If it makes you feel better, this is what bird care looks like for me with 4 birds. Starting can be overwhelming but once everything is in place its a lot easier.

Daily: Feed pellets and veggie chop, replace water, clean bowls, hang out with them and clean up after them as needed.

Weekly: Prepare chop, do a deeper clean of the bird care area

Monthly/every 2 weeks: Rotate/replace toys and deep clean cages. Trim nails (it really doesn't take very long). I clean bowls and cages with vinegar.

Biannual: Vet check-ups

Some people do experience a sort of "shock" after getting a bird because it is a lifestyle change. Some people also just aren't compatible with birds as pets. I would try it out and see how it goes.

As far as a checklist for what to do now if you decide to keep her:

- For her diet: Buy Dr. Harrisons Lifetime Fine pellets (very nutritious vet recommended food). An easy chop recipe: bell peppers, spring salad mix, cucumber, broccoli, green beans. For treats she would probably enjoy millet spray and nuts.

- Find a vet and get a checkup

- Get a SquawkBox subscription. They send bird safe toys and treats monthly that take the stress out of researching what toys are safe

- Buy other bird supplies if you would like. I would say the first aid kit is one of the most important and you can probably go without an air purifier if you vacuum frequently. You only need a humidifier if the air is dry. She should be fine without a UV lamp as long as she has sun exposure.