After the birth of a baby – whether it’s a first or subsequent child – life is very different. The sooner you make having time for yourself a part of your routine, the better.

You are the wisest person I’ve ever met precisely because you came when you did. You were filled with joy even as the adults around you stressed away your first year.

From thingamajig to dooverlackie, decoding the mysterious sayings of adults is still no easy task.

When I was young, I felt incredibly envious of kids who broke limbs, or had their tonsils out. And I was greatly disappointed that none of these things ever happened to me.

Applying lotion to someone’s back is an intimate thing to do. Even with family and close friends you’d do a quick scan first, checking for any crusty rashes or excessive furriness.