I'm so sorry one of the kittens didn't make it. :(
Rest in peace little one! :love:
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!
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.
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.
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!
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? :love:
What a great FIL - getting all the good stuff for a nursing mommycat! :)
RIP wee baby - I am so sorry, Michelle. Given how young the mom is, it's wonderful that there are three healthy babies with full tummies. She sounds like she is being a good mom. :love:
Bless you for your caring and love, and I hope you catch up on your sleep soon. {{{hugs}}}
I don't know any of you, but I followed this thread - Michelle, you are one great woman! Bless you for all your efforts; the one baby who went straight to Rainbow Bridge - well, the Creator has His reasons. May He bless you mightily for your love, devotion, and compassion!
:love: Congrats Michelle on your 3 New Grandbabies.. ;) You did a great job there.. Yes for sure pics soon.. But you get some sleep now ok.. Sending Plenty of Huggss & Whisker Kissess..
Michelle, I'm so glad to hear that mama and her 3 babies are doing well and I hope they'll continue to thrive.:) Now you deserve some much needed rest. I look forward to seeing pictures too.:)
Beautifully said!!! Amen to that!Quote:
Originally Posted by maerlyn
Donna, I was actually feeding momma when you called and didn't take the home phone in her room with me, only had my cell in my pocket. She has eaten but had some major diarrhea but that was this morning and there has been nothing since. I figure with all the strain on her little body that is to be expected. She is also spotting a little blood here and there not sure if that is normal. She is happy and looks for lovin's, purrs up a storm when petted and demands her wet food when hungry. The 3 babies have round little tummies and are quite active. Not much crying from them except when momma gets up to eat or get some affection so I figure that's a good thing as if they were cold or hungry or anything they would let you know as they all have some mighty lungs on them.
Just have a couple of pics for you and haven't got a face shot of baby #2 (gray). Will work on getting that. Guido is afraid to do more than a teeny stroke on them cause they are so little and he is afraid he will hurt them by mistake.
Anyway, I'll shut up now and post the pics.
(((HUGS))) thanks for all the wonderful encouragement you guys. You ROCK!!!
<3 Misty, babies & Michelle
Awww, good job Momma Misty and "midwife" Michelle! Everybody looks great!
What a beautiful little family!!! LES here!!
Aww, how cute they are!! :love: The grey one gets squished there, but she/he'll be fine. :) Look at that proud mom. :D
:) Aweee all look so Content & Sweet.. Any idea of names yet?? How about Bisou = Kiss in French or Kiska means Little Kitten in Russian..
As far as I can tell one of the black & white ones is female the other male as well as the gray being male. I could be wrong on that account but 1 of the black & white is distinctly different in that area than the other 2 kits.
Helene, I am not sure on names yet but I have a wonderful home already lined up for 1 of them. Guido's boss wants one. I can vouch that she is a good cat mom as her last cat who just passed was 19 and the one that passed last year was 22. Always indoor cats, altered and well cared for. She is a real cat person.
As for names, they were born on Liberation Day (yesterday) here in Italy so I am thinking of going with 'freedom' type names. I was thinking of Liberta for the female or Libby for short but not sure about the males. Will be getting some history from Guido for those.
How about Abe in honor of MY favorite president, Abraham Lincoln, who suffered from depression and was as passionate about cats as you and I are!!!!
It's 1:53 pm here. What's a good time to call you??
Donna, thanks so much for calling and checking in on us. Here is a not so good picture of baby 2 (gray) & another of all 3 together.
I really enjoyed our talk. You are a star. lots & lots of hugs.
I had a blast talking to you and catching up!!! TMobile be damned!!!!! I can't believe AustinB and I were in the park for 2 hours. He slept the whole time. Hey, when the weather is in the 70's, you take advantage of it.
Glad everyone, including you, are doing well!!!! Get some well deserved sleep.
I am so sorry about the kitten that didn't make it. I'm glad the others and the mom cat are doing well!
How adorable! You're going to have so much fun in a few weeks w/their antics. :p
Just a little update.
Everyone is doing well. Misty is a great mommy and the kittens are very active and feeding well. They all have nice round tummies and are kept content. They rarely cry except when one is feeding from the same nipple that another wants. You have to see these little scrappers fight over the boobies. LOL
They are only 3 days old and we have great homes for 2 of them already. Both are with co-workers of hubby's. One is his manager who's last 2 cats lived to 19 & 22 respectively and the other is a lady that already has a cat who is exclusively indoor, spayed and well cared for so I know both these will be going to very good homes. Not bad I would say for them being only 3 days old. Only have 1 more kitten to place & Misty. I think I am gonna have issues letting anyone take Misty. She is already bonded to us and I know she can and will bond to someone else but it will be me that will have the trouble letting go. I am really gonna try. I have to find the perfect home and if that happens then I am think I will be comfortable letting her go.
