Found -Jenny- first baby gray squirrel

[Covel3]

Friday I found a 4-5 week old baby eastern gray squirrel on the side of the road. I've been feeding Jenny Esbilac with whipping cream. She just learned how to curl her tail today and weighs 114 grams. I fed her 6-7ml 5x a day the first 2 days, now I'm feeding her 9ml 5x a day. I have fox valley nutrition's squirrel formula on the way.

[redwuff]

Welcome to TSB :dance

Has your baby opened her eyes yet? Thank you for saving this little girl!

What are you using to feed her with? You feeding amount sounds high but as long as she does not break out with diarrhea, it should be ok. We usually feed between 5-7% of body wt.

Sounds like you have done this before or done some research. Ask any questions you have.

[Covel3]

Jenny is my first baby squirrel. I'm trying to figure out her age and how much time I should be interacting with her as she is a single baby. She just today was able to curl her tail for the first time. She has bottom teeth and maybe just nubs of top teeth. She weighed 114 grams when I found her Friday. Can some one give me some suggestions? I tried to add pictures, but I'm not sure if it worked.

[Covel3]

Welcome to TSB :dance

Has your baby opened her eyes yet? Thank you for saving this little girl!

What are you using to feed her with? You feeding amount sounds high but as long as she does not break out with diarrhea, it should be ok. We usually feed between 5-7% of body wt.

Sounds like you have done this before or done some research. Ask any questions you have.

She is my first one, but I have done some reasearch. The first time a gave her pedialite she threw up a little milk, so I don't think she had been alone for too long. She has her eyes open and just curled her tail for the first time today. She weighs 114 grams. I've been feeding her with a 3ml syringe. I was afraid I was under feeding her, so I'm glad that isn't the case!

[Mel1959]

She is precious! She looks like a fox squirrel, which are bigger. My guess is that she's probably about 6 weeks old since her eyes are open. Eyes open at 5 wks.

What are you feeding? How often?
We follow a 5-7% rule for feeding, meaning that she should take about 5-7% of her weight in formula at each feeding. So if she weighs 114gr then she should be eating 5.7ml to 7.98ml at each feeding.
Is she in a plastic tub with a heating pad set on low under half of the tub?
Are you stimulating her to pee and poop?
Does she have some fleece or t shirts to snuggle in? No towels their toe nails can get caught

[Covel3]

She is precious! She looks like a fox squirrel, which are bigger. My guess is that she's probably about 6 weeks old since her eyes are open. Eyes open at 5 wks.

What are you feeding? How often?
We follow a 5-7% rule for feeding, meaning that she should take about 5-7% of her weight in formula at each feeding. So if she weighs 114gr then she should be eating 5.7ml to 7.98ml at each feeding.
Is she in a plastic tub with a heating pad set on low under half of the tub?
Are you stimulating her to pee and poop?
Does she have some fleece or t shirts to snuggle in? No towels their toe nails can get caught

Thank you! I am feeding her Esbilac with whipping cream. I fed 5x a day (3.5 hours apart) for the first 2 days, now I'm switching to 4x (4 hours apart). Should I stick with the 5x? I've been giving her 6ml and it's been hard to get her to finish, but last time I fed her she took 9ml. I'll make sure she doesn't get more than 7.98 now. I was afraid she was being under fed, as she lost a gram yesterday. Maybe it was the time a weighed her. I have her I a glass tank with a cardboard box with some old t-shirts and a rice sock in it that I heat every few hours.

[Nancy in New York]

Jenny is my first baby squirrel. I'm trying to figure out her age and how much time I should be interacting with her as she is a single baby. She just today was able to curl her tail for the first time. She has bottom teeth and maybe just nubs of top teeth. She weighed 114 grams when I found her Friday. Can some one give me some suggestions? I tried to add pictures, but I'm not sure if it worked.

Here's an excellent link.
It's 6 pages long (quick reading) with an arrow at the top right corner for the next page.
http://www.henryspets.com/baby-squirrel-care/
Interact as much as you want to at this age. They need to feel love, and companionship,
they get that from their mom and siblings. You couldn't pry me away from this one.
Just remember to not allow any other pets to see her. They will have no fear of animals when they
are released.
Your pictures worked just perfectly..........and your little one is ADORABLE! :klunk

[stepnstone]

At 114 grams 5-7% would come between 5.7cc - 7.9cc.
Should be feeding 4 x per day, 5 x is a bit much at this age
and may not not give her time to properly digest her formula.

