Who's the daddy. .......

luckyPeterpiper wrote:I'm glad things are going well mate. Make sure you enjoy these wonderful days because they really do go by much too quickly, especially with your first child. Take lots of pictures and print them (I know most people keep their snaps on a computer these days but there's still nothing like a photo album you can hold in your hands imo) and if you got a red book from the hospital fill it in. I did for both my boys and that book has everything in it from their date and time of birth to their first word, date of first step, even their first lost tooth. In all honesty now that they're adult (or nearly so in Matt's case) I look back on those early days and wonder where the time went. Anyway, all the best to you and yours and I hope the little guy (not so little at 8ib 4 I suppose) grows up healthy and happy and gives you and your Mrs thousands of magic moments and memories.

finlaymcdanger wrote:Anyone who tells you that it gets easier is a liar, KP. The best part is when you finally get them to sleep through the night but they still can't walk. Beyond that, its all down hill.

Congratulations, mate. Best thing ever!

scottjames30 wrote:You need another one now, KP.

So he can have a play mate.

karlypants wrote:

luckyPeterpiper wrote:I'm glad things are going well mate. Make sure you enjoy these wonderful days because they really do go by much too quickly, especially with your first child. Take lots of pictures and print them (I know most people keep their snaps on a computer these days but there's still nothing like a photo album you can hold in your hands imo) and if you got a red book from the hospital fill it in. I did for both my boys and that book has everything in it from their date and time of birth to their first word, date of first step, even their first lost tooth. In all honesty now that they're adult (or nearly so in Matt's case) I look back on those early days and wonder where the time went. Anyway, all the best to you and yours and I hope the little guy (not so little at 8ib 4 I suppose) grows up healthy and happy and gives you and your Mrs thousands of magic moments and memories.

Thanks Peter.

The Mrs loves photography so there is no doubt that the walls of our house will be full of pics.

We have a red book that is a personal child's health record? although not had the chance to have a look at that yet.

scottjames30 wrote:You need another one now, KP.

So he can have a play mate.

Breadman wrote:Just be careful what you do with your hands when you're relaxing once you've finally finished feeding / changing and have managed to snatch 20 minutes of respite.

If you've flopped down on the settee with a brew and are watching telly, feeling thankful that you've got a minute to yourself and can finally relax, resist the subconscious urge to idly clean your nail tips with your teeth. (We've all done it.)

When changing a nappy (at least at first), that shit gets everywhere.....

finlaymcdanger wrote:

scottjames30 wrote:You need another one now, KP.

So he can have a play mate.

Be careful, KP. Do not risk another boy so close to the first. You'll spend your life separating the fighty fellas.

luckyPeterpiper wrote:

karlypants wrote:

luckyPeterpiper wrote:I'm glad things are going well mate. Make sure you enjoy these wonderful days because they really do go by much too quickly, especially with your first child. Take lots of pictures and print them (I know most people keep their snaps on a computer these days but there's still nothing like a photo album you can hold in your hands imo) and if you got a red book from the hospital fill it in. I did for both my boys and that book has everything in it from their date and time of birth to their first word, date of first step, even their first lost tooth. In all honesty now that they're adult (or nearly so in Matt's case) I look back on those early days and wonder where the time went. Anyway, all the best to you and yours and I hope the little guy (not so little at 8ib 4 I suppose) grows up healthy and happy and gives you and your Mrs thousands of magic moments and memories.

Thanks Peter.

The Mrs loves photography so there is no doubt that the walls of our house will be full of pics.

We have a red book that is a personal child's health record? although not had the chance to have a look at that yet.

That's the one and there's a lot more in it than just height/weight and health etc. I seriously encourage you to fill it in because looking back later you'll be glad you did. In mine is the records of my sons' first steps, first words and even the date of the first lost tooth. It really can be a complete gold mine as a memory aid when the little guy is older and well worth the time and trouble of keeping up to date.

karlypants wrote:

finlaymcdanger wrote:

scottjames30 wrote:You need another one now, KP.

So he can have a play mate.

Be careful, KP. Do not risk another boy so close to the first. You'll spend your life separating the fighty fellas.

Christ! That doesn't bare thinking about right now.

Plus sex with a female is well and truly off the menu for the foreseeable future.

karlypants wrote:

finlaymcdanger wrote:

scottjames30 wrote:You need another one now, KP.

So he can have a play mate.

Be careful, KP. Do not risk another boy so close to the first. You'll spend your life separating the fighty fellas.

Christ! That doesn't bare thinking about right now.

Plus sex is well and truly off the menu for the foreseeable future.