What a beautiful thing to come home to….new life!
As you’ve been reading, I have been out of town for a few days in Chicago, visiting with my daughter Hailey. I’ve been checking in with my husband morning and evening to get the status on Daisy. As of Sunday morning, no “down there” changes for her and no babies.
When I got home, about 4pm, I loved on all the children, unpacked and then went out to see the goats with my son and husband.
There on the straw laid a beautiful little brown/black doe, with amniotic sac still around her. She couldn’t have been there more than 10 minutes or so. Daisy still appeared to be in labor and we were expecting two kids, so we camped out to wait.
Daisy was very comfortable with us all being there, as long as the children were still and quiet. She approached me several times, seeming to need to be pet and comforted.
The children all watched (and winced) as Daisy contracted and passed ‘unattractive’ things. I kept asking the children if they wanted to go and play and have me call them when “it” happened, but no one moved. They didn’t want to miss a thing.
I truly believe that these are the kinds of opportunities that are the best teachers. Nature teaches some of the best lessons.
The baby doe was up and around and began to nurse right away. Daisy continued to contract and we expected another kid.
Although we tried to keep Kirby and Mocha at bay, they were very curious and kept jumping on the children’s backs to see what was happening.
Daisy only passed her afterbirth so we had just one baby girl on April 10. I’ll be looking at the comments to see who guessed the closest!
Welcome “No Name” baby doe!
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She was waiting for her momma to come home before she had her baby! Congrats– so fun! I am glad the kids decided to stick it out and watch the magic.
Chris,
I think you’re right, my Dad said the same thing.
Hugs!
Oh Congrats! It’s so exciting and how fun for the kids to be able to be so involved. Yay for Daisy. Thanks for sharing this at the Homestead Barn Hop!
Jill,
I love the “Homestead Barn Hop”!
I am so glad that the kids are witnessing these things too!
Congratulations! I also wanted to comment on your Just Get ‘Em fed ebook. I love it. It’s funny, but we eat whole foods around here without even thinking about it. It is a frugal thing to do. It’s only lately that we’ve started buying prepackeged foods just because I’ve gotten the flu season-blahs. Will be trying some of your recipes. Thanks.
Catherine,
Thanks so much and I’m glad you like the eBook!
We all lapse into the “pre-packaged” stuff once in a while, like you mentioned sickness, etc. You’ll get back on track, go easy on yourself.
Oh how wonderful & what a great learning experience for your children! Enjoy this newest farmyard member!
Thank you, Renate! I appreciate your comment!
Wonderful! And another doe means more milk, eventually. Congratulations!
Danny,
Thank you and yep, milk is the plan!
I think that she should be called raisin for three reasons. One – she is swiveled and sweet like a raisin, two – you are raisin your kids and three – you are now raisin goats.
Kara, you made me laugh this morning! We have a few name ideas but are going to think about it for a bit.
Welcome baby girl!!! This is wonderful to read.
Glad your trip went well Kelly.
Blessings,
Cathy
Thank you, Cathy!!
She’s so pretty! Can’t wait to hear her name!
Carmen,
Thank you! We’re still thinking about a name…..to be revealed!
So sweet. We are getting goats this summer and are very excited. I love the pictures of your boys watching the event.
Hi MamaHen,
What kind of goats are you getting?
So cute!! I love the picture of the kids!! What faces!! Congrats!!
Kim, thank you!!
I love the pic of all the kids watching. Priceless!
Carolyn,
Isn’t it though?? LOL!
Goats are the best!!! What fun.
Brooke,
Absolutely! Thanks for commenting, I’m glad you’re here!
How exciting!! We’re having out first barnyard birth this summer and we can’t wait!
Quinn,
What sorts of animals do you have?? So much fun!
Congratulations! We had a does that looked like she could at least have 2, and she only gave us a little girl also! We named her Daisy!
Hey Eightmuddyboots,
Daisy is the perfect goat name, just something about it!
So cute I almost can’t stand it! I love her! I think Hyacinth would be a nice name for her, if you don’t already have a Hyacinth.
Hi lufmikidz!
I like Hyacinth! I will have to save that for another pet, the baby was named Brooklynne by the kids. Thanks for your comment and suggestion!
Congratulations, now I share my birthday with a doe I sort of know. Love it.
Hi Lot Elf,
LOL!! You and Brooklynne! That’s so great!
Hi Kelly, I’m catching up on Farm Friend Friday and stopped in to see your new goat. OMG the baby is just adorable! Got a big kick out of the kids and their reaction. So funny!
Karen,
Wasn’t that a hoot??!! I still laugh at those picture. And the baby??? Rotten as ever! The kids brought her inside for a couple of hours yesterday b/c of all the rain, kept her wrapped in towels. She (Brooklynne is her name) snuggled all that time like an infant. Yet, she’ll kick up her heals and play with the other babies too. Lots of fun, that’s for sure!