How many hours’ sleep did you get last night?

“Six hours”.

What is your advice for dark circles?

“Well, when the kids are not sleeping well it’s always a good idea to take nap during the day when they are napping.  Helps with the dark circles round the eyes.  I also heard that cucumbers on the eyes does the trick?”

How did you experience the birth of your children?

“It was a very emotional experience for me with the birth of our daughters.  It’s a feeling I could never really describe to anyone else. I was filled with absolute peace and happiness, with the tears rolling down my face. I just held them close and whispered that everything will be alright and that they will never be alone”.

What is the one thing your wife craved during pregnancy?

“She has this long pillow that looks a bit like a ‘fluffy pool noodle’. The one end goes between her legs and the other end under her head. With a tummy that big, this really helped a lot with the discomfort – especially during those last weeks”.

Have you ever had to deal with a tantrum in public?

“For sure! It’s part of being a parent, I believe. But I have to say, if you do it right the first time, they tend to think twice next time. You have to handle every child individually.  And be firm and calm when that tantrum does take over!”

*Jakkie Louw is a South African musician and song writer. He is married to Anel. Together they have two daughters, Linke and Kara.

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