Are you feeding the powered Esbilac puppy formula with pre and pro biotics
mixed 2 - 1?
Are you stimulating to pee and poo after each feeding?

Here is a link with info that can be a huge help.
It's 6 pages long with the next button on the top right corner.
http://www.henryspets.com/baby-squirrel-care/

https://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=286747&stc=1

[Covel3]

At 114 grams 5-7% would come between 5.7cc - 7.9cc.
Should be feeding 4 x per day, 5 x is a bit much at this age
and may not not give her time to properly digest her formula.

Are you feeding the powered Esbilac puppy formula with pre and pro biotics
mixed 2 - 1?
Are you stimulating to pee and poo after each feeding?

Here is a link with info that can be a huge help.
It's 6 pages long with the next button on the top right corner.
http://www.henryspets.com/baby-squirrel-care/

https://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=286747&stc=1



Ok. Thanks, I'll stick to the 4x then. I'm feeding liquid Esbilac, but have fox valley 20/50 squirrel formula on the way. It will be here the 7th. I am stimulating her after each feeding

[Nancy in New York]

Ok. Thanks, I'll stick to the 4x then. I'm feeding liquid Esbilac, but have fox valley 20/50 squirrel formula on the way. It will be here the 7th. I am stimulating her after each feeding

Oh no the liquid Esbilac is NOT good.
Can you get some powder like that can that stepnstone posted?
When you get the FV20/50 you can still use the powder by mixing it half and half.
We will explain that when you get your Fox Valley.

[Covel3]

Oh no the liquid Esbilac is NOT good.
Can you get some powder like that can that stepnstone posted?
When you get the FV20/50 you can still use the powder by mixing it half and half.
We will explain that when you get your Fox Valley.

Ok. I think I can get some. About how many ounces of powder will I need until she is weaned? So I have an idea of how much to get.

[stepnstone]

Ok. I think I can get some. About how many ounces of powder will I need until she is weaned? So I have an idea of how much to get.
I think there is only a couple sizes cans of the powered sold in ounces.
As Nancy suggested you can still use it with the FV as many do here.
You need to get her off the liquid asap! It's not the same, not good for
them at all and their little systems can not process it. Besides causing
extreme diarrhea eventually it really messes up their gut flora. Some
have even lost their babies being on it.

[Nancy in New York]

Ok. I think I can get some. About how many ounces of powder will I need until she is weaned? So I have an idea of how much to get.

Geez that's a tough one. I can't remember the last time I had a single squirrel.
Typically we keep them on formula as long as they will take it.
You can keep the can in the freezer and it will last longer if you have too much.
You know that once a squirrel finds you, another one will follow somewhere down the line. :)
Formula by far the BEST insurance again Metabolic Bone Disease.
I've had some still take it at 6 months. The rehabber I took them to
for release had to put warm bowls of formula in their cages at 6+ months old. :)

[stepnstone]

Also need to add...
We do not recommend (our) weaning. We let the babies wean themselves
when their ready. Their formula is your assurance against MBD, after that your assurance is a good
quality rodent block which she should be introduced to now that her eyes are open. She may not be
ready to eat block but she will nibble at it and it gets them associated to it as food. Block is the first
and only solid food you want your baby introduced to, eating it and eating it well before other solid
foods are introduced.

[Covel3]

I think there is only a couple sizes cans of the powered sold in ounces.
As Nancy suggested you can still use it with the FV as many do here.
You need to get her off the liquid asap! It's not the same, not good for
them at all and their little systems can not process it. Besides causing
extreme diarrhea eventually it really messes up their gut flora. Some
have even lost their babies being on it.

I just got home with the powder!

[Covel3]

Also need to add...
We do not recommend (our) weaning. We let the babies wean themselves
when their ready. Their formula is your assurance against MBD, after that your assurance is a good
quality rodent block which she should be introduced to now that her eyes are open. She may not be
ready to eat block but she will nibble at it and it gets them associated to it as food. Block is the first
and only solid food you want your baby introduced to, eating it and eating it well before other solid
foods are introduced.

I've put Kaytee rodent block in her tank, and she's been chewing on it already

[Nancy in New York]

I just got home with the powder!

