Afternoon girls, I agree it's a lovely day here in Melbourne... just about to hang out my last load of nappies. Been weeding the garden... the soil is lovely after the rain.

Solids: Niall will most likely make it to 6 months but if he starts losing weight I will consult the MCHN and do what she recommends... I really trust her... she knows that all babies are different and doesn't apply blanket solutions. However I do agree that the world of solids is a messy one if they aren't ready... it goes everywhere! We tried it too early with Verity and put her off it I think plus it went everywhere because I didn't realise she didn't know how to swallow. Back then they recommended to try solids from 4 months I think. Wade was much better... with him the recommendation was from 5 months and he was ready... he didn't push it out with his tongue, cleaned the spoon nicely and opened his mouth like a baby bird for more. Anyhow I suspect Niall isn't quite ready yet so am happy to wait as he is still gaining lots of weight and has also started to sleep for longer at nights. Last night was about the 3rd night in a row of him sleeping "through"... so I really don't want to alter anything.

Thanks Rory for discovering FlyLady.... she's been very inspiring... i think I'll be ready to accpet her email reminders from the start of next year.

ok... promised to watch Pocoyo with Wade.... back later. Sorry to those I missed...