I think little boys today are grateful they no longer wear dresses when they are little. I'm quite sure this was Shelby's christening gown, but 'tis quite feminine my our standards today. Kit: Precious Heart by Booland Designs...
This picture from my cousin's heritage collection is of two of her cousins. The eldest doesn't look one little bit happy! This was taken about 1885. Kit: Precious Heart by Booland Designs https://pickleberrypop.com/shop/product.php?productid=65597&page=1 Font: Australian Script