I had what was classed as an emergency C-Section and I also recovered really well. DS was born at 4.16pm and I couldn't really do much for that night but the next morning I was up and in the shower and I could pick my baby up too. I was feeling pretty sore but not in any pain. I took the meds that they gave me for 2 days and on the 3rd day I was just having Panadine. When I got home DP did all the vaccuuming and washing etc. I think the stairs you mentioned will be more tiring to climb than painful. I started walking down the street when I got home, very slow stroll and it was more of a tired ache. I really took it easy though - you have had major stomach surgery. I had a nap every day too. I didn't drive for 6 weeks but I was doing the vaccuuming and hanging washing by the 5th. Darn it.

Hope all goes well for you.