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Although they look nothing like us, pets are often considered our \u201cbabies.\u201d We celebrate birthdays with them, cuddle with them and always have their best interests at heart. Many couples become parents to pets long before deciding to have a child together. If you\u2019re planning on adding a human baby to the mix, it\u2019s best to ease into the transition during your pregnancy. This will help ensure the two of them are happy, safe and become the best of friends for many years to come!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bringing home a newborn means modifying usual routines — something both cats and dogs are not particular fans of. By slowly implementing changes during your pregnancy, your furry or winged \u201cpre-baby baby\u201d will have adequate time to get acclimated to the new addition and all of the interesting smells! If your pet has separation anxiety or gets scared every time you buy something new, it\u2019s especially critical to begin lifestyle changes as early as possible.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s fair to say that once baby arrives, you\u2019ll have significantly less time to spend with your pets. Actively plan on reducing the amount of time you spend with them, but be sure to implement it slowly. It may sound tough at first, but it will help gracefully shift their role from the center of attention. This may also require adjusting feeding and walking schedules accordingly. Obedience skills may also be worth refreshing if their manners are lacking. For example, if you\u2019ve got a hyper pup who likes to jump on people and thinks \u201csit!\u201d is a joke, obedience training is recommended. Introducing your pet to other children and babies prior to the arrival of your newborn is a great way to prevent dogs and cats from feeling caught off guard by their loud, unpredictable behaviors. <\/span><\/p>\n

When Pooch Met Peanut <\/b><\/h4>\n

As you excitedly prepare for the day your newborn comes home, allow pets the opportunity to sniff out and conceptualize any baby-related items. Diapers, baby powder and cribs are common introductory scents pets should familiarize with. Let them see you in action as you set up the nursery — if they do something that would potentially harm the baby, try to correct the bad behavior. Don\u2019t allow them the opportunity to get ahold of blankets or get on baby\u2019s furniture. If you have a cat that loves to snuggle in every room of the house, shutting the nursery door might be the best option for now. <\/span><\/p>\n

When you arrive home, newborn in-tow, be sure to greet pets alone first. This is just a recommended precaution to prevent any injuries from excited jumping. Give pets a few days to adjust to new sounds and smells before putting your newborn within close range. Then leash-up and let the official sniffing begin! Always give your pet lots of love and affection when the little one is around. If they happen to grab one of your child\u2019s toys, don\u2019t reprimand them — you don\u2019t want your little one\u2019s smell linked to any feelings of negativity. Just replace baby\u2019s toy with a dog toy when you have the opportunity. And remember — always supervise any interactions between the two! <\/span><\/p>\n

Adding a newborn to the pack is an exciting time for any family. With the proper preparation, patience and supervision, pet and baby are sure to become the most adorable best friends ever!  <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

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