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Oh wow! Yes, was she pushing?
catmammy2017
Oh no! I am so sorry to hear this, but you can do this! We will help you!
Do you have powdered formula and a tiny syringe?
Did the vet show you how to feed? How much? How often?
How much do the babies weigh?
When did they last eat?
You'll need to feed every 2 hours this first week to help get their weights up. Are you using a syringe or bottle?
Will you have any help, because they must eat through the night also.
Are they peeing and pooping? Is the pee clear?
The hot water bottle must be underneath a blanket. You may find purchasing a heating pad more convenient for the next 3 weeks.
Would one of your other cats be interested in snuggling with them and cleaning them?
I don't know if you saw my above post because we both posted at the same time so I'm quoting myself. I wanted you to see the part about feeding with a syringe.Part 2 - I think that is a girl but not positive.
A syringe will allow you to feed without the kittens suckling to get their weights up. They will learn to suckle, but it may take a couple of days. You'll know when they begin sucking on the syringe and drawing out the milk on their own.
Right now go slowly, drop by drop in the side of the mouth. Let the kitten swallow and breathe in between. Always feed tummy down, head up - never on the back.
I don't know if you saw my above post because we both posted at the same time so I'm quoting myself. I wanted you to see the part about feeding with a syringe.
Yellow pee is concentrated and means they are dehydrated. You can mix the formula with clear pedialyte instead of water to get electrolytes back into their systems. Pee should be clear once they are hydrated.
eYou should be able to purchase an electrolyte solution from a pharmacy. Give them a call first to see if they have it.
Here in the states it is called Pedialyte, and is available on the baby aisle.