4 weeks old and breastfed, they’re fairly portable and your breast milk helps immunity. But you mum, will you be back to normal after 4 weeks? I know when my first was born I had tickets to a big concert at 6 weeks. I had to sell them I didn’t anticipate being quite so exhausted by a baby that fed round the clock, every hour it seemed. I won’t advise on safety sorry. Best check with your GP or practice nurse.

Well that sounds exciting! Yes, I’d be anxious too. Those years with kids are full of worry and sickness anyway, and you’ll be doing them in a strange environment. What to take? Well, I’d be sure to have good bras and jeans that fit, Earl Grey tea bags and sun-proof swimwear, long-sleeved rashies and a bikini that fits for underneath. If you use the liquid or chewable paracetamol or ibuprofen for the kids, take that, you may not be able to find it. As you’re moving there permanently there’s little point in worrying about stuff for the kids, they’ll grow fast and one bottle of sunblock and mosquito repellent won’t last long, you’ll just have to find local brands that work and are safe to use. I honestly can’t think of anything, from experience, good bras and jeans are hardest to find in Asia. The Marks and Spencer outlet in Bangkok has been a lifesaver a few times for me. I wear jeans every day, every climate though – and I’m fussy about fit and quality. Best of luck!

OH no!! They’ve been doing the same thing in Thailand, totally ruining everything. Won’t be going to Mirissa again then.