thanks ladies on the suggestion, I got out on friday & used our sling whilst shopping all day... it was a much better idea than pushing her in the pram she went straight off to sleep. I don't like the sling I have as it puts a lot of pressure on my back, so will defiantely look at buying a hug a bub.

Kerry, I hated the idea of using a dummy, I did with DD & I disliked it. However after a lengthy conversation with my MHCN we decided that it was a good idea for Madeleine to try and use one (for her reflux as the saliva settles the acid) We started using it this week & she didn't like it too much, but she's gotten use to it & spits it after a few minutes.

Kel, sorry to hear your DF isn't being helpful, mine is not so bad but he like yours thinks she's playing on it when she cries... it makes me so mad that I automatically grab her back & he's off the hook once again.

Donna, good luck hope the BF is easier now

Congrats on all the babie weight gains, its amazing how big they are all getting now