HELP!!! 8 month old feral giving birth *new photos on page 6 posts 81 & 82*

[Medusa]

Ok, first and foremost: my current vet's associate said to express some milk from the mother's breast and then put the kitten right up to it while the milk is coming out. That should get her to eating but if that doesn't work, put some expressed milk into a dropper and feed the kitten that way. If that still doesn't work, here is the formula. My late vet's associate had it handy:

1/2 C. evaporated milk
1/2 C. water
1 egg yolk (no white)
10 drops human baby vitamins
2 T. Karo syrup

You will have to feed it w/a dropper every 4 hours around the clock and rub the area where it poops and pees w/a warm wash cloth in order to get it to go. Keep it warm but not too warm and try not to handle it too much other than for feeding. My current vet's associate said that time is of the essence; don't wait too long if you see that the kitten won't feed from her mom.

Good luck and bless you for taking care of the sweetie pies. (((HUGS)))

[Medusa]

Forgot to mention to feed it an ounce or two but not more than that. The kitten will let you know when she's full b/c she'll pull away or push your hand away. I'm praying that all goes well, Michelle.

[kittycats_delight]

sad news: Baby #3 has passed. It was a little boy and the runt at the time. He passed just as she started delivering baby #4. I guess he had to be born to make way for #4 to be born but he had to pass to allow #4 a chance to make it. I spent some time with momma & the kittens and I keep checking in every 15 minutes. All 3 of the remaining babies are nursing. Fingers crossed it stays that way.

So, as it stands so far Misty had 4 babies. #1 black & white (girl), #2 gray (sex unknown), #3 gray (male rb) & #4 black & white (sex unknown). I can't imagine she has anymore in there but she is still breathing pretty heavily, is purring away and seems to be relaxed. Eyes closed, tranquil & seems content.

Will update again with more news later.

<3 Misty, babies & Michelle

[moosmom]

It's late where you are, Michelle, but I can call you if you're still up. I'll keep checking back. You did great, girl. Not all kittens survive. It's a sad fact of life.

[phesina]

God bless you, Michelle, and the little kitty family too.

[chocolatepuppy]

Good job Michelle! Many prayers for mommy kitty and her three babies. I'm sorry for the one who didn't make it.

[Medusa]

Oh I'm so sorry about the wee kitty. You did the best you could, Michelle, and I'm sure you'll keep on doing it w/the kittens that have survived.

[moosmom]

Got any neighbors that have goats??? Goats milk is good for them and they like it.

Sleep well my friend! Ya done good.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I hope that mama and kittens are all still doing well. I'm so sorry to hear that one of the kittens passed away. They're all in my thoughts and prayers.

[kittycats_delight]

Talk about sleep deprived nights!!! I got to sleep around 4:30 am and up again 30 minutes later with hubby for work. Tried to go back to sleep when he left but took me almost an hour and then was awakened by the BIL when he left at 7:00, by FIL again at 8:00 by Guido (called to see how the kitties were) at 9:00 and have been up ever since. It's 10:30 now. Enough whining from me though.

So, far so good. Momma is very good with them. She is careful when she repositions herself or gets in and out to eat or drink. Kittens are loud and active with round little tummies and feeding well. SO fingers crossed that all continues to go well.

I will get some pics in a little bit when I feed momma Misty again. FIL just got back from the pet store with some Royal Canin baby cat dry (for momma), Royal Canin Recovery canned & some cat milk for nursing mothers. Miz Misty will be a happy kitty.

Will keep you all updated and will post pics as soon as I can.

Thanks again guys.
Misty, babies & Michelle

[Randi]

I'm so sorry one of the kittens didn't make it.

Rest in peace little one!

Michelle, you have done all the right things, and I'm glad the three others are feeding and the mom is so good with them. She will be happy to get some yummy food and milk.

Sounds like you need a good rest!

[moosmom]

It's 9:13 a.m. here and I just tried to call Michelle to see how it went. She's probably out like a light cuz she didn't answer. A well deserved nights rest is definitely in order.

[Freedom]

I was following this yesterday, on FB. Popped in here to check before turning in. I didn't post, as I couldn't add anything. Just prayed all the other babies continued to do well.

What a marvelous midwife you are, Michelle! And good for you, Donna, calling and lending support and info you had.

Misty is a lucky momma to have found a PT home to have her babies.

[Cataholic]

I, too, had been following this on FB. I am so sorry the little wee one didn't make it. Life can be so cruel.

Good on you, Michelle, for your diligence! And, to Donna for lending a helping hand when it was kind of scary over there.

Looking forward to updates, when you have had a chance to rest!

[momcat]

You did a wonderful job helping Misty and her newborn babies. There was some LES here when I saw that baby # 3 didn't make it. Glad to know that Misty is such a good Mommy and is caring for her beautiful babies. Looking forward to the pictures.
When Misty is up for it, could I ask you to give her some lovies from me?