Thanks for the replies ladies, i think a phone call migth be in order to see exactly what my insurance policy states - sounds as though they are all different.

I guess i am lucky in the sense that my two children are that much older and dont need me nor rely on me for everything they can both pretty much do everything they need to do themselves. Washing was another thing i had though of but i guess i could just use the clothes airer (like i am now) that way there is no stretching above my head (not ment to do that either are you?).

Oh well i think i am slowly coming to terms with the fact that i 'MIGHT ' end up having this c/s but i will be able to get through it ....i guess 6 weeks really isnt that long out of my life is it?