress, illness, or inexperience. But no matter the reason, it doesn’t make it any easier for the baby. Little Leo didn’t deserve it. He’s just a baby, trying to survive, to feel loved, and to stay close to the only mother he knows.
Thankfully, kind caretakers nearby saw what happened. They moved in gently, offering comfort, milk, and warmth. Baby Leo, still scared, slowly reached out, his trust shaken but not broken. He drank quietly, eyes still searching for safety.
