I Like Being a Sort of Hippie Mom

As it turns out, I kind of like being a "hippie" mom. I love cloth diapers. Not only are they way cheaper and healthier for babies they are great for the environment. Years ago NBC did a program during a green week campaign and an episode showed how many disposable diapers one baby goes through from infancy to potty training. I was horrified. It was probably then that I committed to using cloth diapers when the time came. Thankfully I have a husband who is as committed as I am. Which is good because he is the primary care taker. I love making baby food. I've been lucky enough to exclusively breastfeed for almost ten months, go me! It's taken a lot of patience and dedication on my part. It sucks having to pump two-three times a day at work. But now it's time for solid foods. Making Gumba's food has enabled me to still feel like an integral part of his feedings. Plus I like the food and when he doesn't finish I have a tasty healthy snack! Now I know there is much more I could be doing to be an actual hippie mom but I enjoy red meat, showers, and my car. We all have to start somewhere.