CHAPTER XIV.

BABY’S WARDROBE.

The question that comes with fluttering signs of life.—Importance of wise choice of material and style of dress.—The blessedness of mother’s joy in preparing baby’s clothing.—The questions of dress important.—Formerly seemingly planned for discomfort.—The “binder” an instrument of torture.—Better methods now prevail.—The napkin.—How to establish regular habits for baby.—The pinning blanket.—The little shirt.—Baby’s earliest and best dress described.—The complete wardrobe described.—The furnishings of the basket.—Things which are not to baby’s taste or comfort.—The later wardrobe, 163-171