I was ready in that nursery was set up, bag packed and I was literally waiting for contractions to hit. What I wasn't so ready for was coming home afterwards. Even though breastfeeding was fine (after initial mastitis on day 5) and 5 days of baby blues, I just couldn't quite comprehend that I was now solely in charge of a life.
I think I was so scared about the birth, that I didn't spend alot of time getting prepared for after. What saved me was mothers group, although I didn't get out of the house until week 6. Most people started at week3. Next time I would force myself to go early, as I just found the support and being with people in the same situation, invaluable. A bit like belly belly but face to face!!
I was ok after that, but the initial shock of having a baby is what really threw me. I suppose all first time mums have some adjusting to do, but maybe next time (It's been 7 years for me) I will plan a bit ahead. xo