
…people are always popping their heads in to give the baby a big smile and try to get one in return. Also, when the baby’s there, people know them, and what would otherwise be a potentially over-wrought personal life topic becomes more interesting and relevant to your coworkers (whether or not they have their own kids). They’re all just a tiny bit invested in this thing that’s the new center of your universe, and it helps everyone get along better, and empathize with the new parents more effectively and sincerely.