They say having a child will change your life.  That makes sense.  It's kind of a big deal after all.  When you're gearing up for the little one to arrive, you read all kinds of books, take classes, listen to "Mommies" and shop your little heart out trying to get ready.  But, the truth is you can never really be prepared for the shock to your carefree system.  No amount of advice (welcome or otherwise) will get you set up for the big event.  It's one of those things you just have to experience firsthand.  And when you do...it's sink or swim! 

I waited until the ripe old age of 37 to have my son, London.  You would think an old lady like me - relatively speaking - would have a leg up.  I've seen most of my friends have kids.  Most of my co-workers are also parents.  I thought I'd heard and seen enough through the years to at least fall into the semi-pro status in the world of children.  Reality is I was still a rookie when they put him in my arms.  And when they kicked me out of the hospital, they forgot to send me home with the manual.

London is almost four months now.  So far, we are both surviving and so is Daddy.  Every day is an exhausting, crazy, memorable, amazingly delicious day with London.  I decided to write this blog because I want to share it all.  The good, the less good, the messy, the funny, the oh so awesome it breaks your heart moments.  And...since babies come with so much stuff and it's all so confusing, I want to share what we discover as we navigate that world of baby stuff.  I'm amazed at the the things in my life now that I simply can't live without!

Whether you're a parent, hope and plan to be a parent, or never care to be one, I invite you on this journey of raising London.  I welcome your feedback too!

-London's Mommy