Maybe this will explain it . . .

In his little world, there is nothing scarier than an Orange-Julius encrusted 17-mo. old sister. With itchy fingers.

Can't you just hear Elmira's (from "Animaniacs") voice: "I want to hug him and kiss him and squeeze him tight and . . ."  

On another note, last night he woke only once to nurse for less than five minutes. And spent none of it in our bed. I am thrilled!