We adopted a dog through the Western PA Humane Society. After viewing the available pets online and visiting a few times for individual interviews we made our selection. Our chosen dog scored well on all of the various tests that were administered.
If you are considering having a pet, we decided to adopt a dog while we were pregnant. The staff at the shelter were very cognizant of our baby's planned arrival & were helpful in truthfully recommending and leading us to a safe & friendly canine.
In order to prepare our dog for our child's arrival to our home, we attempted to familiarize it with the scents of our baby's lotion and toys. For example one of our family members introduced our dog to a baby's hat that was worn in the hospital before we were discharged to return home. From the beginning we allowed our dog to be curious and always supervised the two of them together. After all, our dog is an animal so our child's squeal or movements could startle! We gave our dog toys that would not closely resemble our child's toys or stuffed animals. Obedience classes helped us to learn how to better handle our dog, too.
What have been your experiences with pets... did you add a pet to your family during pregnancy or shortly after?
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Nixing Netflix
Beware that Netflix is increasing monthly rates. We enjoyed our monthly subscription of one DVD in the mail at a time with unlimited streaming. Yet, the new rates of approximately $15.00 a month is not better priced than the few movies we could rent at a local Red Box.
Below are movies that people always share "you have to watch it!"
Below are movies that people always share "you have to watch it!"
Plus we should support the recent movies filmed in Pittsburgh...
- The Next Three Days
- Love & Other Drugs
- Unstoppable
- Batman is currently being filmed in town!
Any hot movies you would recommend from this summer?
What flicks are on your Bucket List 
?
? Thursday, August 4, 2011
Birth Plan Preparations
From what nurses shared with us the more succinct the plan, the better likelihood for hospital staff to actually glance at it. We excluded some items that were irrelevant to major decisions, such as my personal preferences for ice chips, battery operated music player, breathing techniques, etc.
Remember to print several copies in order to give to appropriate staff, include within your hospital chart, etc.
What will/did your birth plan include? How early do you share your birth plan with your doctor, midwife, doula, etc.?
**Post a comment and I will send you my one-page birth plan as a PDF attachment!**
Remember to print several copies in order to give to appropriate staff, include within your hospital chart, etc.
What will/did your birth plan include? How early do you share your birth plan with your doctor, midwife, doula, etc.?
**Post a comment and I will send you my one-page birth plan as a PDF attachment!**
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