This is a normal Foochow frugal practice. New babies did not have to have new clothes. Old clothes were more comfortable to wear and then, babies quickly outgrow their clothings.
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Grandma said something very important for everyone to learn. " Torn cloth to wrap a real pearl". I always feel good thinking of that.
My mother said she made just a few pajamas and long pants for me. She also sewed a lot of square pieces to act as my nappies.
Love of a mother for her daughter.
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