I'm in, too.

For several years now I've wanted to do something like this. Ever since I rushed to Seattle to help a friend who suddenly found herself there with a very sick baby. I remember taking leftovers, canned peaches, children's books, a blanket, and a few baby carriers.

And before I left I had watched her snuggle her little boy in a mei tai for the first time. He seem suddenly so comfortable and she was in awe of how wonderful such a simple piece of fabric could be. Despite all the tubes trailing about and the nurses poking and prodding and the alarms going off, that baby boy was where he needed to be and his mama had him where she needed him. For that moment they both seemed oblivious to their surroundings.

That was where the seed was planted with me. And now Susan has watered it by starting a lending library to help families "wear cancer out." Childhood cancer seems so unfair, so mean, so uncontrollable. But even if we can't make it all better in an instant, sometimes just making life more comfortable and easier for the family can make a huge difference.

Many of us have experienced the joy and benefits of babywearing in our happy, healthy family. Imagine what it can do for a family who has been jolted by the reality of fighting a childhood cancer.

Come help. Check out the website and become a fan on Facebook. Donate to the cause. It's a great one. Spread the word and help us wear cancer out.

Building a Bridge

Tingly Toes is ready. We are going to build a beautiful bridge. A bridge that will bring the world of babywearing to the world of childhood cancer. Two worlds that are different and yet the same. Worlds of comfort and support. Worlds where moments are savored. Where children and babies are cherished.

Is there anything more precious than holding your baby? Comforting your child when they are in pain? Knowing that your touch, your love is helping them heal?

I am so excited to build this bridge, and help bring the awareness of babywearing to families that are fighting childhood cancer. This bridge will be incredible.