Daily Free-Write July 19, 2021: The Baby Patrol Pt. 9

Continuation of July 18, 2021 "The Baby Patrol Pt. 8"

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Brad was indeed in a world of his own as he was wheeled off to Elissa's house. It was lucky for him that he was able to tune out the annoying teen and get into the headspace of being a little boy as he played with his new stuffed friend. Over the past days, he had become more and more like those mindlessly regressed 'dependent citizens' that he found so off-putting when he first entered daycare. He had begun to enjoy being like them without even realizing it was happening. For him, he was just finding a relaxing and stress free escape from his big boy life, and he was pretty happy most of the time. He chewed on his teddy as he looked at the two grown-ups standing above the strollers. They were opening the door to an apartment unit not far from his own.

"It's down to good rest," said Ted, authoritatively. "I can see your dependent isn't getting enough of it. Just look at the bags under his eyes. Then look at Brad here. They started around they same time, didn't they? But look at the difference."

"Oh yes, I can see what you mean," said Elissa looking the two of them over. "Oh, the poor little guy isn't getting much sleep at all. Not sure why. I give him plenty of attention and care. Maybe you can help me figure it out?" She opened the door and let Ted in first, then followed behind. "Hi Mom!" she called. "I'm home and I brought a friend!"

"Oh wow, your place is nice. It's bigger than ours," said Ted.

"Yeah, we've got a full house. Mom, Dad, Me, and of course my two younger brothers. They're at school right now."

Ted looked at the man who looked positively humiliated. He could imagine how hard it would be to suddenly be demoted to a status below even your own children. But Artie was wise in all his ways, and he knew it was ultimately for the best. "Ah, that makes sense. And of course I'll help you. That's what neighbors are for, right?"

"Right!" said Elissa, giving Ted a bright smile. They helped the two toddlers out of their strollers and led them by the hand through the apartment. Elissa's Mom came up to them and introduced herself.

"Oh, well hello there, young man. You must be Elissa's new friend. I'm Marty, it's so nice to meet you. Will you be staying for dinner, or just lunch?"

"Dinner," said Elissa, before Ted could respond. There went his chance of leaving early. "The little ones need their bath before lunch and nap time, so we're gonna be in the bathroom for a little while. Did you have to use it?" This was always a polite question to ask because having an accident had immediate consequences from Artie.

"No, dear. I'm fine. Let me just say hello to my little hubby wubby and her adorable new friend!"

Brad laughed and giggled while he was being fussed over, but Marty's former husband seemed less than amused. He clearly hadn't accepted becoming the little sister of the family.

"Mommm," said Elissa, putting her hands on her hips.

"Oh, alright." Marty huffed. "I'll see you cuties later!" She booped Brad's nose, which made him blush and smile, then turned to Brad and Elissa. "You two go ahead and take care of the little ones. Lunch will be ready in half an hour."

"Perfect," said Elissa.

"Nice to meet you, ma'am," said Ted, remembering the golden edict of politeness - always be polite to your neighbor.

"Such a good boy," said Marty as they left.

Once they got into the bathroom and drew the bath, Brad realized that he was going to be naked in front of everyone and began to get fussy. He struggled to find his words as he had been using them less and less, but after a bit of struggle he managed to say, "No! I don' wanna be nakie!"

Ted frowned. "Come on now, we've all seen little ones naked. You have nothing to be ashamed of, silly. Babies are naked in front of grown-ups all the time." Brad's protests were no match for Ted's newfound strength and he soon had the boy down to his diaper, which he left on while the tub filled. "No point in taking that off until your bath is ready. We don't want a big mess on the bathroom floor, do we?" Brad shook his head.

"Come on, Sissy," said Elissa, who was struggling with her stubborn father. "Do you want another spanking?" The former head of household remained adamant as he shook his head. "Oh, you're being such a bad little girl today. Ted, can you help me?"

Ted gave the man a sympathetic look. "Sorry to do this buddy," he said, as he picked the man up and put the man over his lap, "but it's for your own good. Artie knows best." He pulled down the back of the man's pretty pink diaper and nodded to Elissa. "Go ahead. It's all clear for you."

Elissa gave her father a stern look and raised her hand. "This is to teach you how to be a good baby. The faster you learn, the faster you can grow up again."

After the spanking, the bath water was ready and the two regressed citizens were undiapered and wiped before being lowered into the water.

"When do you think you're gonna let your Dad grow back up?" asked Ted idly.

"Oh, I don't know. I kind of like having a baby girl. And being a caretaker sure does have its perks..." She left the thought hanging in the air as they scrubbed the two blushing adult-babies clean. Ted himself didn't know when he'd let Brad grow up. Brad sure seemed happier as a little boy, and he really wondered if keeping him like that wouldn't be better. He had a lot of soul searching to do, but that would have to wait until he could be on his own to think, and not stuck on a playdate with this chatty girl.