Category Archives: baby gear
The Angel and the Devil
Did I ever mention my two personalities? I have the crunchy-granola earth mother side. She’s all kum-bye-ya and shit. Then I have the I’m-just-a-little-too-tired-and-cynical-to-bother side. She’s louder. She’s totally a more assertive personality. They are constantly fighting in my head. … Continue reading
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Gay Gay Vacay
Oneofhismoms is on vacation. A short one, yes. But it is the first time my little family has gone somewhere alone and stayed in a hotel instead of with family or friends. So here we are in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. … Continue reading
The Best City Stroller
Kim asked about my hands-down best stroller purchase. The answer is easy: Maclaren Techno XT. Done. Ok, I guess I should tell you why. The Phil and Teds is handy for pushing two boys at once. I also love the … Continue reading
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I Am On A (Not-So) Lonely Road
Traveling, traveling, traveling. I spend a lot of time wishing I were traveling. I get jealous often, in a not-mean way, of folks like travelher, who make it a priority. I have entire summers off. But my partner does not. … Continue reading
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What I Have Given Away
The glider. I sat in it so many times with Trucker nursing. Then taking him off. Then gliding him to sleep. We’d bought it when A was eight months pregnant with Cakie. The woman who sold it to us lived … Continue reading
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Babypushing 101: The Shiny New One
That’s what Cakie calls our Phil & Teds sport stroller with the doubles kit. I’ve been drooling over this stroller for years. At first, I was concerned that the child in the bottom seat doesn’t have a very good view, … Continue reading
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Babypushing 101: When Your Back Won’t Even Let You Glance At That Sling (Part 1)
Yes, I have four strollers in my foyer. Why? Why? I’ll tell you why… Ummm. Hmmm. Why don’t I tell you why I have each one instead? Stroller #1 — The Snap and Go This is more of a temporary … Continue reading
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Babywearing 101*
Let’s begin this lesson with the fact that I am not an expert. I’m just a lady who has worn a few slings in my day. Also, it must be noted that I do not wear my baby all day. … Continue reading
