how I care for my orphaned lamb | homestead life

[@vdr4676]

I’m way more excited about these videos than any TV series I’ve watched this year. 😄

[@CarrieRad]

Haha that’s awesome!

[@geecee1288]

Same 😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

Woolson’s going to look back on this video one day when he’s all grown up and be so grateful for you 🙏🏼😂

[@CarrieRad]

😂

[@ohnean1]

He's a ram, as he get older you may find he'll start head butting things, try to get him out of this habit as it can be a real problem when he becomes a huge older ram ... am talking from experience here !!

[@harrycurrie9664]

@@ohnean1 Yeah, just show him the mint sauce he'll stop. 😁

[@harrycurrie9664]

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[@ohnean1]

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[@MyDiamondLife]

I'm so in love with Woolson and Lanka! When they were together was the cutest. Praying baby Woolson keeps getting stronger. You're doing such an amazing job.

[@naidaa101]

Who knew a lamb could spark so much joy? 🥰❤️

[@CarrieRad]

I have no idea but I’m fully in 💕💕

[@RealDream112]

Carrie: "The fridge is here! Wohoo!" Also Carrie: "Let me just grab my lamb"

[@isitRachelle]

I’ve been enjoying watching this journey so much. It’s my absolute dream to live a slow life and have land and a little home with animals. I’m so appreciative right now - thank you for sharing this all with us! You’re making me dream even more.🥰

[@CarrieRad]

I’m so happy this is inspiring for you in any way. Thank you for watching. I appreciate you!

[@priyanjalinarayansingh4804]

Same, Carrie is giving us alternate life dreams. She makes me know myself better. Love and hugs.

[@robinhoward4204]

Oh I so hope he survives into a strong little adolescent. Whatever happens, you are giving him a lovely life right now. He's obviously doting on you.

[@Huncd6814]

I have been following the past two videos and I must say, the homesteading adventure is only going to get even more interesting from here...

[@CarrieRad]

Thank you for tuning in. Excited to continue sharing this journey. See you soon.

[@tonjefelberg2248]

So lovely to see Woolson having a great start of his life❤️️ It also makes me sad to think about all the lambs that are killed every minute for the meat industri. Woolson is very lucky.

[@clp1705]

Not even 6am in NZ and I was settled in to watch with a hot drink 🥰 loving how settled you seem and can’t wait to see how the orchard comes to life as it warms up!

[@CarrieRad]

Good morning. 🌞☕️🥰

[@Sixtyvibesallday]

Boy, If Carrie is so caring for the baby lamb I can't even imagine how she will be as a parent. I guess she would be loving, caring and a great parent.

[@msgriz56]

I believe the door on all or at least most refrigerators can be switched to the opposite side pretty easily. I just checked and there are KZbin videos to show how it's done.

[@M_Ravinerakhalgot]

Woolson laying on lanka omg just melted my heart omg I cant omgggggg its just too cute looks like woolson found a new best friend

[@shannonvantrease4175]

Woolson & Lanka have my heart! 😍 So happy for your family on your new home!

[@evosophie3398]

The way you guys talked to the refrigerator was hilarious! And woolson is soo adorable. 🥰 actually both Lanka and woolson are.

[@CarrieRad]

haha it’s all sorted now! we’re actually very happy with it now.

[@oyky]

alex just casually going out at the background and you smiling in the middle of your speech, then he comes back flashing a smile to the camera while you seem not to notice this time..the simplicity and the connection you guys have. ahhh its so refreshing to watch

[@kassiejohnson549]

currently catching up as a new subbie on older videos and I just have to say that you're such a perfect, sweet couple!!!! You are a match made in heaven 🙂

[@eileeneveryday]

I LOVE LIL BABY WOOLSON and it brings me so much joy to see you settling so gracefully into this beautiful life you deserve. I miss you so much but I'm so grateful to be a part of it. Love you!!!

[@MikiSings]

Slowly watching my way through all of your videos 🤍 Love watching your journey and how beautiful your lovely home is. You seem so truly full of joy x

[@gretchenlamb9466]

Thank you for sharing. Lanka and Woolson snuggling are adorable.

