One week to G-Day.............

Yes, only a week or so (barring an earlier delivery) until Mrs. Lime gives birth to Baby G. Mrs. Lime's doctor says the baby's coming sooner rather than later (original due date was early December). The baby is called that because nearly everyone knows that the baby's name will start with a 'G', but very few know the full name.

I got some advice from people who previous had a 2nd baby and what might be different. I've been given the following advice.

1. The second one is much easier just because you know what to expect and how to deal with it the second time around.

2. Be sure to emphasize to the first child the excitement of being a big sister and what all she'll be able to do now that she hs a sibling.

3. Purchase a small gift from the new baby, wrap it, and give it to your child the day after the birth with a card saying how excited the new baby is to have a big sister.

I think all of these are pretty good advice. I'll let you know how well it all works after a few weeks with the new baby.