[blparent] Newbie Introduction

[Jessica Reed]

Congratulations on your upcoming bundle of joy! Though I completely agree not to go overboard on baby must-have's, one thing I definitely would register for is the ergo. Baby carriers are invaluable, especially to blind parents who depend on transportation. My daughter Lila is a year old in two weeks, so I just went through it. Don't be afraid to ask any questions here, and congratulations again!

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> On Mar 19, 2015, at 12:09 PM, Jo Elizabeth Pinto via blparent <blparent at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Congratulations on your coming baby.  My advice is, most "must have" baby items are not must have.  Take it easy on buying things.  You'll be overloaded with stuff before you know it, and then you'll be trying to get rid of what's outgrown in no time.
> 
> Jo Elizabeth
> 
> Truth is tough. It will not break, like a bubble, at a touch; nay, you may kick it about all day like a football, and it will be round and full at evening.--Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
> -----Original Message----- From: Kristi Wilkins via blparent
> Sent: Thursday, March 19, 2015 9:23 AM
> To: blparent at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [blparent] Newbie Introduction
> 
> Hi everyone,
> 
> I am new to this list and just wanted to introduce myself.  My husband and
> I are expecting a baby in October and I thought it would be a good idea to
> get a head start on getting advice from experienced blind parents.  I am
> legally blind and my husband is sighted.  We both work full time, and I am
> a bit nervous about navigating the world of daycare, transportation, doctor
> appointments, sick days, and so much else with a newborn.  Any advice on
> what to expect, must have baby items, or any other tips and tricks would be
> greatly appreciated.
> 
> Thanks and looking forward to talking with you all!
> 
> Kristi Godden
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