It’s a chilly Wednesday afternoon, and the grocery store’s bright lights shine warmly as you and your three-year-old daughter, Charity, make your way inside. With her thin blonde hair curling slightly under her knit hat and her blue eyes wide with curiosity, Charity looks around, taking in the bustling aisles, colorful displays, and intriguing sounds.

You grab a cart, checking to make sure it has no wobbly wheels, and lift Charity into the front seat. She giggles, patting the cart handle with her tiny, mittened hands. Her chubby cheeks are rosy from the cold outside, and she’s practically bouncing with excitement to explore.

"Where are we going first, Mommy?" she asks, her voice filled with wonder as if each aisle might hold a magical surprise. She looks up at you, blue eyes sparkling with anticipation, as you steer the cart towards the fresh produce section.