WOW that was fast! :w00t
OK you should make this up ahead of time.
Take 1 part powdered puppy esbilac and 2 parts HOT water.
Whisk this together really well. Let it sit for a few minute out, then
whisk again. Put that in the refrig and let it "rest" for 6 hours so that
all of the powder is absorbed. Whish again really well before feeding,
and draw UP from the bottom of the container so that you don't draw up
any bubbles/air into the syringe.
Many people will mix this, let it sit in the refrig. and then whisk again, and
pour into ice cube trays. This way the formula is already made and the night
before just take out and thaw in the refrig. ~ the correct amount for the following day.
IF you run short, you can always defrost in the microwave on LOW setting.

[Nancy in New York]

The absolute best blocks to get are the Henry Healthy Blocks.
Many suggest the high protein blocks, but mine only eat the picky ones.
The shipping is only $5.99 for everything you buy, so stock up on supplies if
you need them. :w00t

http://www.henryspets.com/squirrel-diet/

[Covel3]

WOW that was fast! :w00t
OK you should make this up ahead of time.
Take 1 part powdered puppy esbilac and 2 parts HOT water.
Whisk this together really well. Let it sit for a few minute out, then
whisk again. Put that in the refrig and let it "rest" for 6 hours so that
all of the powder is absorbed. Whish again really well before feeding,
and draw UP from the bottom of the container so that you don't draw up
any bubbles/air into the syringe.
Many people will mix this, let it sit in the refrig. and then whisk again, and
pour into ice cube trays. This way the formula is already made and the night
before just take out and thaw in the refrig. ~ the correct amount for the following day.
IF you run short, you can always defrost in the microwave on LOW setting.
Ok. So for her 7:30 feeding tonight is it ok to give her the formula I mixed up 30 min ago? I already threw out what I had thawed of the liquid I had been feeding her.

[Covel3]

Does she look bloated? She drank 9ml at 3:00 and I wasn't aware it was too much at that point.

[Nancy in New York]

Ok. So for her 7:30 feeding tonight is it ok to give her the formula I mixed up 30 min ago? I already threw out what I had thawed of the liquid I had been feeding her.

Oh sure some do it that way.
It's just better when you let it sit, but it's fine for tonight.

[Nancy in New York]

Does she look bloated? She drank 9ml at 3:00 and I wasn't aware it was too much at that point.

Well she is perfection for sure.:klunk
Is her tummy hard or does it feel like an inflated balloon?
It doesn't look bloated to me.

[Covel3]

Well she is perfection for sure.:klunk
Is her tummy hard or does it feel like an inflated balloon?
It doesn't look bloated to me.

It's like a very squishy balloon. Thank you so much for your help! I'm so glad I found The Squirrel Board!

[Nancy in New York]

Here's a great link to read about the rule of thumb.
I suggest that for now you stay within the guidelines until
you get a better feel for her.
If you increase, go slowly so that she doesn't bloat.
How was she handling the 9 mLs?

At her weight and according to the "rule of thumb" she could be taking 8 mLs of formula
if you fed the 7% so I think you are doing fantastic!
I think that since you're cutting her back to only 4 feedings this will work out well.

https://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?53433-Let-s-Discuss-the-5-7-Formula-Rule&highlight=rule+of+thumb

[Nancy in New York]

It's like a very squishy balloon. Thank you so much for your help! I'm so glad I found The Squirrel Board!

Squishy is really good.
I'm thrilled that you found us too! :hug

[Covel3]

Here's a great link to read about the rule of thumb.
I suggest that for now you stay within the guidelines until
you get a better feel for her.
If you increase, go slowly so that she doesn't bloat.
How was she handling the 9 mLs?

At her weight and according to the "rule of thumb" she could be taking 8 mLs of formula
if you fed the 7% so I think you are doing fantastic!
I think that since you're cutting her back to only 4 feedings this will work out well.

https://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?53433-Let-s-Discuss-the-5-7-Formula-Rule&highlight=rule+of+thumb

Thank you, that link cleared up a lot! She sucked the 9ml right down, but sometimes just getting 5-6ml into her is a struggle.

[Nancy in New York]

Thank you, that link cleared up a lot! She sucked the 9ml right down, but sometimes just getting 5-6ml into her is a struggle.

When you go down to 4 feedings it probably won't be a stuggle anymore. :)
Glad the link helped.

[stepnstone]

Does she look bloated? She drank 9ml at 3:00 and I wasn't aware it was too much at that point.

