Recipe for surviving motherhood

WARNING: this recipe is not full proof, it will require tweaking and the outcome has no guarantees. Leave your expectations at the door of the delivery room

You will begin by following the instructions meticulously, reading several books even before baking begins. You will be aiming for a Michelin Star worthy bake but will be happy if the outcome is healthy.

At the early stages you will be delirious. It’s important to accept that you can’t always be in control.

So fold in love and fun
(even when the recipe states discipline).
Add the bubbles and dragons
(even if the recipes asks for homework).
Add the clichés,
like dancing in the rain,
splashing in the puddles
and looking for the pot of gold
at the end of the rainbow.

Season liberally with grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Moisturise your hands before shaping and moulding
(but remember this delicacy will find their own form
and the main method is to allow growth and freedom to explore).