Great update, and how nice that two out of the three already have homes lined up! Many years ago, my big brother's cat had a litter of kittens - her spay date was already scheduled but their son, who was four at the time, let her outside against orders because "she really wanted to go out." Well, one of my coworkers agreed to take a kitten, and when my mother delivered said kitten to me at work one day, another coworker was smitten, and he immediately agreed to take one of its siblings! Maybe that will happen at your husband's office!
Three days old and already the kids are squabbling! He he heee, so funny.
Good news re the homes.
Hey, Michelle -- what do your crew think of Misty and babies? Even if you have her in a room with the door closed, by now they know she is there!
I only have one pissy boots here and that is Phoenix. Artica just wants in with the kittens. This will be her second litter to be around. She was here when Bella had her babies and they were brought inside. She never once tried to do anything but lick them to death. Artica loves cats and for her cats are suppose to be inside. If they are outdoors she freaks out and barks her head off, once they come inside she is perfectly fine with them. Frost & Vega are curious but that's about it. Frost had his nose out of joint for the first day but that is because he tried to run in the room where she was and she charged him and hissed at him. Now there is none of that. Bella really couldn't care less. But Phoenix has been in a 'MOOD' since she came in the house. She is not impressed and that's that. LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by Freedom
Misty isn't very concerned about the other kitties or the dog anymore either. She was intimidated at first by the dog but that was due to Artica always barking at her while she was outside. And she charged Frost that first day but she was scared and nervous. She has seen them all outside the door and just lays there looking at them. She is very trusting so I guess she feels safe and that I wouldn't let anything happen so she is ok with it all.
Glad everything is going well with the babies.
Get this...I checked my T-Mobile account online...I didn't HAVE to wait for an hour+ to get international calling, as I already HAD it!!!!!
When this all first happened I told myself.....she will find great homes for the kittens and she will end up keeping Misty. I still think I'm right too. :D :D Either way I know every single cat will have a wonderful home.
Thank you so much Michelle for taking her in and giving her so much love and help during this difficult time for her. :)
Thanks for keeping us updated. I'm glad everyone is doing well and that 2 of the kittens have already found great homes.:)
Misty definitely has bonded with you Michelle. I do hope you'll reconsider and give her the home she so deserves after all you've both been through.
Just a quick update on the babies. All 3 are growing like little weeds. :D They respond to my voice now and if I touch them at all they stick to my fingers like glue. They are super cute. They are 9 days old today and the first born's eyes are just starting to open, just a teeny tiny bit on the right eye in the corner. I know 10 - 14 days for eyes to open is the norm so they are right on schedule.
I will try to get Guido to help me tomorrow or over the next day or 2 to get some new photos of them. I am hoping to be able to snag some close-ups & individual photos. The little gray one is going to be a fluffy butt. He has longer fur than the others. The little girl is the smallest but the has the most spunk.
Anyway, gonna keep it short. Hubby is watching a movie and I stole the computer when he went to the potty. hehehehe
New photos of Misty & the babies. They are all doing well. Babies eyes are almost completely open and they are crazy as little bed bugs. They all love love love tummy rubs. They are too cute & silly for words. They will be 14 days old tomorrow. Enjoy the pics. ^_^
What beautiful pictures!!! Misty is gorgeous and looks very happy, I can see the proud smile on her face. The babies are so precious :love: Could they possibly be any cuter?
You have done a wonderful job helping this new kitty family! Groucho and I thank you for caring enough to help Misty deliver her babies safely. Would you give Misty some lovies for me to celebrate her first Mother's Day? :love:
They are all beautiful. Is Misty solid grey?
Misty is beautiful and the kitties are adorable. Love the bat ears and the little pink tongues. :love:
Awwwwwwww... they are too cute for words!! Love the little pawsies and the pink tongues!!! And those tiny ears! Just too adorable! Misty is gorgeous!!!
Gentle pets and lovies to all of the kitties!!
Aww, little cuties and Misty is so pretty!:)
Mama is gorgeous and her babies are all so cute.:) I'm glad that everyone is doing well.:)
What a sweet family! I hope mommy cat gets t stay with you.
I am sorry that I almost missed this thread. I remember when Pouncette had her two babies at the Found Cat Hotel, and one little Baby had passed on.
I named her Pounceroo , nas laid her to rest under a bush in the back yard.
She was so tiny and gray and white like her Mamma Cat.
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God Bless Your Eternal Baby Awesome Angel, and Bless You for helping her Mamma, and her Siblings.:love::love::love: