Breakfast time for the goats!

The first wave of babies have arrived and now that are 3 weeks old, we have begun milking a few mamas in the morning. And the morning routine begins again! We only partially milk the mothers so that they have plenty of breakfast for the kids when they get reunited but it gives everyone some practice for when the kids begin leaving at 8 weeks. I used to think I wanted a life of fresh experiences each day. Now I see there is beauty in thoughtful routine. Opportunities to see things in a new way even when the routine stays the same. We have been helping Rhubarb, who had 5 kids out by giving two of her kids, Plum & Bramble a bottle. It takes the pressure off her and is fun for us! Still 9 more mamas left to kid. The next due date is in 5 days.
Cover photo credit of three noisy doelings: Lauren Kennedy
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[@debranielsen2002]

I love how the grownups just hop up and know their job. 🐐 😂

[@kathieh7012]

Precious, Precious, Precious!! Mamas being milked, babies hopping around, cats observing--all is well @ the Sunflower Farm! Love all videos, Hope!!

[@anthonychihuahua]

Seeing them jump and twirl and buck and brawl all while bleating like the playful baby's they are brings a unique joy to my heart 💘🐐🎯

[@samirdhindhwal7591]

To whoever scans the comments, I hope you get a chance to read this. I LOVE what you said (in your video description) about seeing the beauty in thoughtful routine. Someone once said that, as we grow older, we learn that for as much as a life without responsibility seems appealing, it is our responsibilities (to persons, animals, things we hold dear) that actually MAKE our life have meaning. What a great insight you had, and what a cool place you guys run. I'm definitely stopping by on my next road trip to New England.

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

I agree! And we will look forward to meeting you when you are up our way!

[@diannelavoie5385]

This is so true. There is an inherent nobility in honest work.

[@joniangelsrreal6262]

A new appreciation for all the folks choosing this livelihood… so much joy “watching”…🥰

[@maryburrowes5401]

When the baby goat climbs on his mom's back at the end of the video... Ahhh motherly patience :)

[@MamaCarola1]

& a good back massage also!!

[@Gwaycee]

And baby bites mommy's ear too. 😁

[@IlluminatedWings]

Beautiful!! Those mamas are so relaxed while you milk them!♥️🐐

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

I think they like the routine too...and breakfast! ;)

[@CraftinginSilence]

2:55 Thank goodness they’re snacking! I can finally get a minute to myself.

[@lljl5310]

Goats: "You feed me, I give you milk!" Baby goats: "Let's be mischievous, while mama's getting milked!" Super adorable! This video put a big smile on my face! Thank you! 🐐 🐐 🐐😍😍😍

[@kathrynbraun2073]

A perfect “10.0, degree of difficulty off the charts”…for the jump and twirl

[@LunaticDesire]

So cute! And I love when you film the cats as well, only then you can get a feeling how big (or tiny in this case) the baby goats actually are 🤗

[@MohammadMazaheri]

Love you and thanks for sharing! I wish the best for you!

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

Thank you so much! I wish the same for you!

[@gerry343]

The kids take delight in just being alive!

[@enahayes6726]

I love all these babies; they always make me smile. Thanks for sharing these adorable cuties!

[@mindypaul6045]

Soooo cute!! All the noises they make!! ❤️🐐❤️🐐❤️🐐

[@thejudgmentalcat]

The milking routine is ingenious! No stooping or bending. Work smart, not hard! 👍❤❤❤

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

My honey just raised up my milk stand and it is so much better!!

[@shantiishta]

Such a joy. Love working in a place like this. 😍🥰

[@sandywa3057]

I am always so grateful that I found you so I don’t miss kidding so as much! It’s hard work but the joy and happiness it brings always outweighed the work. Thank you again for bringing such joy into my life! ❤️🥰😍

[@anthonychihuahua]

I'm just off work and first thing I did is take my lovebirds out, played this video on speaker, and they just start-a squeaking and a squawking and flapping their wings like crazy! Amazing influence these kids have!! 👏👏😂

[@johnreynolds5407]

Love these uploads. Always bring me happiness.

[@farmergirlangie3469]

In a world gone crazy, this is truly a balm to my soul.

[@HerbEVore-ti6hs]

🌱💚😍How cute! God bless that so many different species exist!

[@kathrynhelm4176]

Such a delightful way to start my day...with a cup of coffee and watching your adorable babies. Thank you for sharing your day with us. ❤️

[@susanlee6816]

That is so cute how they get up there by themselves so you can milk them. Babies waiting for their mommies. Kitties enjoying and watching. Such a cheerful sight to see. Thanks for sharing. I wish my legs would heal so I could see all these little critters in person. God bless 🙏 stay safe hugs ❤️

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

I hope you will be able to visit one day Susan!

[@susanlee6816]

@@SunflowerFarmCreamery Thanks 🙏❤️

[@CL-mp4vn]

Peaceful and happy farm. Cats are cute, too _"Thank you for visiting. Please check your car for cats before leaving"_ Lol 😍

[@ranneth17]

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

[@robinoleary9785]

You can just feel the love you have for all of the animals....AWESOME!!!

[@ABCDEFGH-kk8ln]

Every night before bed I catch one of these videos to ensure I go to sleep smiling. :)

[@janis6363]

Goats have been ancient companions to humans for thousands of yrs. The kids were just as cute back then too. Dwell on the philosophy of it all about meaningful work is a meaningful life, but it’s still so dang funny to see those kids at it in AM.🤔🐐🐐👀🤣💕

[@di-jt6jp]

The kid that jumps and twists mid air, “ the running of the kids”, the kid giving mama a back massage by standing on her back! Is it me? Or does this keep getting cuter and more cuter?!

[@-Tristan-]

Man i wanna hug them all

[@libbywood2846]

I just don’t know how anything else could be as cute as these flippin’ baby goats!!!

[@cheryljanus8312]

Another day of joy from the babies, the Mom’s and - the cats. I start smiling and laughing - baby goat therapy and I don’t have to see if my health insurance supports it.

[@sabrinal.]

Beautiful moments😍🐏💖

[@Kim-lc3fv]

Happy mother's day. 🙂❤🐐

[@viviannango4730]

Baby goats are so darn cute! 😍 💖 🐐

[@HannaARTzink]

I've never thought Id be watching goat's breakfast!

[@scratchy1704]

They are living the life.How cute was it the baby goat spinning and jumping round in circles 🥰

[@christinewuerth7505]

Das anzusehen ist absolut niedlich und cool, die Kleinen toben und meckern, die Miezen beobachten, ob auch alles gut läuft, ich würde sagen, trotz der vielen Arbeit und Pflege ein kleines Stückchen Himmelreich! Alles Liebe, Kraft, Gesundheit und Freude und danke fürs Teilen. ❤️🍀💞🙋‍♀️

[@karengunia5451]

Never get tired of your farm videos!

[@michelletapsell7507]

What time do you start your day? I will send you good thoughts just as you begin your routine! TFS ❤️🐐

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

I have been putting the herd to bed late at 7 so I can get up late at 7!!

[@elenik.1354]

Mothers and kids happy and well fed 🤗‼🌷💫

[@cami-loo108]

so I listen to your videos when I'm stuck driving home on a California highway It sounds wired but I just love hearing these little nibblets "baahhh" .... it makes me smile!! However I had to actually watch it because the sounds were so interesting and I had to see what these new sounds were all about. Thanks for being my saving grace on my ride home

[@loisgingrich.4043]

Mamas are so well trained and babies are adorable .😍🐐🐐🐐🇨🇦💕

[@ChrisBreemer]

I think Sunflower Farm is goat's heaven. And while I'm sure it is very hard work, and sometimes difficult, I envy the hell out of you guys for being able to hang out with these adorable creatures every day 😍

[@karengunia5451]

Good morning! What wonderful life!

[@bakriwalafarm]

Beautiful mamas and baby, i wish best for you

[@laurieborgers2685]

Respect for your farming skills! Love where you share the way you manage.

[@mirrorsmirrorworld4124]

Such a disciplined mammas😍🥰

[@DanPurdy1]

This looks entirely too much like working for a living. The kids are so cute and it looks like the cats have figured out that if that climb on the top of a fence, no one will bother them. It isn’t going to be long before they will all go to their new homes. I too, will miss them. Always, a great start to the mornings. Life is much better while watching the kids and their mothers.

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

Someone once told me it's only work if you'd rather be doing something else. :) This year we are lucky to have kids arriving through the end of July, so there will be at least a few all summer long!

[@DanPurdy1]

Lucky you. Doing something that you love to do. Yesterday, I went by the Moody’s Diner and got New England Boiled Dinner and Indian Pudding, with real whipped cream, to bring home for supper. Some year, I am going to run into you there.

[@cynthiawheeler1907]

I love that you milk by hand!!! Seems so much more bonding going on 💯🥰 do y'all make goat's milk soap too??? Would love to see it available on your website someday ☺️

[@Gypsy839]

Kids are so sweet and crazy I love them!

[@Balicat1]

I sooo 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕 your baby goats. They ways make me smile!!

[@hippieluv]

Precious is right! I love their goatees (no pun intended) 🤗 (beards).

[@lemon4grss]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤❤❤❤

[@nicolastratton]

Love this so much!

[@kathrynbraun2073]

The kitty needs attention too 🐈‍⬛

[@julieeberhardt9622]

A day in the life!!! Bliss!!!! ❤️

[@juliannedispain1637]

Goats are Great❤️❤️🥰

[@helenacosta6118]

Super lindos, eles estão sempre dando um show.

[@paulking962]

With baby goats I'm sure you still get fresh experiences. They look like a handful. Love the videos can't wait for babies in PJS.

