One of my favorite boards threads ever was on au pairs. Mrs. Marbles posted asking about for info on the subject, and MH.Abroad shared her experience of being an au pair! It was such a unique perspective and I learned so much from that thread. And who knows - now we may consider having an au pair when Charlie is older!

http://boards.hellobee.com/topic/hiring-an-au-pair

I've also learned a lot from reading the blog. Mrs. Hide and Seek's posts especially have really opened my eyes as to the importance (and power!) of early intervention when it comes to childhood development. And the story Mrs. Hide & Seek relayed about how having a child on the Austism spectrum is like finding yourself in Amsterdam... that was amazing:

http://www.hellobee.com/2011/12/01/the-road-bends/

Mrs. Marble's introductory posts also really moved me. It reminded me what a miracle it is every time a healthy baby comes into the world... and how it's important to never take anything for granted:

* http://www.hellobee.com/2011/11/16/the-road-to-pregnancy-part-1/
* http://www.hellobee.com/2011/11/18/the-road-to-pregnancy-part-ii/
* http://www.hellobee.com/2011/11/23/the-road-to-pregnancy-part-3/

Finally, I've learned just how many people struggle with conception and miscarriage. These are subjects that a lot of people don't talk about in the real world, so it's been amazing to hear so many people that I (virtually) know share their stories of difficulty and loss. I've been so moved, and I think it's helped me through the healing process for our own losses along the way.

How about you... what you have picked up from your time on Hellobee, or on other baby/parenting sites?