Carla’s tips

1. Routine is key. Paul always says not to worry if I don’t get them home for their afternoon nap. But then it gets to the evening and they’re exhausted and all start screaming at once. 2. Batch cook – some days you won’t have time. If family offer to drop off a meal, don’t be too proud to say yes. 3. Buy the same socks… matching up patterns is a pain in the backside. 4. Self-settling early is vital – cuddling to sleep is impossible with four. 5. Put them in high chairs to apply sun cream or they just crawl off.