There are a variety of ways to “wear your baby” these days using slings, wraps, and carriers. Advocates of babywearing describe its benefits, which include less crying for baby, the promotion of baby-parent bonding, and ease of travel. Not to mention less fatigue for the arms! But they usually omit what I think is one of the greatest perks: accessorizing. Continue reading “Babywearing”
Big girl
Taken July 25, 2006, three months old (part of the Monthiversary Series). Continue reading “Big girl”
Sage
Taken July 18, 2006. Continue reading “Sage”
Immersion experience
With several friends having recently given birth, I’ve been thinking more about Lucy’s first weeks again. And I’ve realized something: caring for a newborn is like having a language or cultural immersion experience. Continue reading “Immersion experience”
Little Buddha
Taken July 15, 2006. Continue reading “Little Buddha”
Champion drooler
Taken July 22, 2006. Continue reading “Champion drooler”
Relaxed
Taken May 31, 2006. Continue reading “Relaxed”
Standing tall
Taken July 17, 2006. Continue reading “Standing tall”
The big three
Lucy turned three months old yesterday, and I must tell everyone: you were right. It definitely gets better when they hit that three-month marker. Continue reading “The big three”
Displeasure personified
Taken July 16, 2006. Continue reading “Displeasure personified”