my dp didnt have any time off when dd was born, he had the day she was born, and the next off. i came home on a friday afternoon, so we had the afternoon and weekend just the 3 of us which was great. by the time monday morning came, i was ready to tackle this new mummy business!!!

i found my dd was a big sleeper, and even though i was told ''sleep when the baby does'' i couldnt just switch off and nap unless i was beyond tired i couldnt function. We spent a lot of time sitting on the couch breastfeeding,so i armed myself with some dvds, the remote, snack & drink, house & mobile phone, diary/notepad/pen and baby book. and if she went off to sleep, id just slide her off onto te couch and curl up and watch the tv. for me, relaxing was as good as sleep!
i found too, that gave me the energy to get up and chuck some washing on! i would fold washing or hang it on the clothes airers with dd on a blanket on the floor next to me.

I kept all dd's clothes/nappies etc in the lounge room, because thats where we always were. there was no point putting her clothes away in her room, when iw as downstairs all day!
you'll find things that will help youon your way. like others have said, if someone offers any help, they mean it! askthem to chuck the wet clothes in a basket for you, or take out the rubbish bag when they leave or grab you a litre of milk on their way over.

im not saying its going to be easy, but i went into it thinking 'i can do this!' dont put expectations on yourself to have a clean house all the time, all you need is clothes and food! who cares if the clean clothes are in a big pile on the arm chair! i say take each day as it comes, you may have some good days and bad days. dont be afraid to speak up if you need help hun!