Is it normal for my cat to not move after giving birth to kittens?

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My cat was in early labour for about 15 hours, then had first kitten at 11am, second at 12.20 and third at 12.35, she has eaten but only because we have held the food there for her but she has not moved, is this normal and if so how long is normal? Thanks in advance. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 1 year old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

That is a very long time for a queen to be in labor, so she is likely very exhausted. keep her food and water near her and also her litter box. She should get up after a rest. She will also be very worried about her babies, and not want to leave them alone. Try not to handle the kittens as that may cause more stress to her. I would say by the evening she should get up for a little, to either drink or go to the litter box.

Is it normal for my cat to not move after giving birth to kittens?

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