I had to put the babies outside b/c I've recently moved back in with my parents and they'll only allow one cat inside, but they LOVE being out there. I live on a farm, so they have PLENTY of room to run around. They eat really well, I feed them a lot, and give them plenty of water. I've tried letting her see them and she freaks out on them. She smacks them and hisses at them. It scares the poor kids. Since I wrote the last post however, which was only hours ago, she's actually perked up a bit. It's weird, she's getting in my lap and being so lovey & she's never been a loveable cat. Ever. It makes me wonder if the kittens made her jealous. I am planning on keeping the kittens by the way, they're just staying outside for a few months, until I get back on my feet. Thanks for the advice, I know the vet in my town doesn't do payment plans, it's posted on the door, lol, but I'll call around and try to find one that does. Thanks again.