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Reposting one of my posts because I’ve been getting this question a lot lately!

Just because we are excited to welcome our baby into this world, doesn’t mean our pups are! Trying to plan ahead for when you bring that bundle of joy home can really help that introduction go smoothly!
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Here are some skills you can start working on now:
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Door Manners: If your dog likes to jump up when you walk in the door, it can really throw you off balance as your belly starts to get bigger, and will be an even bigger deal once you have a newborn in your arms. It’s also a good idea to teach your dog to stay inside if the door is open and not to make a mad dash for the exit!
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Sit and Lay Down: This is a very basic command that most dogs will have mastered… as long as nothing MORE exciting is going on at the same time. Try practicing these commands when your hands are full or with distractions around you!
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Safe Sleep: We love our fur babies, but it’s best if they don’t have access to your newborn while you sleep. If they’re used to sleeping on a bed, now is a great time to move their bed behind a baby gate, in a crate, or even in a separate room.
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Go to your spot/mat: This is great because you can move their spot around as needed! It is perfect for nosey pups during diaper changes (nobody wants a poo covered tail running wild through their home).
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Practice separation: Make sure your furry friends are okay with being separated from you while inside the house. This can be when they are placed behind a baby gate or inside a play pen.
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These amazing tips came from my interview with Michelle at @poochparenting! Check out episode 61 of the Growing Our Family Pregnancy Podcast to learn more about how to have a successful introduction when bringing your newborn home!
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December 28 2020

Prenatal Nutrition

Brittany Pregnancy cravings, Nutrition, pregnancy 0

Pregnancy Nutrition, let’s get down to what you really need to cut out and all those extra vitamins you need during pregnancy. I recently interviewed Makayla and Cassandra, they are the founders of Mamas Maternal Health, a Virtual Nutrition Counseling business specializing in pregnancy and lactation helping both you and your child to achieve maximum […]

December 21 2020

Inductions using a Balloon Catheter

Brittany Pregnancy balloon, birth, catheter, cook, foley, induction 0

If you are being induced and your cervix is not showing any signs of dilation or effacement, your provider might recommend a combination of mechanical and pharmacologic methods in order to begin the induction.⁣Hey 👋I’m Brittany! Join me @informed.mommy on instagram for more fun pregnancy, birth, and parenting education 💕⁣Using a balloon catheter is a common non-medicated […]

December 14 2020

How to Survive Moving Day when you’re Pregnant

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**This Is A Sponsored Post** Moving can be stressful at any point in your life, but even more so during pregnancy. Here are some tips to survive moving day when you’re pregnant. 1. Get the OK from your healthcare provider Before you start packing, it’s best to check with your OB or Midwife to get […]

December 11 2020

Phases and Stages of Labor

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November 16 2020

R45: (Rebroadcast) Pregnancy Nutrition with Mamas Maternal Health

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Pregnancy Podcast Rebroadcast – Episode 45: Pregnancy Nutrition with Mamas Maternal Health For the full show notes, visit: https://growingourfamily.com/s01e45/ Follow me on Instagram: Instagram.com/informed.mommy And Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/growingrfamily Makayla and Cassandra are the founders of Mamas Maternal Health, a Virtual Nutrition Counseling business specializing in pregnancy and lactation helping both you and your child to achieve […]

November 13 2020

R48: (Rebroadcast) Household Chores with Ashley Buffa

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Parenting Podcast Rebroadcast – Episode 48: Household Chores with Ashley Buffa For the full show notes, visit: https://growingourfamily.com/s02e48/ Follow me on Instagram: Instagram.com/informed.mommy And Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/growingrfamily Ashley Buffa is a sweet and loving mother of, get this….10 CHILDREN!!! She’s a published author and expert on designing a chore schedule for your kids and entire family […]

November 9 2020

R41: (Rebroadcast) Pregnancy Hormones with Courtney and Katie from the Push Revolution Podcast

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Pregnancy Podcast Rebroadcast – Episode 41: Pregnancy Hormones with Courtney and Katie from the Push Revolution Podcast For the full show notes, visit: https://growingourfamily.com/s01e41/ Follow me on Instagram: Instagram.com/informed.mommy And Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/growingrfamily Courtney and Katie are a Doctor and Certified Nurse Midwife/Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner team here to provide expert advice and evidence-based information to […]

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