I went out at 10pm to check everyone before laying down and found Sonya in labor. I went ahead and checked on everyone else to make sure they were warm and okay. Grabbed the birthing kit, diaper bag, a heavier coat, a blanket and headed back to the maternity house. I wrapped up in the blanket and just sat back in the corner. Contractions weren't that close so I waited. I had to laugh as I watched DiDi and Sonya. They are like sisters and have to stay together no matter what. 
When I would check Sonya to see how things were going DiDi would stick her head around to watch. She would then look at me as if she was waiting for me to tell her how things were moving along. I just sat and took pictures of DiDi being Sonya's Lamaze coach. DiDi did get kinda tired a couple times and snoozed a little. 
When Sonya got into the heavy labor and nothing was happening I gloved up and checked. I knew then we were in big trouble.
But God was watching over us and she and the babies are doing well. I didn't take any photos during that terrifying delivery and only a few afterwards. Will take more later today.
The kids are still very tired from the delivery. The boys only stand up for a few seconds then fall down. The girl will stand for a while and walk a little. Each time they nurse you can see them getting stronger. I have 2 heat lights out there and they are in their sweaters. They also have a blanket with a hot water bottle keeping them warm. I put my hair dryer on low and warmed them up after they nursed. They snuggled down and went right to sleep. I will take better photos once they rest up. I did take the sweater off the second buckling so you could see him better. The picture still didn't show his beautiful markings very well. I will get a better one once his legs are stronger. Now I have a few things to do then I am taking a nap. I hope DiDi will wait a day or two so it will warm up and I can get the birthing kit restocked.
When I would check Sonya to see how things were going DiDi would stick her head around to watch. She would then look at me as if she was waiting for me to tell her how things were moving along. I just sat and took pictures of DiDi being Sonya's Lamaze coach. DiDi did get kinda tired a couple times and snoozed a little. When Sonya got into the heavy labor and nothing was happening I gloved up and checked. I knew then we were in big trouble. But God was watching over us and she and the babies are doing well. I didn't take any photos during that terrifying delivery and only a few afterwards. Will take more later today.The kids are still very tired from the delivery. The boys only stand up for a few seconds then fall down. The girl will stand for a while and walk a little. Each time they nurse you can see them getting stronger. I have 2 heat lights out there and they are in their sweaters. They also have a blanket with a hot water bottle keeping them warm. I put my hair dryer on low and warmed them up after they nursed. They snuggled down and went right to sleep. I will take better photos once they rest up. I did take the sweater off the second buckling so you could see him better. The picture still didn't show his beautiful markings very well. I will get a better one once his legs are stronger. Now I have a few things to do then I am taking a nap. I hope DiDi will wait a day or two so it will warm up and I can get the birthing kit restocked.
35 comments:
Jumping jackrabbits, you had a busy baby day! Wow! I"m so happy everything turned out wonderfully. Buckling #2 is so beautiful! Congrats again on all the blessed Hidden Haven babies this week. What a wonderful week. Now you REST! LOL
They are gorgeous! I am so glad to hear them and their beautiful mother is OK. I can imagine the frustration you must have felt when you were helping, but you sure did a good job, they are very lucky to have you as an owner. I just love the pictures of Didi with her, sister goats and mother/daughter pairs can really be bonded and close. That is the case in my herd too. If you catch them sleeping you can tell whose mother is whose, and who is family to each other, even with goats that are several years old, because they sleep in family groups together.
You are one heck of a woman!!! They don't make "your kind" anymore!
Cath
Look at the girl smiling in the picture:) Will all the babies soon be playing with each other. When you get time can you post on how they all will interact, (moms, dads and kids)
Im glad everyone is doing good. That bond between DiDi and Sonya is so sweet. It blows me away to see how human like animals can be.
Congrats!
I am so impressed, I do not know if I would know what to do if there was trouble in the birth canal.
Two years ago we had trouble with a cow, but Terry got it turned and had helped the little girl out by the time I got there. I was sort of glad, but I would have done whatever I needed too.
That baby is beautiful, heck they all are.
Linda
They are all beautiful. I'm thankful that everyone is fine. A lot to be thankful for today. Hope you rest well.
I loved that Didi stayed with Sonya giving her support. They are all so beautiful. You are a good mama. Helen
I know how a night like that is. On eof my girls had triplets last year and they got tangled long night but everybody did fine! Its is scary though!! Glad everything worked out and they are Beautiful!!
