"If" my girls are dirty I will bathe them a few days prior to whelp. I also cleanse their tummy with an alcohol wipe prior to the whelp date. I don't think it stresses them out if it's done properly. Just run a warm SHALLOW bath, gently put her in, and maybe only bathe her back side. Leave her face and head alone for now. Plenty of time for that later after the babies arrive! Best wishes, |