Hi,

What a well adjusted little baby you have. She is sleeping where she knows she is safe - in your arms. Just two and a half weeks ago she was snug in your tummy. She could hear your heartbeat, was gently rocked by your movement and the sound of your voice comforted her. It's a big adjustment to go from that to the *outside* world where she is expected to sleep alone. she will naturally get there, but not for a little while.
We talk about the arsenic hour, but truthfully, it does go on for *hours*. Usually baby will need a cluster of feeds close together. There will be another time of the day or night when she has a longer sleep, which may be only 3 or 4 hours at this age. At other times she will have longer or shorter sleeps.
At this time, you and your partner need to work as a team. It's a 24hr shift for you - you need support! It's natural to feel like you can't do it any more, and it's heartbreaking when you can't comfort them. That's when dad needs to take over. Your baby will LOVE sleeping on his chest, listening to his heartbeat.
Have you got a sling? Don't attempt mothering without one. I find a sling like the Australian Breastfeeding Association's the best. (and they are cheap!) Take your baby out for a walk in the sunshine every day - it helps develop their circadian rhythm!

Warm Regards
Barb