Information overload

There is so much to learn about looking after a new baby. Everywhere you look seems to offer slightly different advice. I guess because I have some time on my hands at the moment I am reading quite a lot and talking to a lot of friends who have young children. It's amazing what there is to learn...and I'm sure most of it can only really be learnt 'on the job' as it were!

That said, I'm thoroughly enjoying the reading and research into the various different things we need to know/buy/do/not do. I'm also loving having the time available to do them. Even more I love the fact that I can feel the baby kicking on and off throughout every day. Life really is a miracle.

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Anonymous said…

I really enjoy reading your blog. It feels like you are right there talking to me . I do miss you especially at this important time in your life. I was excited to see the apartment photos, and to know that I will be there in four weeks to view it all for myself. All my love, Mum

11:37 pm

MattandJules said…

I really meant to write much sooner when Paul and Gaz told me your news, but congratulations to you and Paul. It's fantastic, and reading your blog about the baby kicking is making me feel so intrigued, only don't tell Matt :)
You sound like you are loving every minute and it's so funny reading about your valance and cooking diasters. Maybe you have a different kind of craving?

Take Care.

Jules

9:33 am

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