Momma cat wont eat/ drink after delivering kittens!

[Kittylover2016]

Hello, my cat had a litter of kittens two nights ago. One of the kittens died but the rest are active and seem to be nursing well. But I am worried because mom has not ate or drank since delivering. She just lays around. I know she must be exhausted having 7 kittens. But should I be worried is this normal?

[Lilith]

Hi there and welcome. No, this isn't normal at all, and you should get help from a vet asap. Sorry to have to tell you this on a Sunday, but worst case scenario could be an infection.

Hope all goes well with her, please keep us updated and all the best.

[Crewella]

I agree, please get her to a vet a.s.a.p. - good luck.

[Kittylover2016]

Thank you. I took her to the vet. She had a retained placenta. They were able to get her to pass it. And gave me antibiotics for her to help treat a possible infection. She seems to be doing better and kittens are doing great!

[Lilith]

Aww thank goodness! I've been thinking about your girl all day!

So very glad it's nothing worse and hope she goes from strength to strength now, give her a love from me and please let us know how she goes on, all the best

[Crewella]

Great news, thanks for letting us know. I wish her and the kits well.