[@amyjuliana8482]

I CANNOT get enough of Woolson & Lanka either!!! Esp being a dog mama myself here in farmland Colorado...our neighbors had 2 of the cutest lambs born this past Spring & they were to die for!!! You're doing such an amazing job!! Lanka & Woolsen are so lucky to have you as thier mama!!! :)

[@TessaPK52]

Woolson's bleat is priceless! I love it. It's truly heartwarming to see such kindness towards animals. Lanka is adorable also.

[@janemather6228]

Good on you Carrie,ur doing very well with Woolson,he looks healthy and happy. Your homestead is certainly taking shape, and you haven't been there long.

[@beCREATIVEbeBOLD]

Not sure if it has already been mentioned in the comments below...but with the renovation side of things like the ceiling in the room, me mindful to check for asbestos. Older homes usually have a lot of it!

[@TraceyPoland]

I got bad news today and your video was a much needed calming distraction…you’re the best lamb 🐑 parents ❤️

[@clairedutoit4182]

Woodson is the cleanest lamb I think I've ever seen. Well done momma ❤

[@sa311energy]

Lanka is being such a good boy! I mean he always has but he is doing so well with Woolson

[@corinnehealey5774]

Hi Carrie - I am new to your channel. We live in Auckland, Beach haven. We love watching your videos and enjoy the rural New Zealand lifestyle. We immigrated from South Africa in 2002 and have never looked back.

[@carolynclitheroe3588]

I love have you’ve jumped right into the deep end with all this!

[@CarrieRad]

Haha I’m fully in!

[@casslarkin4567]

A loving and inspiring household. I'm so happy that Woolson is doing well. Hope it continues!

[@CarrieRad]

Me too he’s getting stronger every day thank you for watching

[@jennifergrether6596]

Oh my Gosh! He is so Precious! You’re doing such a wonderful job of taking care of him! What a sweet blessing! 😊

[@CarrieRad]

Such a sweet blessing! Thank you Jennifer!! 🥰

[@CatzMarina]

Your vlogs have been bringing me so much peace and joy lately 💛 It's been lovely following this new chapter of yours ☺️

[@CarrieRad]

It means a lot to hear that. I am so happy that my videos can bring you joy. Thank you for tuning in. I appreciate you.

[@KristenMelissa]

It's just so amazing how much your life has changed in one year! I Love The Cottage Country Life vlogs!! 💗 So so happy for you!

[@SamFournier]

I knew Lanka and Woolson were going to become friends, I just didn’t think it would happen this fast. So precious! I’m so excited for this journey.

[@maddisonbingham7961]

Anlamb milk replacer is much better for lambs than mulligans FYI. You can also buy bio support which you sprinkle a small amount into the milk which has probiotics in it that help prevent bloat instead of yogurt. I’m off a sheep and beef farm in NZ and raise between 5-15 per lambs each year since I was born so thought I would provide some friendly tips 🙂🙂

[@jillybean925]

Can not express the J O Y these are bringing me. So happy for you both and living vicariously through you.

[@ericafaber6585]

Did you ever imagine a year ago that this would be your life … so idyllic and so inspiring. Earth Angel to your little Woolson🐑🐑🐑

[@CarrieRad]

☺️🥰🥲🥺 I could only dream but now it’s a reality.

[@OnelovexOneheart]

I’m absolutely loving these longer videos! Watching your journey unfold on the homestead has been so inspiring that we’ve started looking at land to call our own as well! Best wishes for your growing family 🌿🤍 P.S. The fuzz on Woolson’s head looks so soft, he must be a dream to cuddle with 🥰

[@CarrieRad]

The cuddles are real 💕 I hope you find the land of your dreams!!

[@OnelovexOneheart]

@@CarrieRad thank you! 😊

[@tipiwhenuatanirau8105]

I love that with every video we all get to watch this Incredibly beautiful transformation of you slowly but surely turning into a New Zealander .

