Took in a queen, have no background on her so Im blindsided by when she will give birth. HELP?!?

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So still no kittens :( she is grunting with each breath... And very sleepy. Today I actually saw the kittens moving a lot in her stomach. You could tell she was uncomfortable.. Typically how long after they get in position for birth are they born? This waiting game is terrible. No milk yet.. Her nipples are also very dry. Could that be a reason for no milk? I'm almost positive she will have her babies tommorow or the next day but you never know....
 

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Some cats don't get milk until after delivery. If her nipples are dry you can put some olive oil on them.
 

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Be patient! It sounds like she is getting very close. Do oil her nipples. It will help. [emoji]128522[/emoji]
 
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I hope so!!! Some times she acts very strange and other times she's normal. I'm ready for them though it's so exciting! And what kind of oil? Would olive oil work??
 
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Edit: I did not see talkingpeanut's comment. Thanks for the advice [emoji]128077[/emoji][emoji]127997[/emoji]
 
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Her nipples are so much better!! I was shocked at how much white residue came off of them. Still no babies.. She has migrated from her pallet to my car floor mat that is in her room [emoji]128514[/emoji] Is it normal for her to still have not given birth even though her plug came out Sunday night?
 
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Latest update she has been meowing ALL DAY LONG. Wanting me by her, and her nipples are producing a clear liquid as of now. She's very antsy and wants a lot of affection. I have a feeling labor is coming.
 
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Thankyou!! I'm nervous. She is too. She will not relax unless I'm rubbing her belly.. I will post pictures soon.
 
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Water is broken!!
 
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I'm not sure how long after it breaks kittens come she is meowing constantly and cleaning herself
 
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Awesome. I got up to go get a tissue and she followed me while she was having them but I'm allergic to cats so allergies are real [emoji]128553[/emoji]
 
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She is calm now with a meow her and there breathing rapidly and licking occasionally her bottom is soaked
 

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