Mommas with long hair

Amanda.
So, I've always had shorter hair, from the a line bob, to shoulder length. I've only had long hair a few times in my adult life. Right now its long, longer than it's ever been and I really like it, except for the fact that it's ALWAYS in the way for feeding and just snuggling baby girl. 
I'm considering cutting it shorter again, but also want to keep it long. I don't want to have to always have it on a pony tail when I'm around baby... but don't know what other solution there is.