Another way to help prevent a new mother from getting sleep deprivation
and a way to make her happy is to do stuff. If you see a full laundry
hamper, put it in the wash. If you eat on a dish, wash it. If you are
hungry cook for you and her. Common sense. That way she won’t go to bed
extra tired because she spend an hour or two straightening up before
bedtime. And she won’t wake up to a dirty sink, which can make anyone
want to stay in bed. By the way, there is also no need to point out
what you have done. She will notice it on her own and even if she
doesn’t say anything- you don’t need to be thanked for doing the little
things. You are a team member of this household and just like any
wining team you have to pull your weight. The more you
do, the happier she will feel and the more useful you will feel. The
household will be better for it. Big picture.