There's no guarantee as to when you might go into labour, so it's good to be organised a few weeks ahead of your due date, just in case baby decides to make an early appearance. Here is a list of suggested things to pack in your hospital bag.
Dear Rupert,
The day is finally here for you to start school. It's been hanging over me for several long months, in one way dreading the day but in another knowing that you are ready.
I remember the feeling of waking up as a child on Christmas morning and the first thing I would do is have a feel of the stuffed stocking at the bottom of my bed.
I want my boys to have that same pleasure but without filing it with cheap tat that will end up in the bin a few days later. So if you're also looking for ideas, I've scoured the shops and internet for lovely little things.
Christmas Eve! The anticipation of the big day is even more exciting than the day itself as far as I am concerned, and over the last few years, we have started a tradition of going to a Christmas Carol service followed by an evening with yummy finger food and Christmas Eve boxes at home. I'm being more and more conscious of buying things that will end up in the bin a few days later. So this year, the boxes will consist of...