Keeping the house clean with a big dog!

[newmom]

Hi everyone,

I am a new CF mom and am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to keep the house clean with a big dog who likes to dig in the dirt? I understand that dirt is not good for my little one. I also read that having houseplants is not a good idea. There is so much to do its all a little overwhelming, I just want to keep my house as safe as possible for baby.

 

[newmom]

Hi everyone,

I am a new CF mom and am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to keep the house clean with a big dog who likes to dig in the dirt? I understand that dirt is not good for my little one. I also read that having houseplants is not a good idea. There is so much to do its all a little overwhelming, I just want to keep my house as safe as possible for baby.

 

[newmom]

Hi everyone,

I am a new CF mom and am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to keep the house clean with a big dog who likes to dig in the dirt? I understand that dirt is not good for my little one. I also read that having houseplants is not a good idea. There is so much to do its all a little overwhelming, I just want to keep my house as safe as possible for baby.

 

[newmom]

Hi everyone,

I am a new CF mom and am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to keep the house clean with a big dog who likes to dig in the dirt? I understand that dirt is not good for my little one. I also read that having houseplants is not a good idea. There is so much to do its all a little overwhelming, I just want to keep my house as safe as possible for baby.

 

[newmom]

Hi everyone,
<br />
<br />I am a new CF mom and am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to keep the house clean with a big dog who likes to dig in the dirt? I understand that dirt is not good for my little one. I also read that having houseplants is not a good idea. There is so much to do its all a little overwhelming, I just want to keep my house as safe as possible for baby.

 

[amber682]

Relax on the dirt <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
The bacteria that are in dirt that we worry about, such as pseudomonas, are literally everywhere, including your tap water. I've never been one to keep my kids from playing in the dirt, grass, sand, etc. I just want them to have as normal of a childhood as possible.

The only thing I'd do as far as the dog would be baths, which I'm sure you already do, just to cut down on the dander. Asthma and CF often go hand in hand, and allergens irritate asthma. Same goes for dust.

Houseplants should be fine as well. They are actually good for the air, acting as natural filters. Just be sure to keep them where the baby can't grab them. Not because of the dirt, but just because some houseplants are poisonous, and you know how babies are with putting things in their mouths.

I know its overwhelming at first, but rest assured you'll feel like an expert in no time!

Try not to worry too much, just enjoy that baby!

 

[amber682]

Relax on the dirt <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
The bacteria that are in dirt that we worry about, such as pseudomonas, are literally everywhere, including your tap water. I've never been one to keep my kids from playing in the dirt, grass, sand, etc. I just want them to have as normal of a childhood as possible.

The only thing I'd do as far as the dog would be baths, which I'm sure you already do, just to cut down on the dander. Asthma and CF often go hand in hand, and allergens irritate asthma. Same goes for dust.

Houseplants should be fine as well. They are actually good for the air, acting as natural filters. Just be sure to keep them where the baby can't grab them. Not because of the dirt, but just because some houseplants are poisonous, and you know how babies are with putting things in their mouths.

I know its overwhelming at first, but rest assured you'll feel like an expert in no time!

Try not to worry too much, just enjoy that baby!

 

[amber682]

Relax on the dirt <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
The bacteria that are in dirt that we worry about, such as pseudomonas, are literally everywhere, including your tap water. I've never been one to keep my kids from playing in the dirt, grass, sand, etc. I just want them to have as normal of a childhood as possible.

The only thing I'd do as far as the dog would be baths, which I'm sure you already do, just to cut down on the dander. Asthma and CF often go hand in hand, and allergens irritate asthma. Same goes for dust.

Houseplants should be fine as well. They are actually good for the air, acting as natural filters. Just be sure to keep them where the baby can't grab them. Not because of the dirt, but just because some houseplants are poisonous, and you know how babies are with putting things in their mouths.

I know its overwhelming at first, but rest assured you'll feel like an expert in no time!

Try not to worry too much, just enjoy that baby!

 

[amber682]

Relax on the dirt <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
The bacteria that are in dirt that we worry about, such as pseudomonas, are literally everywhere, including your tap water. I've never been one to keep my kids from playing in the dirt, grass, sand, etc. I just want them to have as normal of a childhood as possible.

