I agree with your A/N. I knwo a girl who literally gave up her custody to her children to her mother--this was after she hadnt' seen either of her children for years. I really feel for Giles, because I'm currently going through something similar. My brother's best friend's mom seriously signed custody of her son (my brother's best friend) to my dad. Not all women get gushy over babies. Sadly.

I look forward to learning more about why O's mom dropped her off.

I had fun reading the chapter - thanks for the update :-D Looking forward for more.

Ophelia...what a great name! *snerk* truly unique and original fiction...can't wait for more! oh and i'll be waiting patiently for that British/American Glossary. I think i'll have an ice lollie while i wait....

if you use other british words for baby items such as nappies for diapers, since some of the readers are americans you might want to put an british - american glossary at the beginning of each chapter so that people who can't figure it out know....just an idea...love the chapter....since you might use ice lollies instead of popsicles....

This is really cute! I like that you made Buffy and Willow leary of, and unaccustomed to, babies. I doubt either would have spent much time around babies prior to this. And not in control Buffy is very entertaining! I was sort of expecting Olivia to be the mother, so not surprised. But "Ophelia"! Yikes!

I really enjoyed this chapter! I love the softer side that Spike is allowing them to see. And the poor baby... what a neame LOL. I do hope they give her a nice nickname! Well done Giles.. just goes to show what you can accomplish in desperation...clean and fed...quite an acheivement! I look forward to more chapters!

OK, I agree with Spike...what a name for a little one (and go Buffy for catching the literary reference!). Can't wait for more...great chap!