At the end of last year the greatest thing happened to me – I became an aunt for the first time.
Nothing could have prepared me for the overwhelming feelings that came along with watching my sister struggle through labour and then meeting my beautiful, incredible niece for the first time.
In the months that have followed I continue to be full of pride to see that my sister is such a natural when it comes to motherhood and each time I see my niece she manages to do something that completely steals every bit of my heart.
Welcoming a baby into the family is such a joy.
Here’s 11 things you learn when you become an aunt or uncle.
1. When you find out that your brother or sister is about to become a parent your childhood will flash before your eyes
How can someone who used to be your partner in all childhood mischief-making be a parent?
2. The anxiety leading… Read the full story