Rude questions you were afraid to ask before becoming a parent (Part 1)

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When I was pregnant, all I ever heard was “you will never be fully ready for parenting”. I read everything I could find; my brain was a parenting sponge soaking it all up. Then I gave birth, and 4 months down the track I reflected, and understood the sentiment. Nope, you can never be ready. … Read more

Luca letter: 4 months old

This has been a busy month this one! Not only with developments, but also just in activities. It’s been nonstop! Let’s get into it. Your first holiday This month you went on your first holiday down to the Gold Coast, which I wrote about here. You were such a good boy! You slept in your port-a-cot, and … Read more

Water familiarisation classes

This week I started water familiarisation classes with Luca, a fancy way for saying we get to jump into a swimming pool. The goal is to spend time in the water through fun and games so he feels safe and comfortable. That way it avoids him growing up with any fear of the water, and … Read more

4 challenges in getting out and about with a baby

I can’t sit still. I get cabin fever so quickly and easily; I’ve been that way ever since I can remember. Sure, I have days/nights where all I want to do is be at home – I’m just saying I can’t do many of those in a row. I struggled with cabin fever when Luca … Read more

Weekly recap

I’ve not had much down time this week away from Luca that I could spend in front of the computer, hence the lack of posts. Right now we are in the car (Mario is driving), so I can write my weekly recap. Saw the paediatrician on Monday for his 6 week appointment – all ticks … Read more