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Amber
I'm currently 17 weeks pregnant.
Its really starting to sink in on what life will be like when I bring the baby home. I think of course majority of first time moms think about breaking in all the baby stuff and showing off the cute new baby. BUT.... What should I really expect?
-I have loads of diapers, wipes, and bottles.
-I'm paying my rent up for 4 months in advance to ease my mind although my boyfriend is not taking off of work.
-I will have loads of baby clothes ranging from 0-12 months.
-I have a $250 walmart gift card for any last minute needs.
- I'll have a swing, bouncer, crib, pack and play, changing table, travel system etc...
AHHHH! No where sells extra hands. Lol.
So, is there any tips you have? How you coped with sleep, finances, baby etc...
How long can I expect to be sore? Did getting out of the house help you any?
Thanks so much in advance! :)
Answer
From a male point of view, you can expect a lot of sleepless nights until your baby starts sleeping all night. You will be tired and you will find yourself napping when your baby does. You may want to hold off on the bouncer and swing until he gets a little older and can actually sit up by himself/herself. You may want to consider disposable diapers. baby shampoo, etc. For the first couple days, you will spend a lot of time treating your baby like he is a new toy. you will hold him and just watch him sleep. You will smile a lot for about 3 weeks and then you will feel tired.
Now, the boyfriend: he may be a great guy and all excited about the baby, but he is going to take on a new role when the baby comes home. He is going to feel totally left out of everything. and thats perfectly natural because he will be left out. Your number one concern is your baby. You will do everything for your child for a while. He may find himself making meals for you because you will be too tired. The father takes on a whole new role when the baby comes home. Its almost like he becomes the sole provider and less of a boyfriend. Oh, and you might want to consider getting married.
From a male point of view, you can expect a lot of sleepless nights until your baby starts sleeping all night. You will be tired and you will find yourself napping when your baby does. You may want to hold off on the bouncer and swing until he gets a little older and can actually sit up by himself/herself. You may want to consider disposable diapers. baby shampoo, etc. For the first couple days, you will spend a lot of time treating your baby like he is a new toy. you will hold him and just watch him sleep. You will smile a lot for about 3 weeks and then you will feel tired.
Now, the boyfriend: he may be a great guy and all excited about the baby, but he is going to take on a new role when the baby comes home. He is going to feel totally left out of everything. and thats perfectly natural because he will be left out. Your number one concern is your baby. You will do everything for your child for a while. He may find himself making meals for you because you will be too tired. The father takes on a whole new role when the baby comes home. Its almost like he becomes the sole provider and less of a boyfriend. Oh, and you might want to consider getting married.
Is she a Toy or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Krys
Sorry if this posted twice.
My almost 11-month-old pup is 13.5 inches at top of her shoulders and only 17 pounds. I'm reading different requirements for the Toy and Mini Aussie.
The Breeder said she's a Miniature and should get up to our knees at her shoulders and weigh 25 pounds, but I think she's pretty much done growing.
Owners/Breeders, your thoughts on what size/type she is?
Answer
Please excuse all the people stating your dog is a mutt in less than tasteful ways. I have a 6 month old 16lb 14 inch tall Miniature Australian Shepherd. She is also pretty well done growing. A Miniature Australian Shepherd is a breed of dog called a North American Shepherd and come in a variety of sizes. However, because people seem to be very picky with how large or small their dogs are now instead of just how well they herd and get along with the horses, small ones are bred only to small ones and large ones to large ones. Thus the Toy and Miniature categories. Your girl seems to be bordering the two sizes a bit but would be considered a mini by breeders because she would be likely to whelp larger male pups. Also anyone looking for a purse dog would consider her much to large.
The reason you find standards that vary is because all in all they are the same breed. A North American Shepherd. Known as a Miniature Australian Shepherd the North American Shepherd has had a smaller size since the Aussie breeds were established 100 years ago. "Standard" Australian Shepherds were preferred for large livestock run on a farm. "Miniature" Australian Shepherds were preferred for travel because they were small enough to be pulled up onto a horse to ride. Both breeds are excellent herders.
Your girl is only .5 inch under the now imposed standard for the North American Shepherd but as long as your not planning to compete she is a wonderful size. P.S. avoid using terms like Mini or Toy in online forums. Many people online have a deep seeded hate for those words and will attack you as though your some animal hording back yard breeder with no teeth. I know I announced the adoption of my Miniature Australian Shepherd in one and people went nuts as though they have thoroughly researched every single breed of dog in all of history.
Please excuse all the people stating your dog is a mutt in less than tasteful ways. I have a 6 month old 16lb 14 inch tall Miniature Australian Shepherd. She is also pretty well done growing. A Miniature Australian Shepherd is a breed of dog called a North American Shepherd and come in a variety of sizes. However, because people seem to be very picky with how large or small their dogs are now instead of just how well they herd and get along with the horses, small ones are bred only to small ones and large ones to large ones. Thus the Toy and Miniature categories. Your girl seems to be bordering the two sizes a bit but would be considered a mini by breeders because she would be likely to whelp larger male pups. Also anyone looking for a purse dog would consider her much to large.
The reason you find standards that vary is because all in all they are the same breed. A North American Shepherd. Known as a Miniature Australian Shepherd the North American Shepherd has had a smaller size since the Aussie breeds were established 100 years ago. "Standard" Australian Shepherds were preferred for large livestock run on a farm. "Miniature" Australian Shepherds were preferred for travel because they were small enough to be pulled up onto a horse to ride. Both breeds are excellent herders.
Your girl is only .5 inch under the now imposed standard for the North American Shepherd but as long as your not planning to compete she is a wonderful size. P.S. avoid using terms like Mini or Toy in online forums. Many people online have a deep seeded hate for those words and will attack you as though your some animal hording back yard breeder with no teeth. I know I announced the adoption of my Miniature Australian Shepherd in one and people went nuts as though they have thoroughly researched every single breed of dog in all of history.
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