Not necessarily but she does look like she has a full belly,
just make sure it's down before her next feeding.
...And good Lord her coloring is beautiful! :Love_Icon

[Covel3]

2 more questions.
#1. Jenny tried to bite me for the first time tonight while I was stimulating her to urinate. Is there anything I should know about squirrel bites?
#2. I found a little maggot sized brownish wormy thing in her bedding. I looked her over and I can't find anything on her, but I have seen her scratching. Should I be worried about that? It did not look like an intestinal worm.

[Mel1959]

I just got home with the powder!


2 more questions.
#1. Jenny tried to bite me for the first time tonight while I was stimulating her to urinate. Is there anything I should know about squirrel bites?
#2. I found a little maggot sized brownish wormy thing in her bedding. I looked her over and I can't find anything on her, but I have seen her scratching. Should I be worried about that? It did not look like an intestinal worm.

Squirrels are not a vector for rabies so you don't need to worry about that. I don't know how hard she will bite since she's still young. But be on alert....the bites do hurt.

I'm not sure what the worm might be. Make sure you look in her ears to be sure she doesn't have any maggots on her. If you find anything you will need to remove them ASAP.

[stepnstone]

2 more questions.
#1. Jenny tried to bite me for the first time tonight while I was stimulating her to urinate. Is there anything I should know about squirrel bites?
#2. I found a little maggot sized brownish wormy thing in her bedding. I looked her over and I can't find anything on her, but I have seen her scratching. Should I be worried about that? It did not look like an intestinal worm.

She really can't hurt you at this age but no you don't have to concern yourself over a squirrel bite
outside the fact depending on age of squirrel and the bite they can hurt. Clean it up like any other
cut you might get and you'd be fine. They will at some point like to nibble on your skin, it's scary to
some people at first but they all do it and they don't hurt you, it's like they are removing dry skin. :dono

Squirrel fleas and cat/dog fleas are different, considering it must have been dead/dried up could it have
looked similar to pic below?
https://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=286769&stc=1

[Covel3]

Squirrels are not a vector for rabies so you don't need to worry about that. I don't know how hard she will bite since she's still young. But be on alert....the bites do hurt.

I'm not sure what the worm might be. Make sure you look in her ears to be sure she doesn't have any maggots on her. If you find anything you will need to remove them ASAP.

Thank you! Rabies is particularly what I was worried about. Her teeth are still too little to do much damage yet, but it got me thinking! I checked her ears and they look clean and empty.

[Covel3]

She really can't hurt you at this age but no you don't have to concern yourself over a squirrel bite
outside the fact depending on age of squirrel and the bite they can hurt. Clean it up like any other
cut you might get and you'd be fine. They will at some point like to nibble on your skin, it's scary to
some people at first but they all do it and they don't hurt you, it's like they are removing dry skin. :dono

Squirrel fleas and cat/dog fleas are different, considering it must have been dead/dried up could it have
looked similar to pic below?
https://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=286769&stc=1

Thank you! I'm glad there is nothing to worry about being bitten. She didn't break my skin, but is was worrisome! The worm was very much alive and didn't seem to have any legs and was much fatter and shorter than the picture

[stepnstone]

Thank you! I'm glad there is nothing to worry about being bitten. She didn't break my skin, but is was worrisome! The worm was very much alive and didn't seem to have any legs and was much fatter and shorter than the picture
The flea pic is exaggerated, they are only 1/8th to 3/16" if that.
They can't jump and basically "swim" through the fur.

Wormy, fatter and shorter can be concerning, if it were a maggot
it would be unusual to just see or have one. I'd keep a close check
on her bedding to see if you find any others and make sure you have
examined her closely for any cuts or scabby areas. Keep a check on
her poop's too. If you see another try to get a picture.
In the meantime you can wipe her down with a damp cloth with a little
liquid dawn unscented dish soap included, that will kill any fleas if she
were to have any. Maggots would be another issue and we can cross
that bridge when and if necessary.

[Covel3]

Update on Jenny
She's doing well, consistently drinking 8ml of formula, but doesn't seem to be gaining weight. She's a lot more active, scampers and climbs all over the place. How long will she need heat for?

[lennysmom]

Update on Jenny
She's doing well, consistently drinking 8ml of formula, but doesn't seem to be gaining weight. She's a lot more active, scampers and climbs all over the place. How long will she need heat for?

