Earlier this week I had a dog in a session that was asked about a human baby on the way. Other animals have given me insight and tips to help prepare your pets for a new baby in the home.
This dog though shared something new with me! This dog wanted to hear the heartbeat of the new baby through a heartbeat monitor that has a sparker. This dog told me she would recognize the sound and rhythm of the baby’s heartbeat once the baby arrived, and know the baby is familiar and is family.
I am sharing this because I think it can help many pets.
Animals can hear the heart beat in a momma’s belly. They will recognize the rhythm and the sound, like they do with their own guardian. However, using a monitor with a speaker will amplify it for them, making it more familiar. Making it more likely to catch their attention.
By sharing the heartbeat with your pets every single day you are making that heart beat part of their every day life and routine. When the baby comes home, the heartbeat will be familiar, even if the baby is a bit scary or unknown. The familiarity of the heart beat will provide some comfort even though interactions should still be closely monitored for everyone’s safety. This includes for the safety and comfort of your baby and your pet.
