My Mum says that we all used to come into bed with them, but only when we felt scared or unwell. I got kicked out first because I was the eldest and sometimes acted like a prima donna!

The routine was that my brothers and I would chose a book each and Dad would read each one. Then Mum would tuck us up in bed and sing prayers with us. Then we would go to sleep.

I also used to jump into Pop and Nana's bed when we were away with them on holidays.

It stopped when I went to school - although I used to get up for my younger sister if Mum didn't get to her first, or I couldn't settle her. But she'd either go back to her bed, or go in with Mum and Dad. My sister also needed a light on at one stage.

Other things I remember were the plastic sheets with bells on them to stop bedwetting - used to wake up the whole house! And finally, Mum coming in to sing to my youngest sister to get her to wake up. It went something like:

Mum: Good morning to you!

Sister: Mmmmurrff

Mum: Good morning to you!

Sister: (louder) MMMRRRFFF

Mum: Good morning dear (name)
It's time to get up!

Then Mum would stick on a musical toy to keep her awake.