The only thing I'd do as far as the dog would be baths, which I'm sure you already do, just to cut down on the dander. Asthma and CF often go hand in hand, and allergens irritate asthma. Same goes for dust.

Houseplants should be fine as well. They are actually good for the air, acting as natural filters. Just be sure to keep them where the baby can't grab them. Not because of the dirt, but just because some houseplants are poisonous, and you know how babies are with putting things in their mouths.

I know its overwhelming at first, but rest assured you'll feel like an expert in no time!

Try not to worry too much, just enjoy that baby!

 

[amber682]

Relax on the dirt <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
<br />The bacteria that are in dirt that we worry about, such as pseudomonas, are literally everywhere, including your tap water. I've never been one to keep my kids from playing in the dirt, grass, sand, etc. I just want them to have as normal of a childhood as possible.
<br />
<br />The only thing I'd do as far as the dog would be baths, which I'm sure you already do, just to cut down on the dander. Asthma and CF often go hand in hand, and allergens irritate asthma. Same goes for dust.
<br />
<br />Houseplants should be fine as well. They are actually good for the air, acting as natural filters. Just be sure to keep them where the baby can't grab them. Not because of the dirt, but just because some houseplants are poisonous, and you know how babies are with putting things in their mouths.
<br />
<br />I know its overwhelming at first, but rest assured you'll feel like an expert in no time!
<br />
<br />Try not to worry too much, just enjoy that baby!

 

[Jeana]

I got a Roomba vacuum and my son loves to turn it on. It goes about on it's merry way and really cuts down on the dog hair that our two black labs shed and the dirt that they bring in. My son, who is 4, can empty the bin and everything. Me vacuuming. That's a thing of the past. <img src="">

 

[Jeana]

I got a Roomba vacuum and my son loves to turn it on. It goes about on it's merry way and really cuts down on the dog hair that our two black labs shed and the dirt that they bring in. My son, who is 4, can empty the bin and everything. Me vacuuming. That's a thing of the past. <img src="">

 

[Jeana]

I got a Roomba vacuum and my son loves to turn it on. It goes about on it's merry way and really cuts down on the dog hair that our two black labs shed and the dirt that they bring in. My son, who is 4, can empty the bin and everything. Me vacuuming. That's a thing of the past. <img src="">

 

[Jeana]

I got a Roomba vacuum and my son loves to turn it on. It goes about on it's merry way and really cuts down on the dog hair that our two black labs shed and the dirt that they bring in. My son, who is 4, can empty the bin and everything. Me vacuuming. That's a thing of the past. <img src="">

 

[Jeana]

I got a Roomba vacuum and my son loves to turn it on. It goes about on it's merry way and really cuts down on the dog hair that our two black labs shed and the dirt that they bring in. My son, who is 4, can empty the bin and everything. Me vacuuming. That's a thing of the past. <img src="">

 

[PlumPerfect]

If you wanna play the better safe than sorry bit then there won't be to much you can do than get rid of the dog. We had a full breed German rotty which we loved greatly but she was a dirty dog and always made a mess just by being a dog nothing we could change or act like she was bad for. after awhile of obsessively trying to keep up after the dog. She ended up slowly becoming an outside dog and as time went on it wasn't becoming fair to her. We found a great home for her and its a lot easier to manage the house. I also got rid of all my plants that grew in only water like bamboo and stuff because the stagnant water.

This is how I feel about it and this is my own personal opinion, yes to some degree you have to let them be kids play and have fun. I am willing to eliminate any thing that may cause an issue, He can't talk and tell me to what degree something affects him. As he gets older and can communicate then he can help us choose what things are worth it and what aren't. I am about making the quality of life the best but to some degree some elimination is necessary.Right now it is your life you would be affecting with the dog and plants and I tell you when those things are gone your bright and wonderful child will be there by your side and make it all worth it. You may miss the dog and plants but you will feel good about doing what you can and enjoying your family.

