AWWW Gemini's 1st pic

[dab_20]

yep. I don't have a job, I am not old enough. and i can't baby sit because of hockey and school. I am pretty sure my dad will spay her after her kittens are weaned. How bout you babychicaleek?

[carole]

Well I sure hope so, pity he had not thought about it before they were brought into this world, but what is done is done,some people have this belief a cat becomes better natured after having kittens, not a good reason to let your cat become pregnant IMO. .

[dab_20]

well my dad really didn't want kittens at all. he just never listens to me

[babychicaleek]

well my cat gemini gave me the idea that she might have her kittens in the
bath tub (is that safe?)


also


i already have someone that is interested in having a baby kitty

[carole]

Well that is a start, at least one baby maybe has a good home, have you checked out these people, do you think they will be good pet owners and will agree to de-sex the baby when it it time?

[caseysmom]

I think the tub probably makes her feel secure, just make sure she has a lot of blankets to keep warm. Hopefully its not a tub you need to use.

[babychicaleek]

I'm giving up my room for Gemini and her kittens too
she deserves it its a way of saying sorry for being a bad mommy
tonight i'm going to prepare for her and kinda let her know its a good idea to have her kittens in my room my room is really safe i don't have that much stuff just a bed a few shelfs and a mirror which should be removed


i wanna know if thats a good idea your the cat experts

[moosmom]

That's a great idea!! She'll be less stressed when her babies are born. If you have a radio, play classical music when you're gone. She'll be fine. The more relaxed she is, the better her chances are.

She'll start to get restless, not eat much, mess her bed up (messing up the covers trying to get comfortable). When it's really close, she'll start panting and pushing. Just let her be. If she's on the bed, move her to a box on the floor. This way none of the babies can fall off the bed and get hurt. Talk softly to her and praise her on what a good girl she is. It lets her know that you're there for her. She'll clean each kitten up as they're born. It's normal for her to eat the umbilical chord and placenta of each kitten (sorry, I know it's gross). They should start nursing. It'll take up to 10 hours from start to finish.

Good luck kiddo. It's been a harsh reality. I do hope your Dad wises up. There's alot of good advice here that he should definitely listen to!!

[carole]

You are a good girl for wanting to help Gemini through this, Donna has given you great advice, hope all goes well and post some pics of mama and babies when you can.

P.S Don't be too hard on yourself and consider yourself a bad mommy, just a mis-informed one, you are trying to make amends and have Gemini's well-being as your top priority , that in itselfs shows you have learn't alot here and are growing towards becoming a very responsible pet owner and that is all good.