csab - That's fantastic news about V's weight. Yep that poly-joule is magical stuff.

Are you all planning on having big first birthday parties for your bubs? I have started to think about what I might do for Maya and how many people I might invite and when I told DH tonight he was super shocked at how many people I was thinking we'd invite - friends + family. He says he doesn't want a big first bday party for M and what's the point cos she won't remember it anyway. But I'd love to do something for her. My other problem is what to do. I'd love to have it at home but our place isn't big enough for the amount of people I was thinking we'd invite. What are you all planning to do for your bubs?
My opinion - 1st birthdays are a celebration that you have got through the first year - and can be proud of becoming the parents you have evolved into - just as much as celebrating the 1 year milestone for Maya. So 1st parties are just as much about the adults too!

Recently we went to one at a Club - but they dont really have that kind of thing in Vic - but what about sourcing a bistro that has a kids play area as well I know there are a few and book early and have it there? You put on drinks and ppl get their own lunch or something like that?? That way you dont have to worry about cleaning up - and then you can invite some ppl back or family afterwards without having to have everyone. I cant wait to get my invite

Zanders wont be big at all - no family here - just some of my close friends for an afternoon at my house with lots of bubbles and nibblies.

Zander has woken up better today but the last two nights have been pretty bad - he just wants cuddles - fair enough. no Pain relief or temp for 24 hours though so that is a relief he is over the worst of it.

belfie @ books.

Gotta get kids ready - Nanna and Poppy are here from Ballarat last day today and they are taking G & R out for a couple of hours and lunch so I better get them ready - sounds insane but I am nervous about it cos they have never done it before ... my kids are just always with me because of circumstance! The kids are loving having them here, showering them with so much love and kisses - amazing considering they only see them 2 - 4 times a year!

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