Hey Bel, its up to the kids really if they feel they need something or not. I wasn't attached to any toy as a kid, but I remember my younger sister would drag a blanket everywhere with her. And my brother would refuse to let mum wash his 'Jaws' t shirt, as he had to wear it everyday (although he was a bit older then!). We think Al is saying mumma when he wants food or some comfort, that is his only word that means anything. The rest is babble..

Al is still holding on to things, but now and then standing alone, but not for very long before coming down on his bum.

Good luck moving Brooke! Should be such a relief to get into your new place.

Hayseed - thanks for advice on teaching bub to use the straw, as we haven't had any luck with that yet, so we will try the 'calves drinker' method!

WTG Blake and walking!!

Hi Kate and Vanita!