Maybe a live trap with a Feliway scented rag in it...that's supposed to be the 'friendly' face pheromone, right?

Or some really stinky tuna!

I hope you can get Mom! Maybe you could borrow a large dog cage for her and the babies, cover the floor with towels, and COVER the cage so she feels protected.

God bless your hubby! I hope he feels better soon...are you rubbing some soothing lotion into his owies?