zola89
Well-Known Member
My horse is on DIY livery and is currently ridden 4-5 times a week. I've just found out that I am pregnant and I'm not sure what to do with her so am hoping for others to share their experiences.
She is out during the summer and I shouldn't struggle with mucking out etc this winter but will do next winter when I have a newborn.
I'm fairly certain my yard won't allow a pram down there (and I'm not sure this is safe) and my husband works away during the week so there is nobody to help out then. My parents live nearby but are not horsey and will not commit to looking after a baby regularly.
Selling is not an option.
Do I put her on loan? I think this might be easier said than done, particularly since my horse isn't the easiest to ride.
Do I turn her away for a few months? Do I put her on grass livery? Should I consider putting her into foal?
I'm worried about both the work load but also the money, I imagine keeping her on DIY Livery on maternity pay will be pretty difficult.
Thanks in advance!
She is out during the summer and I shouldn't struggle with mucking out etc this winter but will do next winter when I have a newborn.
I'm fairly certain my yard won't allow a pram down there (and I'm not sure this is safe) and my husband works away during the week so there is nobody to help out then. My parents live nearby but are not horsey and will not commit to looking after a baby regularly.
Selling is not an option.
Do I put her on loan? I think this might be easier said than done, particularly since my horse isn't the easiest to ride.
Do I turn her away for a few months? Do I put her on grass livery? Should I consider putting her into foal?
I'm worried about both the work load but also the money, I imagine keeping her on DIY Livery on maternity pay will be pretty difficult.
Thanks in advance!