Congratulations lowviscosity on your large litter! It sounds like you did a great job helping mom with the reading you've done, asking questions, and following the good advice given. We will all be very anxious (when you find the time) to see pictures of the new family members.
I'd also like to take this opportunity to give a

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to everyone who posted their helpful & pleasant suggestions for the OP. I've read through this entire thread and was so pleased at all of the "positive posts"! Way to go!