when DS was born i had my family and all the ILs living under the one roof for a week it was overwhelming by day 5 or 6 but the first few days were fine.
your her mummy and ur gonna no and do whats best for her. if u feel its a bit to much (for u both coz dont forget ull still be recovering aswell) im sure ur families will understand. having said that being a NB she will prob sleep the whole time and not even notice
hope you have a great xmas regardless of what u choose xx
I think you just need to go with what your comfortable with, most people will understand that she's only little and it's all quite daunting.
Personally i'd still go and just mention your still working on your 'bond' together and although you know everyone would love a cuddle it's a lot of people in a small period of time and you'd much prefer the 'look but can't touch policy'
DD1 was a couple of months old but she was tiny at x-mas we went to MIL's and had a great morning, but everyone understood she's not a toy and she wasn't to be bundled off to person after person.
I'm more concerned about you at that stage TBH. I'm resting more after this birth than last time and it is SO good! I'm a big believer in the babymoon and mum & baby resting together. Going out for the whole day with no chance of a nap doesn't sound good to me. See how you feel closer to the time and don't be afraid to say you can't do it all if it's too much.
A sling is a lifesaver esp a Hug-a-bub style wrap where bubs will be wrapped up close to your body. They will stay there all day quite happily sleeping and feeding as required. It also stops people being able to hold or pass around the baby as they are so snug. You can give people a peep but just say that bubs is unsettled and needs to stay put. You should be able to do everything you normally would be the sling on as they are so comfy.
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it was overwhelming by day 5 or 6 but the first few days were fine.
xx
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