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Babies

October 22nd, 2010 · 6 Comments · Uncategorized

Babies have been on our minds since our daughter found out that she’s expecting a boy in early March and our niece recently delivered a little girl.  Of course, babies are adorable everywhere, and China is no exception.  One of the differences here is that the babies tend to be dressed more warmly than we’re used to seeing — most wear several layers of clothing.  We were told that if it’s “officially winter,” children will be dressed in winter clothing, even if it’s 70 degF outside:

Although there are a few families with strollers, the typical mode of transportation is usually in colorful carriers on the backs of mothers or grandmothers:

 Thankfully, they’re careful how they sit on the bus!

Less common, but occasionally still seen, is a basket:

Of course, this way is always handy!

Another major difference: the ubiquitous split pants.  Not much business in diapers here!

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  • Laurie

    I wonder if any of those carrying methods have been recalled do to injury? Maybe China is more lenient with their policies 😉

  • Tim

    …another reason why you should always peel your veggies and fruit before you eat them!

  • Tim

    this way is “handy!” ha ha ha. Good one, dad.

  • admin

    Actually, the “handy” comment came from Mom’s creative mind (she wrote this blog). But we worked together to think up the one about not doing your “business” in diapers…

  • Chris R

    Can you bring me back a pair of those pants ,38 waist and 32 length

  • admin

    Sorry, but I don’t think there are any pants here with a size 38 waist, with or without an intact crotch.

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