Lessons learned

~Don't leave folded baby socks on the bed, they are just the right size and weight for a cat to bat around.

~Notice each new development, like sitting on knees.

~Don't try to trim a baby's toenails right after you put lotion on their feet.



~Make sure that items can be multi-purpose:  foam corners good for noggin bumps and teething.

~Always poke a potato before baking it.  (Along with this lesson could also go: Listen to your mother.)


~Enjoy the little things - peacefully looking at the rain, and little mo-hawks after nap time.

~Keep everything that you don't want a baby to get into far out of reach; such as a large bowl of lavender and rice for sachets.

~Don't turn your head when feeding the baby - it can get messy!

~Cloth diapers are good for tender bums


~Instill a good fashion sense in your child

Have a good weekend!