Life changing

HAVING a baby is a life-changing experience and nothing compares to the feeling of holding your newborn in your arms.

But while this moment is undoubtedly a joyous occasion, it can also be very daunting — and expectant parents, such as Amy Huberman and Brian O’Driscoll, will understandably be nervous about what lies ahead when baby arrives next month.

The sleepless nights and non-existent social life for the first few weeks can take its toll, so we asked some experts for their advice on getting through the early days.