1st Trimester Blues.
Seriously, my thought through a majority of the first trimester was "Why would anyone want to do this a second time?" However, I was reassured by many moms that I wouldn't even remember the bad experiences when I'm holding my little one in my arms. Although that was helpful, what I found got me through each day was that I knew there was a potential end to the sickness. Of course, there were those ladies that felt the need to share with me that they were equally as sick throughout their entire pregnancy. Gee...thanks for the encouragement! It's been interesting, to say the least, the stories that certain women choose to share!!
I would have to say my biggest fan throughout this experience has been my sweet dog, Cooper. Well, of course, aside from my loving hubby...:) When I was hugging the toilet early in the morning, Mr. Cooper was right by my side. He became my shadow...everywhere I was, he was right next to me soothing my pain. I've heard that dogs can sense pregnancy, and I would have to say it's true based on my dog's behavior over the past few months. I've enjoyed having him around, but I'm curious to know how he'll adjust once the baby is born. I would love to hear your stories about how your pet adjusted to a new addition in the home.
2 comments:
Hey Kristen! So first, congratulations! I told Josh, but haven't seen you. ;-P
Second, I disagree with people who tell you that you will forget everything . . . but I DO agree that it is worth it, and after baby is here you can't imagine NOT have done this. And I say this after having pregnancy induced carpal tunnel syndrome that was so painful I couldn't move a sheet at night with may hands, gaining 67 lbs, and having a drug free 21 hour labor (all very unusual, do not worry :). It will be worth it -- no matter what!
As far as the dog, we've had lots of dog/baby experiences ourselves as well as friends. We raised many for a breeder growing up as well. Some dogs get really, really jealous while others are relaxed and or even super protective of the baby. One easy but silly feeling thing to do is wrap a doll up in a blanket. Let is sleep in the crib, talk to it, and basically give Cooper a chance to get jealous. This gives you a chance to see him in action ahead of time and correct anything before it is a real baby. It also gives Cooper a chance to slowly get used to be second fiddle. ;-)
Hey sweet cheeks - I've also read up on this since we would like to have babies too. I've read that you can play sounds of a baby cooing and crying a few weeks before the baby is born so the dog gets used to the sounds. Also, bring home a onesie or something the baby wore at the hospital before you come home with baby so Cooper has time to get used to the new baby smell in the house. One other thing - my friend received advice from her vet that she could make sure to spend 30 minutes giving the dog undivided attention every day around the same time so she (dog) was secure that she (mom) was not abandoning her.
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