Take a long nap, you earned it!
Congrats!!!!! Goodness what a busy day. The babies are beautiful.
Have as long a nap as your animals will allow! You've certainly earned it!!
Gorgeous...I'm very happy for ya'lls success!
Love, Jess
Oh Peggy! I could never do what you do! I've delivered kittens, but baby goats...that's a whole 'nother story! Glad everyone is doing well...Debbie
Omigosh, sis, three more babies have been added? You really do have a full maternity ward going on there! lol Thank God you were there to help out Sonya, poor thing, she must be exhausted. The doeling and two bucklings are just gorgeous!! Hopefully Didi will let you have a good night's rest before keeping you awake! lol Love you sis. xoxo
Good job! I know it is so hard when something goes wrong. I tend to panic a bit. ;-)
They are LOVELY all your kids are so cute! A set of triplet girls is pretty nice. :)
Peggy
What an incredible miracle. I am glad I found your blog. How neat to get to share in this. Thank you so much. You are a blessing to me.
Roberta Anne
Peggy, they are just so beautiful.. That buckling is so handsome..
Hope you got some rest today. I'm sure you are exhausted!!!! Prayers and Hugs!!
I'm anxiously waiting to see what these three will be named.. Since the births were harder, I'm sure they feel especially special..
Thanks for sharing your new kids!!
Hugs,
Betsy
Congrats!! Handsome or Prince charming or whatever you are going to name that little Fabio is very very pretty! Name them SOON though--poor little "I-thought-he-was-dead" will get a complex LOL
I actually like Sonya's markings the best ;) I do hope you are sleeping instead of checking these comments too often!
Aw, look at those blue eyes! Peggy, you're now wearing the Florence Nightingale/St. Assisi. Congrats on a healthy delivery. xo
Oh - what a wonderful story. Good job and congrats, Sonya-goat! I just love DiDi's unwavering support - Everyone needs a friend like that, you know?
And good job to you, Peggy....stay strong! :-)
Peggy,
I'm sorry that Sonya had such a difficult time birthing. You must be exhausted.
Praise God for prayers answered. I love the little buckling. Wish I had a place for one just like him. He's a darling.
Keeping you, the goats and kids in my prayers. You get some rest before more kids are welcomed into your world.
Blessings,
Mary
Hi Peggy, I found you through Juli's blog. What fantastic pictures and what a night you had. The goats big and little are just the most beautiful creatures.
Oh My Gosh, Thank you for sharing such precious moments. How special that Didi comforted her sister. Do you make the sweaters for the babies? I have noticed here locally that many babies are showing up in the pastures. You are such a good caretaker with the blowdryer, blankets and hot water bottle. Bless you!
I think this post should have been titled "Peggy's Unforgettable Night"... :) Glad everything went ok, I bet you are exhausted!
You know I wasn't just saying that, you truly are one of my greatest heroes
((((((((((Peggy)))))))))))))
I nominate you as the goat midwife of the year!
Wow!! You have a load of new babies..how special. i have not been around for awhile. Need to get back to visiting more..Take care and rest!!
Oh Peggy, I am just now having my first chance to read everyone's blog (I was away last week on business). My heart goes out to you. I hope by the time you read my message you are rested as well as the mom and babies! Thank Goodness you were there for her, I think God meant for her to be on the Haven to strengthen you and her.
Congrads again on the babies.
I'm glad everything went okay. I bet it's heartbreakin' when you lose one. Those babies are just precious. I wish I could be at your place in a couple of weeks. You'll have babies jumpin' around all over the place!
Beautiful little ones! What a terrfying night for you! So glad that all is well.
All your babies are so sweet. They look so cute in their little sweaters! I love how Didi stuck right by Sonya through the ordeal--sounds like you had a harrowing time of it. Glad everything turned out well!
~Jenny~
What beautiful kids! And Sonya is just gorgeous - love all the spots. Congratulations on all the new little ones.
Just a thought on tangled babies...I didn't learn this until about 8 years of raising goats and sheep. If you make sure your critters get plenty of excersise, you rairly get tangled twins (or triplets:). We have been careful not to close up to early the last several years and have had much smoother kiddings.
You probably all ready know that, but I sure whish we could have heard it sooner. It's a very stressful thing to sort out babies inside their mom when they want to come out!
Thanks,
Bethany-
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