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I observed my daughters’ connection to dress while I questioned my own. I marveled at their ability to fashion themselves and at their determination to create a look that they were convinced was right for them. I began to see my daughters’ identities manifested through their choice of dress.
Why do mums dress differently than others? I had an inkling of why when my tiny niece smeared her greasy hands all over my silk shirt as a sign of affection. I always thought that if I became a mother myself, I would just wash my clothes more often. Turns out it isn’t that simple.
Longtime Brooklynite Iris Ying became an unwitting pandemic mom, promptly moving in with her parents in the Chicago suburbs when the virus hit mid-pregnancy. While her maternity quarantine has consisted of nursing, copious amounts of Netflix, and the occasional apple-picking excursion, she photo-chats about the frustrations of nursingwear.
I’d always imagined that, should I embark on the motherhood path, I would be the type of pregnant person draped in flamboyant, patterned robes and empire-waist dresses. I’d decorate this goddess-like figure as though it were a festively wrapped parcel, presenting my breederly gift to the world complete with a satin bow belt.
Growing up I thought that when one became a mommy she would stop caring about her look; I mean, you have your life all figured out, so why on earth would your looks be important anymore? But now, as a mother myself, I see it very differently. I SURE DO CARE ABOUT MY LOOK!
