I think lifting is way worse after a C-section. We are told that we are not allowed to lift anything heavier then the newborn. Bending IS painful, but doable, it just takes awhile to get there...lol

I like the idea of picnic style lunches. I am just concerned about 1 little guy. But for sleeping, there is very little chance cots/sleep mats will be successful. I think that I would rather suck up the few minutes of pain, and put everyone down then have the constant battle of 'staying down for nap'.