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3 weeks in with newborn- am I 3 weeks away from it becoming a TAD easier šŸ˜‚šŸ«£šŸ˜“

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Kate3150 · 30/01/2026 13:04

Second time round so I should remember those early days but think my brain blocked them out for a reason šŸ˜‚
I keep reading 6 weeks is a bit easier, I’m clinging on to that as a pretty tired Mama 🤪

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Newthreadnewme11 · 30/01/2026 13:43

Oh god, I barely remember! I just remember being horrified after a week being told that the first 6 weeks are the hardest. What, 5 more weeks???!! I do remember with my second that co-sleeping and feeding him in bed with me, lying on my side, was an absolute game changer, sleep-wise. Is that an option?

BernadetteJune · 30/01/2026 14:00

Remember it well! Cut yourself some slack - keep meals simple, accept help from others, don't worry if chores are not done. Look after yourself - you will look back and smile šŸ˜‰

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