Firstborn difficulties since baby came home

Hi all. Is anyone else struggling with their first borns behaviour since baby came home. My son is now a week old and my (albeit very strong willed) daughter who is 3 has become a complete nightmare. Her behaviour is so so difficult and I'm finding myself wishing the weekend away so she's back in childcare. Prior to baby coming, yes she's always kept us busy, but she was such a sweetheart. PLEASE tell me they return to normal soon and adjustment doesn't take long haha. Trying to be super sympathetic because it's such a bit of a change but remain firm, but my goodness. It is testing!!

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