Congratulations! After nine months of waiting you've finally met the new person in your life. But unfortunately babies don't come with a how-to guide.

The first six weeks can be tough. But it will all seem well worth it when you see your baby's first smile!

Things are probably starting to settle down this month. The visitors have stopped, your body is returning to normal and your baby is more predictable.

Your baby is turning into quite the character. She’s been smiling for a while now and soon she will add laughing to the list of things she can do.

Tell nana to watch her glasses and tell your friend that her necklace is in danger - your baby is starting to get grabby.

Wow – can you believe your baby is almost six months old? It is hard to believe that there is still so much more to come this year ...

Say goodbye to the days of leaving your baby on his playmat. He's going to be on the move soon, if he isn’t already, and it is time to think about baby proofing!

What a mess! Until now you could dress your baby in a cute outfit and expect her to stay gorgeous all day. These days, there's pumpkin on all her clothes (and yours!)

Move the DVDs from the bottom shelf and tell your dog that it isn’t safe to lie in the lounge room anymore - your baby is on the move!

No need for a gym membership, your little one will be giving you a workout. Life will move faster now your baby is beginning the transition to toddler.

Your baby is starting to look and act like a toddler. If you thought your life would be tantrum-free until the 'terrible twos' you might get an early surprise!

Send out the invitations, your baby is turning 1! It has been a long year and if anyone deserves a party it is you – oh, and your little one of course ...