[@fraukemayer8767]

Your vlog has become a highlight for me. Thanks so much for taking us on your journey. OMG as an animal lover your homestead is a slice of heaven.

[@moniquevelasco20]

Woolson looks so good and healthy. I think you are doing an excellent job as his mama. “The Lean” 🤣🤣🤣. Alex is hilarious. Be safe guys!😘🤗🌼🇻🇪

[@CarrieRad]

He is looking great and getting stronger every day. Ha ha yes Alex is a funny one. Thank you for watching.

[@ginaprasad7695]

I remember moving for a year to California and learning to drive on the otherside. I was so nervous😀 but my aunt who is Canadian gave me a really good advice. And when I was driving and I got nervous I would say to myself... if you and the wheel are in the middle of road you are on the right side. Hope that makes sense ❤

[@ursulagisler9614]

You can change the way it opens. Have a look at the yop of fridge.

[@rpdsfsj]

That lamb was so weak and is doing so well, I’m not sure it would have lived if anyone else cared for it. We have lamb stories for days in our house, Hazel, Fluffy, Freckles, Ritzy, Sammy, Billy, Percival… one didn’t make it so congratulations on where you’ve gotten to with Woolson. He looks great! Also, watched your Lanka story, you guys really deserve all good things in life 😊

[@CarrieRad]

This comment means so much 🥲 wow thank you!!

[@effie-Toronto]

Carrie your videos are excellent

[@tanyaturuwhenua8667]

Yep you are Woolson’s mum now and doing an amazing job! It’s a labour of love owning your own home. Even more so with land and animals. Really enjoying the homestead series and all that you are both learning and doing!

[@CarrieRad]

Thank you Tanya!! It truly is a labor of love and I honestly wouldn’t have it any other way. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@bajlandiabajlandia5898]

😍🏡 easy and healthy life. I love animals, a dog, a lamb and two cute ducks!

[@MariaHernandez-kb3yk]

The are the most therapeutic videos ever! I couldn’t love and appreciate these videos more they melt my heart. ❤️

[@Laura.v.b]

Lanka and woolson cuddling..... MY HEART! So happy your sharing this journey with this......it feels so nostalgic for me, it reminds me of my childhood home, the pond, the barns, nursing lambs even renovating the old house.... Your officially a true blue kiwi now :D

[@patsymadar9862]

Thank you Carrie. You’re going to be an amazing mum and love the bond that’s forming between Lanka and Woolston. Loved this video..❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥

[@denisbellars9260]

I think the refrigerator is feeling well loved 🥰 and is a part of your family now , and Woolson too of course ! 😂

[@samanthaz341]

Loving these longer vlogs, Carrie!! Woolson is too adorable. You guys should do a little Airbnb in the sleep out!! I could imagine so many people loving to come and stay at such a serene place ♥️

[@CarrieRad]

We are definitely thinking about it. It’ll take time for us to get the sleep into working order but I plan on making a very cozy serene place. We just have to get the main house painted and a bit more sorted first.

[@samanthaz341]

@@CarrieRad Totally understand! I would take advantage of some passive income if it was me ♥️ I imagine there’s so so much to do- good luck with it all!!

[@sarahhawkes7526]

Love the Woolson content! we have two wee orphan lambs from our farm in Taranaki, Sprinkles and Simon. Named by our almost 3 year old daughter 😆 they make such wonderful pets. Enjoy 🥰

[@pgriff0]

I am so invested in this beautiful chapter of your life. So inspiring!

[@dianes4858]

Love how you care for the things around you. Woolson is looking good. Kia kaha!

[@cathybalke]

Really enjoying these videos. Caring for the lamb is just like caring for a baby. You just feed them around the clock.