[@anjbutler6498]

The most wonderful time of the year❤ and its not even Christmas! You have such an idyllic set up, l love the running of the baby goats 🐐 at this time of year.

[@surryiaasghar9189]

So many young babies 👍👍👍

[@NicolasBRENTA]

This is purely adorable ❤️❤️❤️

[@leedanielson7452]

i’m in love!!!!❤️🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@kimw6698]

some of those mommas have such a big belly. wow.

[@catmom49]

I check KZbin every night before I go to sleep to see if there's another video I can enjoy and share with family and friends. For a long time I was hoping that the farm was located in Western Oregon or Washington since the landscape is similar, but when I saw that you're located in Maine, I immediately started thinking about getting on a plane. Your videos are outstanding and they provide the joy I needed after losing my 8-year old Ragdoll cat "Ted" at the beginning of the pandemic (due to a blood clot). Your goats give me something to smile about since my Ted is no longer with me and I'm grateful that I found your videos. I got to milk cows as a kid....you get to milk goats! You are GOOD people:-)

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

Thanks for your nice note! Sorry you lost Ted! So hard to say goodbye to a dear pet! I hope you do visit one day!

[@GalinaIvanova777]

That one baby jumping and spinning thinks he's a bull in the rodeo! Yee-haw! 😁❤🐐🦬

[@joannaDJ-JR]

I too love the beauty in thoughtful routine. Thank you for sharing❤

[@shelleyziegler7402]

These videos make me so happy!

[@gabysantos2251]

OMG too precious 💕 their little voices and hooves

[@tinlizzie]

King and Queen of the "hill".

[@dianac5764]

So sweet. I would pay top price for this goat milk.

[@aermsche]

Good morning babies and mamas...😍😍😍

[@lynnrivell6600]

Soo darn cute

[@MamaCarola1]

What a great way to start the weekend off!! Your barn cats are gorgeous & so big! Do they ever swat any of the kids if they get too rambunctious? It seems like the kids are respectful of them. Hoping you all have a wonderful weekend!

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

The gray cat Roger really loves the goat kids! He often follows them around. They are all gentle cats.

[@markmaloney8154]

Where do the kids get all that energy; goats milk must be full of energy...

[@PeterPan-yu6ul]

Was ist das für ein Tier🥰❤️🐐🐐

[@peggycampbell8226]

O what a beautiful morning!

[@eco35758]

I love these videos!

[@maryjanepeters8475]

What a life!!

[@susanmeadows627]

Can you please tell me how Lola the littlest farm dog is? I know she went to live with her human sister, if I'm remembering correctly. Praying she is doing well. ❤️🐾❤️🐐

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

She is doing well!

[@susanmeadows627]

@@SunflowerFarmCreamery great news. Thank you so much. I hope both of those sweet girls are well. ❤️🐾❤️🐐

[@JewelrybyJeanette]

Isn't springtime grand! You all do such a wonderful job - humans and goats alike! :)❤

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

Thanks so much!!

[@Iluthra]

Love this!

[@1corinthians-138]

How many babies are there now?? They move too fast for me to count. So cute. ❤

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

36!

[@chichitex1252]

Delightful!😊

[@hamaarahof5712]

Makes me miss our bunch. Looks like you have Nigerians? t least looks small in the video. We always had Alpine and Saanen. Had to sell the herd (flock) due to health issues. But we have one adult doe, two yearlings, a buck and a wether still. Just for our own milk needs. It`s fun when there is a group of trusting babies, that is the best part of it ;0)

[@gloriakoch4764]

These baby goats are rough when getting their meals!

[@annwilkiemeyer3433]

Beautiful

[@issajambi2417]

until that point is the door to what time I have started

[@thethoughtfulpeanut6662]

The milking looks gentler and more comfortable for the female goats than the nursing does. Ouch!

[@ritab3957]

Do the mamas know to get up on the box on their own to be milked, or are they just attracted to the feed box? Either way, I think you have an ingenious milking method, Hope! The babies are getting cuter and cuter. It must be so difficult to part with them but I know you have said they are all going to good homes. Even the cats must get lonesome once they depart! Thank you for posting this wonderful video.

[@vanessahoskins9389]

Do you keep every kid that is born on the farm or are they purchased by other farmers and hobbiests?

[@MUHAMMADYAWARIFRAHEEM]

Cuteeeeeee 😍🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@kathrynbraun2073]

Thumbs up 👍🏼👍🏼

[@teresaricciardi6222]

All of them live there forever?

[@gloriakoch4764]

How old are they when they start jumping?

[@barbarawebster6319]

What time does your day begin in the barn?

[@revealingmodesty2604]

How is donnie p doing...he looks great

[@SunflowerFarmCreamery]

He is doing great!!!

[@thomaslindstrom3673]

Oboy! Nerver enda, does it? Milkingmacine?