Forshelby - I soooo know how you feel about the labour support person not swotting up. I am not sure that my DH ever read a book, and he loves to read. I used to just start reading important bits out to him. He did watch a DVD with me though called Being Dad 1 and 2, and he did watch some of that show on SBS "One born every minute"...

When I went into labour with Amelia, I had very little clue and DH even less. The middie and obs really helped us both through. I honestly think that your DP will step up to the plate when you need him to. DH did for me, for each of our children. But having said that - there's no need to cut him some slack now. Show no mercy!

Growing a bubs is very very tiring. I can't believe just how much energy I have now, compared to the preg.

KIT - god to hear little TiGGR is going well! Look at you - almost at the big 30... that is such a milestone. Good to hear George is curious.... that's a nickname we have for one of ours... curious george.

The whole 1950's time warp happens here sometimes too - but not as much as during the preg - if Hannah is feeding or unsettled she takes priority, so DH has had to cook a few nights and then also take over from me when I am too tired. I thought myself pretty impressive the other night - dinner was in the oven, table set, Hannah asleep.... then for some reason Hannah woke up unexpectedly about 45 mins after she went to sleep and then ensued a couple of hours or so of feeding/settling... so much for a quiet dinner together. Tonight? I have prepped dinner and Hannah is asleep now ( after not sleeping since about midday....) but will see what happens. I am learning not to make to many plans with stuff like this, as little Bear often just says "that won't do" and changes my best laid plans anyway.

Had to laugh at the concept of vacuuming in heels - I am still saying, and DH agrees, that until the 6 week check, no heavy lifting for me - so no vacuuming! Only a week more of that excuse unless I can get the obs to put a moratorium on it. Maybe then I will try it? Might have to find myself a little gingham apron too?

AFM - loving this parenting caper. It can be tough and I have found I have a low frustration threshold, but I am learning to manage that. It seems I have an infection in my wound Started some antibiotics today which I hope clears it up.

Bellyrubs and take care of those precious little ones inside and yourselves.



LOL. I reckon you should hide the xbx controller by sitting on it so he has to feel your bumpy bubs.