[nagdu] question for those who have had children

[PICKRELL, REBECCA M (TASC)]

In my case, I braught my dog to the hospital and had someone who would and could follow dog rules come get her. You want someone who isn't involved in the birth process or its aftermath. The hospitals cannot refuse your dog, though they do not have to care for your dog. Also, if you needed a c-section, the dog would not be able to be with you in the operating room. I think for a vaginal birth, the dog could be with you.  I wouldn't have wanted that, though in all honesty, I'm not sure I'd have cared once things really got going. I also have a friend who had a home birth. Her pet dog was present during the whole time and she swears this helped the dog bond with the kids. I say this just for adifferent perspective. 

-----Original Message-----
From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Jessica Pitzer
Sent: Thursday, February 03, 2011 11:03 AM
Subject: [nagdu] question for those who have had children

So, my fiancee and I are going to hopefully be starting a family soon,
and I've been wondering something.
How do you handle the dog when its time to go to the hospital to give
birth, obviously you can't do much with it, as your in bed, and I'd
think it impractical to leave it home if everyone is at the hospital
with you.
Thoughts?
Jessica and Kip

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