The Van Buskirk Tribune

On July 10, Ella and I attended our first ever playdate!

I found a group of Seattle moms who cloth diaper, and we had our first meeting last Thursday. I was really nervous for both Ella and I because she normally does not do so well in group settings, and I am more of a keep-to-myself type until I get to know you.

Well, we both did great! Ella and I felt comfortable with the moms and children who were there, and I felt like the moms really understood when I told them that Ella is sensitive to strangers. Not to mention they knew what I was talking about when I said "fitted" or "PUL!"

We shared all the different diapers, played with all sorts of toys, and Ella even had a little "chat" with a cute little boy named Quinn. We have another meeting next month, and I have since joined two other Seattle mom's groups. One just as a playdate group, and the other is a babywearing group.

We have lots of fun in store!