I usually keep the heat available on one side of the bin they are in - that way if they get too hot, they can move off of the heat source. When I see a little one consistently moving away from the heat source, it is usually a good indication that it is no longer needed. So glad to hear that little cutie is doing well!:Love_Icon

[Mel1959]

As she grows you can increase her formula intake to above the 7% a little at a time, if she still seems hungry. You want to watch her belly and be sure it doesn't get hard. Some days she may not gain any weight and then another day she will gain several grams. You want to be sure she's not losing weight, though.

I believe you mentioned that you have ordered the Fox Valley 20/50? Did you also order some Henrys hi-protein blocks? Or another good quality rodent block? That is the first solid food you will want to offer her. You want her to be eating her blocks really well before you introduce any veggies. She will probably just gnaw at the block initially, but will eventually start to eat it. You can introduce the block in a couple of weeks.

[Covel3]

As she grows you can increase her formula intake to above the 7% a little at a time, if she still seems hungry. You want to watch her belly and be sure it doesn't get hard. Some days she may not gain any weight and then another day she will gain several grams. You want to be sure she's not losing weight, though.

I believe you mentioned that you have ordered the Fox Valley 20/50? Did you also order some Henrys hi-protein blocks? Or another good quality rodent block? That is the first solid food you will want to offer her. You want her to be eating her blocks really well before you introduce any veggies. She will probably just gnaw at the block initially, but will eventually start to eat it. You can introduce the block in a couple of weeks.
I have some Kaytee rodent blocks in which her. She's been playing with them and nibbling them a little bit. I ended up not being able to get the FV 20/50 :(

[Mel1959]

Are you seeing a weight gain? As she gets older she can use the additional fat that the Fox Valley20/50 provides. This is why many folks on here mix Fox Valley and Esbilac in a 50/50 combination.

Also, a lot of people give the Henrys Healthy blocks to their squirrels because they only need two a day, with assorted veggies to provide complete nutrition. They are ordered online from Henrys Healthy Pets. Henrys also sells the Fox Valley formula and the Ultraboost which provides extra fat and calories if your little isn't gaining weight. There is a flat $5.99 shipping fee for all that you purchase. :grin2

Please weigh each morning to know how much to feed at each feeding and to be sure she's gaining adequately.

[Covel3]

Are you seeing a weight gain? As she gets older she can use the additional fat that the Fox Valley20/50 provides. This is why many folks on here mix Fox Valley and Esbilac in a 50/50 combination.

Also, a lot of people give the Henrys Healthy blocks to their squirrels because they only need two a day, with assorted veggies to provide complete nutrition. They are ordered online from Henrys Healthy Pets. Henrys also sells the Fox Valley formula and the Ultraboost which provides extra fat and calories if your little isn't gaining weight. There is a flat $5.99 shipping fee for all that you purchase. :grin2

Please weigh each morning to know how much to feed at each feeding and to be sure she's gaining adequately.

Thanks! I'll check that out! She finally gained some weight when I weighed her this morning. She is just over 14g now. Should I have anything in her container to play with? Right now it's just the Kaytee blocks, t-shirts and heat.

[Mel1959]

You meant 114gr not 14 gr, right? I'm not sure what you mean "just over", unless your scale isn't digital. :grin3. Digital scales give a "spot on" accurate weight which is useful when needing an exact weight.

You found Jenny on April 2. So you have had her for 9 days and she's only gained a gram or two since the initial finding weight of 114gr. That does not sound like adequate weight gain to me. Is she having diarrhea? Is she peeing and pooping ok? How often and how much are you feeding now? I think you may need to get the Fox Valley and maybe some of the Ultraboost to help her gain some weight. Baby squirrels are no different than a human baby in that they are growing at a quick rate and need the proper nutrition and extra calories to develop properly. A good healthy diet is the foundation for a healthy squirrel.

The only other addition you could add to her bin is a stuffed animal, no button eyes or anything that can be chewed off. Single squirrels can feel lonely with no siblings to snuggle with. :hug

Hopefully others will chime in with some thoughts or suggestions.

[Mel1959]

You meant 114gr not 14 gr, right? I'm not sure what you mean "just over", unless your scale isn't digital. :grin3. Digital scales give a "spot on" accurate weight which is useful when needing an exact weight.

