Babies Aren't Meant For Putting Down
Briefly

The Italian word bombolotto encapsulates a sense of joy and endearment towards cherubic children, as they're celebrated publicly in Naples with affectionate admiration.
In Naples, bombolotti are considered a communal treasure, inviting attention and affection from everyone – they represent a cultural bond over cherubic joy and admiration.
Despite concerns about safety, the joy and warmth surrounding the public display of affection for children in Naples feels integral to their cultural values and norms.
The narrative highlights the contrast between the stranger’s spontaneity in interacting with children and the parental instinct to protect, bringing to light cultural differences in child-rearing.
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