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Sep 2024
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Expert Tips to Prepare Your Dog for a Ne...

VANESSA MERTEN
About this episode
When your baby arrives, the last thing you want to deal with is troubleshooting issues with your dog adjusting to your new baby. The good news is that there are simple steps you can take during pregnancy to ensure a seamless transition with your pet as your family grows. Learn about the downsides of traditional dog training and what you should do instead. Get tips to safely introduce your dog to your baby and how to troubleshoot any potential issues that can arise with your dog postpartum. This episode will set you on the right track for a harmonious transition as your family grows and how to build a bond between your dog and baby to last a lifetime.   Thank you to Jaime Caponetta for sharing her expertise for this episode. Jaime is a certified Canine Behavior Consultant and an ABCDT Dog Trainer, but her most cherished role is being a mom to my three wonderful boys and three incredible rescue dogs. Jaime specializes in resolving conflicts and behavioral challenges between dogs and babies. She goes above and beyond managing behaviors to seek to understand and address root causes. From environmental influences to past traumas and everything in between, she works to decode the complexities of your dog's behavior. Jaime is truly a dog and baby expert. She is the perfect resource to help guide you on how to get your dog ready for your new baby and ensure that everything goes smoothly after your baby arrives.   Jaime Caponetta.com Jaime’s Instagram Stop Training Your Dog Paws and Pacifiers Podcast   Save 15% OFF the Dog and Baby Bliss course This comprehensive program guides you through desensitization techniques, safe introductions, and provides everything you need a craft a loving relationship between your dog and baby. Join countless families in creating a harmonious, safe, and joyful home.     Thank you to our sponsors   20% off Mommy Steps or Form insoles with the promo code FEET. Studies show pregnancy can make your feet grow. In one study, 61% of participants had a measurable increase in foot length, and 22% reported going up a shoe size. The thought of going up a shoe size and having to replace every pair of shoes you own might freak you out. The good news is that wearing insoles can protect your feet from going up in size.   The FamilyAlbum app: Keep family in the loop + get 11 free photo prints delivered each month CLICK HERE. FamilyAlbum is a free app that gives parents a private and easy way to share photos and videos of their little ones with family. With FamilyAlbum, you'll get an easy interface to use with the whole family, unlimited photo storage, automatic organization by month with child’s age, no third-party ads, and 11 photo prints every month--all for free! Click here to download the app   Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. Each serving of AG1 delivers your daily dose of vitamins, minerals, pre- and probiotics, and more. It’s a powerful, healthy habit that’s also powerfully simple.  (As a friendly reminder, pregnant or nursing women should seek professional medical advice before taking this or any other dietary supplement.)     Read the full article and resources that accompany this episode.     Join Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more.     Check out the 40 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners.     For more evidence-based information, visit the Pregnancy Podcast website.
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