Boy Cries and Prays for a Sibling Every Day – 5 Years Later, His Prayer Is Finally Answered

One little boy desperately longed for the special kind of bond siblings have. However, his mom wasn't ready for another child. Fast forward five years, and the youngster finally got what he had been praying for all along.

Documenting her son on camera allowed one mom to show the world how badly her little boy wanted a brother or sister. TikToker @carlamariadelrocio likely never imagined looking back on the clip years later with tears in her eyes.

But that's precisely what happened—and the rest of the world was crying with her. People were moved by the emotional video montage she shared on TikTok in August 2022. With millions of views and countless comments, it is undeniably heartwarming.

He Prayed for a Sibling

A video of @carlamariadelrocio showed her talking to her son and asking him why he was so tearful. The then-three-year-old mumbled and shouted that he wanted a sibling. He expressed that he wanted someone he could play with. However, his mom replied that she "wasn't ready for another baby."

Still, her little boy refused to take no for an answer. On-screen text in the TikTok video revealed: "My son prayed every day."

The TikToker told viewers that she was no longer in a relationship with the children's father. However, she was doing her best, and netizens applauded her parenting. One commenter stated she was a "good mom" who raised her son right.

His Prayers Were Answered

Seeing her son's emotions and desperation broke the mother's heart, but she was content with having only one child. Her son continuously shared his requests for a sibling over time—and five years later, his dream finally came true.

In the touching TikTok video, an older big brother holds his baby sister in the hospital for the first time. For him, she was the answer to years of praying. The mom was overcome with emotion, and her son couldn't hide his joy.

He Is the Best Big Brother

Further footage documented the siblings' journey over the years. The big brother played with his sister in the park and taught her how to walk. He finally got everything he longed for—and more!

He would look out for his sibling for the rest of her life, and one day she could watch the old videos of her brother, seeing just how much he always loved her.

In the comment section, the mother revealed that her son didn't have a relationship with his dad. Due to past events involving his father, the boy was determined to be there for his sister. The mother said he wanted to "protect her at all [costs]."

Praise for the Mother

The TikToker told viewers that she was no longer in a relationship with the children's father. However, she was doing her best, and netizens applauded her parenting. One commenter stated she was a "good mom" who raised her son right.

The mother was immensely thankful for her two blessings and expressed that watching them grow together was "beautiful."

The Online Response

The clip left many users in tears, and people noted that the youngster would be "the best big brother anyone could ever want." Online community members also celebrated with the boy and thanked God for the miracle:

"This made me cry. And I’m in the clinic parking lot sobbing like a little girl. I felt this so hard. Kids are so genuine and pure. God bless you."

- (Nubia Gonzalez) August 31, 2022

"This is so beautiful. He’s the best big brother! [Your] daughter has an angel for a brother."

- (Queen Sash) September 3, 2022

"You know we always hear some women say they were born to be mothers, but this sweetie was born to be a big brother. He was more than ready."

- (Min) September 10, 2022

"God is awesome [He] answered [his] prayer. To God be the glory."

- (Elmira Verunque) November 3, 2022

"I’m so glad he has his sister now!"

- (Virginia Branch) November 4, 2022

Another Child Is a Dream Come True

The TikToker's son wasn't the only person longing for a new family member. One Michigan couple welcomed 14 sons together and hoped to have a little girl.

Maggie Jayne was born in 2020, answering Kateri and Jay Schwandt's prayers. She was "the greatest gift they could imagine," and they couldn't wait to see her grow and enjoy life alongside her brothers.

Gaining a new sibling or another child is always a blessing. We wish the families many happy years together, navigating life and making beautiful memories.