Pets (cats or dogs) at home during pregnancy

Is it advisable to avoid handling pets (cats/dogs) at home during pregnancy? It’s faeces etc could be harmful for baby and unhealthy yes? What about after baby is born? Is it good to be around pets then??

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there were studies about babies less likely to develop asthma, eczema if they grow up with cats/dogs. i think it's safe as long as ur pets don't show signs of aggression. My dog is very protective of me ever since I got pregnant. Whenever hubby touches me she will start growling at him. My dog will also gently put him paw or her head on my tummy 😄

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