Out And About

I've taken both girls out of the house by myself before, usually with the double stroller, which makes it easier. Once I made a quick trip to Target by putting Amanda's car seat in the basket of the cart while Eva sat up front. All I needed was diapers, and they fit easily under the cart. But I'd never be able to do that at the grocery store, because I'd need to be able to fill the cart without the car seat in the way. I'll have to figure out how to jump that hurdle later.

Dave gets restless and frequently suggests a trip to the beach or park. I want to get out of the house too, but I'd rather go somewhere air conditioned, like the mall or the WeeStart Gym. That way Eva can burn off some steam on the indoor playground while I can nurse in comfort. It's just too hot and muggy to be outside right now, but Dave hates staying indoors. So he takes Eva for a bike ride or walk while I try to stay cool at home. When the weather cools off, I won't mind going outside so much. Even so, one mother at the WeeStart Gym, when she found out Amanda was only 3 weeks old, told me "that's awfully young to be out among other people". Is she kidding? I'd be climbing the walls if I had to stay home for a solid month after having a baby. She's breastfed (and it's not cold season), so her immune system is just fine. Of course, the same lady asked whether Amanda was a boy or girl, even though she was in a flowery pink outfit, so what does she know?