The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-04
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 Your Children
Ry Olive Roberts Barton

The stork is not only returning to It's nests in Holland, but appears to be doing very well in America, too. Maternity hospitals are extra busy these days.
 AS infants never bring trunks along and expect their hosts to pro- vide for their needs ahead of time, a few reminders to prospective mothers may help @ little with their problems. of course, today when stores advertise entire layettes al- ready put up that telephone call will bring to your door, no Sugges- tionS will be needed. But most women ike to choose these little garments, one by one, and have 8 say-So in selection. Here's what you are most likely to need: Diapers-4 dozen, of two sizes.
 Shirts--3 or {.
 Knitted bands--3 or 4. (Ask the doctor if he wants you to use bands before investing in them).
 White cotton slips--4 to 8.
 Nightgowns--3 or 4.
 Stockings or long bootees-4 pairs.
 Sacques or sweaters-2 to 4.
 Cap and coat.
 Wrapping blankets, as many as you like.
 Follow Doctors Suggestions This last can be changed to suit requirements. Some things may be included or omitted, according to climate and the doctors suggestion. For instance, I have not mentioned flannel petticoats, or "gertrudes," 1" because many baby-doctors today say, Let him kick his heels" Even slips or dresses (which should be plain, soft and comfort able) are taboo for the first few weeks. You may have hard time getting used to your new cherub clad only in shirt, diaper, stockings and sweater, whereas you had pic- tured him billowing in ruffles, bows and lace, with nothing of him on view but sleepy little head on a beautiful pillow
 But the new Ideas are sensible. Like most things concerning chil- dren, the baby's feelings are con- sidered first, and his real comfort and growth. Soft blankets take the place of these just-at-first clothes, you sec.
 It is best, however, to have some day-slips on hand and nightgowns, too. like nightgowns, especially the "stockinette' variety, because they seem cosier and make a little extra, for cooler hours. Many mothers use them for day.round wear. Tn summer, thinner ones are necessary. It depends on where you are and how the weather is.
 Variations on Diapers | Diapers are made of cotton birds-eye now, almost altogether Two sizes are best. Smaller ones for the first weeks and larger ones for later. There are also sold now different combinations that are con. venient. One consists of cotton ir soft gauge that can be thrown away; another of soft tissue laid in. side the cloth to protect 1t. The mothers preference can be satisfied in almost any. respect. There are also shaped" diapers, which are comfortable.
 Don't forget to add safety-pins te the list. Then there are vaseline, a good oil, baby soap. talcuni, a batf, apron for yourself, 6 soft brush anc old linen for towels and washrags This last Item will have to be pro. cured from friends if you haven't any old linen.
 As for shirts, whether or no they are cotton or wool or mixture oi both, or silk, this also is a matter of season and preference. The "un- der.band" is being discarded, but there are occasional times when Il is still used.
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