He learned to play alone for short periods of time. Get your doctor's permission first, and in the meantime REST and enjoy your newborn. As soon as you are able, make regular grocery shopping a priority so you can keep the fridge stocked with healthy foods. You want to teach your baby healthy eating habits, so you'll be more motivated to adopt them yourself if you haven't already. Even a ten minute walk around the block is better than nothing at all.
Every little bit helps, and is a building block to doing more.
Besides all the wonderful benefits to your baby, it's fabulous for mom too. Manufacturing your baby's food supply uses a lot of calories. Most important of all, enjoy your baby. All too soon your exercise regime will include chasing around a toddler. Deb is a Stay At Home Mom who has successfully lost weight after having 2 children.