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EmmasMummy
03-20-2007, 07:26 PM
I just found out im pregnant, and was curious. Its ok for me to handle the squirrels right? I know its not ok for pregnant women to handle kittens, and wanted to make sure the squirrels were ok the handle.
Gabe
03-20-2007, 07:30 PM
Congratulations.:thumbsup

I would definately check with your DR. Squirrels do carry numerous fecal parasites.
Somebody's Mother
03-20-2007, 07:35 PM
Congratulations!! i didn't know the answer to your question but that is some exciting news!! boy or girl??
squirrelsrule&bunniestoo
03-20-2007, 08:43 PM
Congratulations! I think it is safe, but definetely check with your Dr. One of the people at the wildlife center was pregnant and she was able to do all the usual stuff, including feed the babies. The only thing she couldn't do is go in the exam room because of the CO2 euthanasia chamber.
LynninIN
03-20-2007, 09:10 PM
Congratulations!

I don't know of any animals that you can't handle during pregnancy. The problem is with the poop, mostly documented in
cats. No litter box changing. Your squirrel's were babies when found so they most likely do not have any intestinal parasites.
You could have a fecal test done and then you wouldn't have to worry about it or just wear gloves when handling their feces.
TexanSquirrel
03-20-2007, 10:01 PM
:wott :wott :wott
thundersquirrel
03-20-2007, 11:00 PM
AHHH BABY! That's wonderful!

I don't have much input for your question, all I know is that taking care of those squirrels will be good preparation for your kiddo! ;)
EmmasMummy
03-20-2007, 11:13 PM
thanks everyone, i dont think its dangerous for me to handle them just wanted to be on the safe side.

We arnt sure if its a boy or girl, im only 6 weeks. Im hoping for another girl. We get our first sono. in 3 weeks, im so excited.
rippie-n-lilgirlsmom
03-21-2007, 07:32 AM
Congratulations!! I think the part about not handling cats is actually your not supposed to handle kitty litter...used kitty litter.:D You can handle cats, My Misty girl was always by my side. How are the babies...
Squirrellady
03-21-2007, 08:45 AM
Congratulations on the New Baby!!:wott :D
Christie189
03-26-2007, 09:29 PM
Congrats, EmmasMummy! Babies are such blessings! Human or Squirrel. :D