Kell, . It's so hard and men just don't seem to understand. It's sounds much the same as things were here first time round. I spoke to DH about it recently and he told me that he was worried about holding Danielle when she was a bub, he thought he might hurt her or do something wrong. It took 10 months before he really started doing anything and that was only because he had to look after her when I went back to work. Perhaps your DF just doesn't know what to do. I would say talk to him about it, but if your anything like I was you probably just want to scream at him. Definately get some one to help you if you can. Would your mum be able to watch Seven for a bit while you get some sleep?

Kerry, wow what a long trip for one appt. Good luck with your trip away, it's seems like there is so much more to pack for one little bub. Did you make a decision about a dummy. I don't mind using them. I just make sure it's at bed time only and just until she's settled. It then comes out before she goes to sleep so she doesn't get used to sleeping with it. I did the same with Danielle and she stopped using it completely by 3 months. I think it works well for us because I have a really fast letdown, so feeds don't go for very long and Ashlyn likes to have the extra sucking time, IYKWIM.

Donna, great news that the LC was able to help. What does tongue tied mean?

Sue, don't beat yourself up for giving Arabella some formula. You just do what you need for yourself and bub. Why don't you just neglect some of the things that need to be done so you can get yourself a meal and rest. I know there's been plenty of nights when I've gone to bed with a kitchen piled high with dishes. Sometimes it 's easier to face it in the morning after a little rest.

Lol, you poor thing having a pap smear so early, silly Dr. I'm dreading having mine done. Not sure how I'm going to do it with a bub and a 3 yo.

Pam, I hope your results are all clear. Thinking of you. Is Poppy still giving you a lovely nights sleep.

Well I think the sleep deprivation is starting to hit me. Last night I woke up sitting on the bed, I'd undone my top and was wondering why Ashlyn wasn't feeding properly. It was probably because she was still in the bassinet next to me fast asleep Oh well, it's a beautiful day here so as soon as Ashlyn wakes up we're off to the park for a picnic.