On my way in for my second day back at work today. I think being a dad’s still sinking in. I’m getting quite good night’s sleep though. Can’t complain. My wife is doing an amazing job at night, as well as throughout the day. She’s a natural mother – and I always knew she would be. Having my mother-in-law around to cook and clean’s also been an incredible help. Apparently new mum’s should eat chicken and pork only, drink lots of warm milk, no cold food and drinks, have lots of soup, only specific types of veg, lots of ginger, and not squat (although I think the squatting one’s a bit of a myth). She’s also helping with the kid. I must admit, it was quite hard getting out of bed this morning when the little girl was peacefully sleeping beside me. Oh well. It makes leaving work to go home even more of a bonus when you know your daughter’s there and she’s changing so much each day – and becoming more and more alert. Also trying to stay fit and well myself – alot more proactively than I normally would. I don’t want to bring any viruses home for mum and daughter. Lots of Vitamin C being popped. Maybe a bit less coffee, he says optimistically.

Baby watch: She did her first open-eye smile this morning, her eyelashes are getting longer and she’s staying awake much longer.