You found Jenny on April 2. So you have had her for 9 days and she's only gained a gram or two since the initial finding weight of 114gr. That does not sound like adequate weight gain to me. Is she having diarrhea? Is she peeing and pooping ok? How often and how much are you feeding now? I think you may need to get the Fox Valley and maybe some of the Ultraboost to help her gain some weight. Baby squirrels are no different than a human baby in that they are growing at a quick rate and need the proper nutrition and extra calories to develop properly. A good healthy diet is the foundation for a healthy squirrel.

The only other addition you could add to her bin is a stuffed animal, no button eyes or anything that can be chewed off. Single squirrels can feel lonely with no siblings to snuggle with. :hug

Hopefully others will chime in with some thoughts or suggestions.

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Im sorry, I looked at the calendar and am completely off on my dates. :embar:embar:embar:embar. You have only had Jenny a couple of days, so a gram or so is not out of the ordinary. Just watch and weigh her to be sure she continues to gain weight. If you do find that she's not gaining well, I have had excellent results with the Ultraboost added to the formula.

[Covel3]

You meant 114gr not 14 gr, right? I'm not sure what you mean "just over", unless your scale isn't digital. :grin3. Digital scales give a "spot on" accurate weight which is useful when needing an exact weight.

You found Jenny on April 2. So you have had her for 9 days and she's only gained a gram or two since the initial finding weight of 114gr. That does not sound like adequate weight gain to me. Is she having diarrhea? Is she peeing and pooping ok? How often and how much are you feeding now? I think you may need to get the Fox Valley and maybe some of the Ultraboost to help her gain some weight. Baby squirrels are no different than a human baby in that they are growing at a quick rate and need the proper nutrition and extra calories to develop properly. A good healthy diet is the foundation for a healthy squirrel.

The only other addition you could add to her bin is a stuffed animal, no button eyes or anything that can be chewed off. Single squirrels can feel lonely with no siblings to snuggle with. :hug

Hopefully others will chime in with some thoughts or suggestions.
I found her Friday, May 31, so that's 5 days I've had her. I could barely get her anything the first 2 days (3-5ml 5x a day). Yes, 14g was a typo, she's like 114.4. She wouldn't stay still enough for my scale to settle on an exact number. The first time I weighed her was just after I fed her, and the 114.4 was this morning before her first feeding( I know, I should have thought to weight her before feeding the first time) Jenny's peeing and pooping well, her stool is soft, but in well formed pellets. I stimulate her at every feeding, so 4x a day 4 hours apart, and she always pees and poops a good amount. She doesn't like to be covered while she's drinking, which is what I read most babies like, but then again, that place has been wrong about a lot! She's now up to drinking 9ml at each feeding.

[Covel3]

:embar:embar:embar:embar
Im sorry, I looked at the calendar and am completely off on my dates. :embar:embar:embar:embar. You have only had Jenny a couple of days, so a gram or so is not out of the ordinary. Just watch and weigh her to be sure she continues to gain weight. If you do find that she's not gaining well, I have had excellent results with the Ultraboost added to the formula.

No problem! I'm glad she's not gaining too slow! I was getting worried!:grin2

[stepnstone]

I found her Friday, May 31, so that's 5 days I've had her. I could barely get her anything the first 2 days (3-5ml 5x a day). Yes, 14g was a typo, she's like 114.4. She wouldn't stay still enough for my scale to settle on an exact number. The first time I weighed her was just after I fed her, and the 114.4 was this morning before her first feeding( I know, I should have thought to weight her before feeding the first time) Jenny's peeing and pooping well, her stool is soft, but in well formed pellets. I stimulate her at every feeding, so 4x a day 4 hours apart, and she always pees and poops a good amount. She doesn't like to be covered while she's drinking, which is what I read most babies like, but then again, that place has been wrong about a lot! She's now up to drinking 9ml at each feeding.
114 grams @ 7% comes to 7.9 cc's
Be careful, over feeding causes diarrhea with these babies.

[Covel3]

Jenny is doing great! She's at 122 grams now and really starting to enjoy chewing things. She started going to the bathroom herself and is sitting up on her haunches without nose diving!:Love_Icon

[Mel1959]

Keep up the good work! :great:great

[Covel3]

Jenny is still doing great! We had a slight aspiration scare, but she's doing good. I was finally able to get some 20/50 fox valley and o ring syringes. How do I transition her from estiblac to fox valley?