I’m going to keep things brief this month. There’s a little 6-week old baby in the bassinet next to my desk who, despite being only 57cm long and unable to speak, has firmly established command over our household and my time...

Having my first baby at 40 meant that I’d grown very used to being organised, efficient, in control and on time.

Regardless of all the stories about how all-consuming a newborn can be, I was certain I'd be the exception. I’d be the new mum who always looked well groomed and calm, had a clean and tidy home and found the time to marinate steak and make a vegetable medley for dinner. Click here to read more...