[LadyA]

It is completely normal to worry about your baby...you will be for the rest of your life! (smile) But to avoid the dog having the "baby in his/her mouth when you turn away, just make sure that you keep the baby in a playpen, or some other piece of furniture that the dog can't get into. My oldest never wanted to be put down unless she was sleeping, so in order for me to be able to do anything, I had to get a little "front pack" to carry her around in so my hands would be free to do other things. Glad to hear that things are getting better with the new pup and the "older siblings", and I'm sure that they will get along well with the new baby, too.

[dojia]

but I am just wondering if I'm the only person who heard that story about the pit bulls that tipped that one baby's crib over? is there any way I can weigh down the crib with? I can't put rocks in there, that wouldn't be very comfortable for the baby.

[Lyka_01]

Originally Posted by LadyA

I disagree. You wouldn't get rid of a new baby if the older children didn't like it. I think that if they are willing to work at it, the new pup can become a wonderful new addition. It all depends on how much you want to keep the puppy. I don't think that it is necessary for the pup to be returned, just needs a little time for everyone to get used to each other.

I guess that is right...it is unfair to the pup to be returned...
give a time to everyone to get used each other...

[LadyA]

I think that maybe you are worrying a little too much. The average dog is not going to go to such extremes just to get to the baby, and you won't leave your baby in a room alone with the dogs anyway. Just get a baby gate to go in the baby's doorway, that way you can hear the baby if needed, and the dog will have to really have to work at getting near the baby, which won't be worth the time, I am sure. It sounds like this is your first child, and all your worries are natural, just don't let them overwhelm you. Try to enjoy the time you have being pregnant, and having only the dogs as children for as long as you can...because sleepless nights and cold food is coming fast...but it is definately worth it!!! Keep smiling, and try a cup of herbal tea...and enjoy the life growing inside! (smile)

[baby cakes no 1]

My mum would never bring a baby into the house without an intro to the dog.. the dog was always the 1st to see the baby letting the dog sniff and when the dog was happy he would go lay down,, i have 14 neices and nephews, and have always had dogs.