This guide speaks to parents about how it is, rather than how it should be. It covers the issues - from bottoms to brains - that all new parents have to contend with on a daily basis. It includes a range of parents' stories to illustrate the problems and bring you solutions for almost everything.

This guide speaks to parents about how it is, rather than how it should be. It covers the issues - from bottoms to brains - that all new parents have to contend with on a daily basis. It includes a range of parents' stories to illustrate the problems and bring you tried and tested solutions for everything from recovering your sex life to giving parties for 30 small children high on e-numbers. The guide aims to show you that it's OK not to be the perfect parent.