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Originally Posted by Sunnie  iS SHE A FIRST TIME MOM? a lot of times first time moms need to be actually forced to stay with thier babies.. after her milk comes in better in 2 -3 days she will stay with him better. In the meantime you will need to sit with her and get that baby to nurse .. karo syrup on the tongue, then place him on mom. And if you can, use a recieving blanket to lightly cover the baby while he is nursing .. you MUST keep him warm or he will die. Chilled baby is the biggest killer of newborn babies.
Sonya |
Yes, this is her first litter. She is staying next to him now but as far as I can tell he still hasn't nursed. They are right here in the room with me and I feel it is hot in here. I don't know if he needs more heat or not. It doesn't seem so to me. Thanks, Sylvia