In Our Orbit

A blog of many voices to inspire us all on the journey of parenthood.

By Allison Gibson: For three years, I was it: the predominant presence in my first child’s life. From my son’s newborn stint in the NICU to the dog days of early infanthood at home, we spent nearly all of our time...
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By Jenna Wilber: With a toddler waiting just outside the bathroom door, I saw the second line appear and the rush of emotions started to sweep over me. Absolute joy that I was indeed pregnant again and that my son...
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By Jennifer Batchelor: So much of the newborn phase passes in a blur. With no boundaries to your days (or nights), the calendar trudges forward even though you feel trapped in a never-ending loop of feedings and diaper changes. When...
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A bracelet here, a sunhat there, or a quick switch of some shoes, and you can quickly take an outfit from the office to a baseball game in the drop of a hat- quite literally. Aside from the all-important styling...
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By Michael K. To My Baby Girl, I am writing this to you 10 days before your due date. That day cannot come soon enough, your mom and I have been counting down the days since the moment we learned...
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