To help Mom and Dad out, this new bundle of joy lists cardinal rules everyone should know before stopping by for a visit: That also means if you have an enthusiastic little friend for baby to meet, hold off on those adorable photos of them snuggling together. “I’m sure your children in particular are the healthiest children in the world, but, let me put it this way — it’s not you, it’s me,” she wrote. “I am born a germaphobe and it may take me a couple of months to adjust to this yucky world. And don’t ask mommy and daddy if you can bring your kids anyway — they really don’t enjoy saying no.” Plus, whether a mom is breastfeeding or just wants to stick to her own diaper-changing routine, this is her baby and she shouldn’t have to worry about hurting your feelings while trying to care for her newborn. This also means that if you ask to hold the baby, don’t be surprised by what could come out of his or her mouth. “It’s just spit up, relax yourself. Listen, you wanted to hold me, burp me, swaddle me, soothe me (see above), so now deal with it,” she wrote. “Like I said, this is what I do — AROUND THE CLOCK!” “We all give our children all that we have, heart and soul … including OUR preferred parent style. Your baby … your rules,” she added. “Have courage … enjoy and love your babies your way. You’re a good mom!” “ALL OF THIS!!!!” another added.
