Gina, I think you should just relax. There is no proof that cats do any harm to babies - it's all superstition and old wives tales. The only real, proven danger has already been addressed by you - toxoplasmosis. In fact, I didn't even try to keep the cats away from Alan-they slept in the crib with him! As I nursed Alan I held him in the crook of one arm and held a cat in the crook of the other arm (no, the cat didn't nurse, so get that picture out of your mind! But I know that would make most new mothers uncomfortable. I might be more concerned about dogs since they tend to be more protective and territorial.

Congratulations on the newest addition, yet-to-arrive! Are you hoping for a boy or girl?