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Post by SuzieP on May 13, 2009 16:30:24 GMT -1
Just spoken to Linda! She's moved into the caravan because she's not quite happy to leave D alone tonight.
Not really many signs of labour, but D has been standing with her head on Linda's chest which she only does if she's stressed.
This is the question for breeders - the foal seems to be kicking a lot more, and the kicks are at the bottom of D's belly. Linda asks if this is significant in any way??
Sending loads of foalie thoughts to D......praying all goes well.
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Post by cadeby on May 13, 2009 17:23:46 GMT -1
Is this the first time Linda has seen these movements? It could simply be what is known as "Pre-Stage 1" where, in the final 3 weeks of pregnancy, the foal starts to make reflex movements - extending its head, neck and forelimbs, in preparation for the positional change it must make to correctly enter the birth canal. These movements cause the "flurries of activity" that most mare owners spot. They usually last about 10-15 minutes each time. The movements are uncomfortable for the mare - she's getting a kick in the colon or kidneys and a foalie head into her bladder  This could explain why D is in need of more love and assurance? You just need to check that she is still able to pee and poo normally. Many mares will get a bit colicky towards the latter stages, as the compression of the colon can cause a build-up of gas. I think you need to pay close attention now Linda, so moving into the caravan was a good choice! Are there any of the other classic changes - vulval length, slackening of the pelvic ligaments causing a hollow in the croup region, wax etc...? Good luck and try not to worry  |
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Post by SuzieP on May 13, 2009 17:28:45 GMT -1
Thanks Helen. D's bottom is "pointy" but no sign of vulval lengthening or waxing.
Will phone Linda and tell her about the kicking......
Gosh yes! I remember the feeling of baby head on bladder. My son was a massive baby and two weeks late and I swear he used my bladder for football heading practice in the last couple of weeks!
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Post by jap on May 13, 2009 17:28:55 GMT -1
linda has sent me pictures through the afternoon and the rump muscles have slackened noticibly,her vulva has not lenghthened noticibly but she took herself away from saturn and have been separated.im looking forward to a phonecall in the night and will speak with linda at dusk,
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Post by SuzieP on May 13, 2009 17:31:40 GMT -1
Have just spoken to Linda again. Now definite signs of softening around the tail.
LOL - we cross-posted Julie. I'm so glad you're there for Linda.....
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Post by cadeby on May 13, 2009 17:52:19 GMT -1
Don't rely on the waxing - many mares unfortunately don't give such a nice clear sign  From what Julie has said, it's all sounding good. Tell Linda we're all thinking of her  |
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Post by jap on May 13, 2009 19:23:08 GMT -1
now pouring with rain so cross your legs "D" for a few hours please.
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Post by harveydales on May 13, 2009 19:25:15 GMT -1
OMG think I will have to stay up tonight............
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Post by jap on May 13, 2009 19:26:30 GMT -1
think i might be staying on the phone all night lol
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Post by SuzieP on May 13, 2009 19:37:20 GMT -1
LOL - you might Julie! I don't think I'll be able to stay awake - but my mobile phone is fully charged and on LOUD!
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Post by zeldalithgow on May 13, 2009 19:38:50 GMT -1
Oooooooo  how exciting - sending lots of |
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Post by Rowndan on May 13, 2009 19:39:42 GMT -1
oh how exciting. please send linda my love im so excited for her
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Post by greydales on May 13, 2009 20:19:47 GMT -1
Hope Linda isn't kept waiting too long, and that all goes well! Whoever speaks to her next tell her we are all thinking of her and D |
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Post by taffydales on May 13, 2009 20:41:32 GMT -1
Oh this is soooo exciting, I really hope all goes well for D, and it stops blurdi raining!
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Post by harveydales on May 14, 2009 5:11:53 GMT -1
Any news?
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This could explain why D is in need of more love and assurance?