 

[PlumPerfect]

If you wanna play the better safe than sorry bit then there won't be to much you can do than get rid of the dog. We had a full breed German rotty which we loved greatly but she was a dirty dog and always made a mess just by being a dog nothing we could change or act like she was bad for. after awhile of obsessively trying to keep up after the dog. She ended up slowly becoming an outside dog and as time went on it wasn't becoming fair to her. We found a great home for her and its a lot easier to manage the house. I also got rid of all my plants that grew in only water like bamboo and stuff because the stagnant water.

This is how I feel about it and this is my own personal opinion, yes to some degree you have to let them be kids play and have fun. I am willing to eliminate any thing that may cause an issue, He can't talk and tell me to what degree something affects him. As he gets older and can communicate then he can help us choose what things are worth it and what aren't. I am about making the quality of life the best but to some degree some elimination is necessary.Right now it is your life you would be affecting with the dog and plants and I tell you when those things are gone your bright and wonderful child will be there by your side and make it all worth it. You may miss the dog and plants but you will feel good about doing what you can and enjoying your family.

 

[PlumPerfect]

If you wanna play the better safe than sorry bit then there won't be to much you can do than get rid of the dog. We had a full breed German rotty which we loved greatly but she was a dirty dog and always made a mess just by being a dog nothing we could change or act like she was bad for. after awhile of obsessively trying to keep up after the dog. She ended up slowly becoming an outside dog and as time went on it wasn't becoming fair to her. We found a great home for her and its a lot easier to manage the house. I also got rid of all my plants that grew in only water like bamboo and stuff because the stagnant water.

This is how I feel about it and this is my own personal opinion, yes to some degree you have to let them be kids play and have fun. I am willing to eliminate any thing that may cause an issue, He can't talk and tell me to what degree something affects him. As he gets older and can communicate then he can help us choose what things are worth it and what aren't. I am about making the quality of life the best but to some degree some elimination is necessary.Right now it is your life you would be affecting with the dog and plants and I tell you when those things are gone your bright and wonderful child will be there by your side and make it all worth it. You may miss the dog and plants but you will feel good about doing what you can and enjoying your family.

 

[PlumPerfect]

If you wanna play the better safe than sorry bit then there won't be to much you can do than get rid of the dog. We had a full breed German rotty which we loved greatly but she was a dirty dog and always made a mess just by being a dog nothing we could change or act like she was bad for. after awhile of obsessively trying to keep up after the dog. She ended up slowly becoming an outside dog and as time went on it wasn't becoming fair to her. We found a great home for her and its a lot easier to manage the house. I also got rid of all my plants that grew in only water like bamboo and stuff because the stagnant water.

This is how I feel about it and this is my own personal opinion, yes to some degree you have to let them be kids play and have fun. I am willing to eliminate any thing that may cause an issue, He can't talk and tell me to what degree something affects him. As he gets older and can communicate then he can help us choose what things are worth it and what aren't. I am about making the quality of life the best but to some degree some elimination is necessary.Right now it is your life you would be affecting with the dog and plants and I tell you when those things are gone your bright and wonderful child will be there by your side and make it all worth it. You may miss the dog and plants but you will feel good about doing what you can and enjoying your family.

 

[PlumPerfect]

If you wanna play the better safe than sorry bit then there won't be to much you can do than get rid of the dog. We had a full breed German rotty which we loved greatly but she was a dirty dog and always made a mess just by being a dog nothing we could change or act like she was bad for. after awhile of obsessively trying to keep up after the dog. She ended up slowly becoming an outside dog and as time went on it wasn't becoming fair to her. We found a great home for her and its a lot easier to manage the house. I also got rid of all my plants that grew in only water like bamboo and stuff because the stagnant water.
<br />
<br />This is how I feel about it and this is my own personal opinion, yes to some degree you have to let them be kids play and have fun. I am willing to eliminate any thing that may cause an issue, He can't talk and tell me to what degree something affects him. As he gets older and can communicate then he can help us choose what things are worth it and what aren't. I am about making the quality of life the best but to some degree some elimination is necessary.Right now it is your life you would be affecting with the dog and plants and I tell you when those things are gone your bright and wonderful child will be there by your side and make it all worth it. You may miss the dog and plants but you will feel good about doing what you can and enjoying your family.