Myths about parenthood

1. Don't worry - your instincts will kick in and you'll know what to do.
When she's screaming despite cuddles, nappy is clean, had a feed, been winded etc. we haven't a clue what to do.

2. Babies don't smile until they're 6 weeks old.
Katie smiles all the time. She smiled once when I kissed her head - probably coincidence but still special. Managed to get one on camera too. Maybe she doesn't know what she's doing but she's still smiling.

3. They'll have 5-6 wet nappies and 1 pooey nappy per day.
They're nearly all pooey. I think she follows through a lot.

4. Baby sick smells nice.
It doesn't.

5. Babies can't stay awake for more than an hour and a half.
Yeah right - katie had an hours sleep from 10 till 7 yesterday.