All of a sudden it seems like everyone is having babies and I'm called upon to attand more showers than I've ever experienced. I've even got a new neice on the way, which is particularly exciting since my kids, now teenagers, were the only grandkids up till now. I may be more excited about being an auntie than I was about being a mother. But its also sort of awkward because it's been about 10 years since I've interacted with a baby in any way besides performing the occasional naming ritual. I imagine it's much like riding a bike. Anyway, in the spirit of celebration of my impending auntie-ness I would like to share some of my
infant blessing ritual and my
child naming ceremony, both of which I have written for friends in my Circle whose babies are not babies anymore!
As far as baby gifts go
On the Day You Were Born: Book and Musical CD
is my favorite. But if you're looking for something more practical. Judging from the number of dog carrying purses my sister has in her wardrobe, I a fashionable diaper bag like this
JJ Cole Mode Diaper Tote Bag, Cocoa Tree
and because the one thing I remember the most about being pregnant is the itchy belly, I'll toss in
Burt's Bees Mama Bee Belly Balm
. I'll probably be writing more about babies as my impending auntie status progresses.
If you are expecting a new baby, you may want to check out the
Pagan Name Database.
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