cat in labour - but seems to have stopped

[charliebubs]

Hi all,

My cat went into labour about 2.5 hours ago, her waters broke and she had some contractions. There was some bloody discharge too. However, since that there seems to have been nothing further. She has used the litter tray and seems to be content just curling up, sleeping.

Is this normal!?!?!?!

thanks,
Charlie
:D

[Donna]

I hope Smudgley is around..... she might be able to help.

[smudgley]

How strong were the contractions?
How many contractions?
Was there a kitten to be seen / felt at the vulva?
Has she had a litter before?
Is she panting?
Does she have any vaginal discharge?
How much fluid has she lost?

[charliebubs]

I'm not really sure - I haven't had a pregnant cat before!
The contractions seemed quite strong and she was panting for a bit.
There was a lot of fluid when her waters broke and some brown-ish/pink discharge.
I couldn't see a kitten and haven't felt her, as I didn't want to interrupt.
She seems okay in herself, there is no straining now and she doesn't appear to be in any pain - it's like she's just taking a break - but it's been for over an hour now.

[charliebubs]

Ohhh - forgot to say that I think this is her first litter (she is a rescue cat) but she does have small nipples that don't look like she's nursed before.

Please help!!

[Kazz]

Phone your vet, and tell them what you've said here they'll advise.

[dandysmom]

Or an emergency vet if there's one and yours isn't available...I've never had a pregnant cat so can't offer any advuce....hope she's OK!!

[charliebubs]

Am on the phone to emergency vets now.

[smudgley]

http://www.mismatch.co.uk/kittening.htm

[dandysmom]

Please let us know how she's doing, Charlie!!!

[samwise]

Hope all is well!

[Mags]

I don't know much about kittening either but I hope all goes well for you Charlie....please keep us posted..

[Moli]

Hope things are going ok, let us know please...

[Kazz]

Yes please let us know.

[charliebubs]

Thanks for the link Smudgley and for the comments everyone. I spoke to the vet and she said that everything sounds normal, the cat is not in any distress and is not straining any more, so probably just having a long labour. I'm keeping an eye on her now and the vet asked me to call back in an hour and let them know how she's doing.
She seems completely laid back - I think I'm more nervous than her!!
Will let you know when the pitter patter of little paws can be heard!!! lol

thanks
C

[dandysmom]

I gather these are your first kittens! Whats mum's name? Wonder how many you'll have...

[Mags]

We'll be thinking of you Charlie...hope all goes well!

[charliebubs]

It is the first litter I've had at home!!!! Her name is Abi. She's really sweet!! :)

[Moli]

We are all with you Charlie......Looking forward to the patter of little paws!

[Mags]

........... and Welcome to Catsey by the way!! With all the excitement we for got to welcome you to the site!:D

[Kazz]

Try and remain calm. Update us though. Someone is always here

[Elaine]

Hope all goes well with Abi and the kitts. Good to see you here Charlie, if you get a minute please do introduce yourself. Hope to catch up with you soon.

[tilly]

Hope all is well with you the mother and the kitten
take care and let us know how is goes.
Sally

[smudgley]

Hope the cat is doing ok.

[Kazz]

Hope the cat is doing ok.
I just logged back on to see if there was any news too Smudgley.
But hope all is well.

[dandysmom]

Is this the first time "we've" had kittens on Catsey?

[smudgley]

Hows things this morning?

[Elaine]

I hope all is well Charlie xxx

[alexgirl73]

Desperatley awaiting news here!

[Sweet]

Just catching up..........

Now I am all excited too :lol: cannot wait for more news.

Oh! and welcome to Catsey x

[Mags]

Hi Charlie........... how is Abi, have the kittens arrived ?

[Kim]

Hope everything is okay. Was she pregnant when you adopted her?

[samwise]

Hope all is well!!

[Elaine]

Hope everything is okay. Was she pregnant when you adopted her?

Yes she was. Charlie works at Woodgreen and fostered Abi about two weeks ago.

[Naomi]

Not many people would take on a preganant cat. Well done Charlie!

Hope everything is okay