By far, the most laughs we've gotten have been for our dog Moose as Cousin Itt, and when it came to "awwws," those came in loud and clear for the little red Tin Man heart on my baby bump. Sure, it adds a layer of complexity adding an animal to the mix, and sometimes it's hard to figure out how to integrate a baby bump versus downplaying it. To make it work, when coming up with a group idea, I always start with the most difficult participants first. Before I'd ever commit to, say, a Mary Poppins theme, I'd first ask, "What will Moose be?" If I were pregnant, maybe I'd forgo dressing as the magical nanny and portray a plump penguin. Then, once the tricky members are determined, it's easier to flesh out the rest.
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