hi there in emma 24 an mum to rley 2yrs 4mths,i also had riley in december,1week late,thankfuly it was the 8th dec early for xmas,but hae my hubbys,dad,nan,cousin and uncle birthday's in dec to.its now hetic event without having to arrange xmas.good luck to you both.i wont go through my birth as everyone is different,and as much as you say dont listen to other birth stories you just cant help it.rileys the greatest thing in our lives and while the hubby works his like my little mate i take shopping.xx