Cat is giving birth to kittens|Helping a Pregnant Cat During Labor

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If you have a pregnant cat (queen) and it looks like she is ready to birth her kittens (queening), chances are that you will not need to do anything except encourage her. You may even wake one morning to discover that your cat has given birth during the night and is comfortably nursing her kittens. Although nature has a way of taking care of itself, you should know how to spot potential problems and what you might need to do to help.
Signs of Impending Labor
The duration of a cat pregnancy is roughly 60 days, give or take five days. If you are not so sure how far along your cat is, review the telltale signs that birth is imminent.
Nesting: A day or two before labor, your cat will seek out a quiet and safe place to have her kittens. She may choose a spot you make for her or look to hideout in the back of a closet or under a bed.
Behavioral Changes: You may notice your cat will begin restless pacing, panting, excessive grooming (especially in the area of her genitals), and excessive vocalization. She will also stop eating.
Physical Changes in Labor: Your cat's rectal body temperature can drop to about 100 degrees Fahrenheit and it may vomit. You might see the abdomen "drop" a few days before labor, and the cat's nipples might get larger, darker, or pinker.
Active Labor Signs: Contractions-the uterine movements that move the kitten down the birth canal-may make your cat yowl through the pain. You may also see a discharge of blood or other fluids.