[@CarrieRad]

My life revolves around his feeds at the moment 😅🥰

[@laskinov]

Haha! Love the theory on your fridge placement Alex...🥴🤣🤣

[@bigcitydreams23]

I always look forward to your videos each week! They are so calming and I just love all the nature in it. Such amazing videos and I thank you for sharing your life with us. 💕 I absolutely love woolsen. He is so cute 🥰

[@inesep1234]

Hi Carrie! :) I’m pretty sure you can change hinges on your own for most fridges. After a quick googling I found an instructions online for your brand of fridge (an older model though). Maybe this helps if it’s really bothering you. :)

[@rttheo7327]

Great work so far on your homestead. I'm Enjoying the series

[@themedicaledit]

this was so peaceful!

[@CarrieRad]

I’m so happy this video could bring you peace! That makes me so happy to hear.

[@Scottygirlnz]

You have the same fridge as me, it's great. Our started making crazy noises lately and it was the copper pipe at the back vibrating on the side wall. Easy fix thank goodness. I know you will make that home beautiful so I'm looking forward to the transformation. Welcome to New Zealand.

[@Sozacyn]

I love this kind of video, my favorite! greetings from Costa Rica! ☺️

[@CarrieRad]

Thank you Cinthya! Greeting right back to you. I love Costa Rica! 🦋

[@phipkin5730]

I can't remember which video you mentioned it in, but have you found Moore Wilson's in Masterton? Cholula hot sauce, bulk herbs and spices and generally a nice place to shop. Coffee van in the car park is good too!

[@erinlewis9]

I had exactly the same fridge dilemma, its amazing how quickly you get used to it XD, i feel your frustration though!!

[@CarrieRad]

I feel totally use to it now! It feels like it’s suppose to be this way now.

[@lissie7322]

LOVING these videos! My husband and I just bought a home recently so I’m definitely looking forward to watching your journey of revitalizing your home alongside our own. 💜 Also, Woolson and Lanka are the most precious little beings

[@katie__renee]

When you guys were telling the fridge it’s worthy and enough 😂 y’all are so cute

[@MM-gr4sn]

I can totally relate to the eyeglasses/fog life/smudge life struggle Carrie! :)

[@paulawagstaff686]

Carrie ask your friend tomorrow where to get asparagus to plant as it takes about 2 yrs, maybe also multi type mushrooms, Jerusalem artichokes, tumeric.🤗

[@michellebrown2731]

Loving the content. You can also buy a heat lamp for the shed to keep Woolson warm and you must try the Proper Corn Chips. They are my fav here in NZ!

[@CarrieRad]

Luckily I think will be able to get by this year without using a heat lamp. It’s starting to warm up. I’ll have to give those a try. Thank you for watching.

[@AjsGirl70]

I agree longer vlogs on a Sunday is fantastic! Great job Carrie! Are you planning on training William to be an outdoor as well as an indoor lamb? I wouldn't blame you at all he is adorable. Do you have to worry about wolves in New Zealand? Blout can also affect dogs as well 😉

[@CarrieRad]

There are no wolves in New Zealand. It’s very safe for him here.

[@AjsGirl70]

@@CarrieRad 🥰🥰🥰

[@10sodot]

No wolves here, but feral dogs can be a problem

[@ericafaber6585]

Just love following along with your new life in NZ and always look forward to your next upload. We have a NZ fridge with a door that can be hinged either side which future proofs it for any position. However I’m sure you’re just pleased to have a full size fridge again 😬 This is our fifth year in NZ and we still pinch ourselves at how lucky and fortunate we are to be living here. Can’t wait to see what you do with your new veggie garden 🥕🥦🥬

[@CarrieRad]

Yes, just so pleased to have a fridge again!! Thanks for the tip though. 🙌 We truly feel so grateful to be here too. Thanks for following along on the journey.

[@lisablisard7622]

Adorable! A baby monitor might help you keep an eye on Woolson in his new pen from inside the house 🤗

[@lifesimplified9432]

it took me almost 6 months to get used to driving on the left side of the road! Great videos btw. love watching woolsen and lanka!

[@hilario209]

so inspired by all of the homestead content! love it

[@AmandaATXo.o]

Have to say, the fridge scene was my fav

[@Mikeyorself]

Enjoyed that. Thanks Carrie.

[@andreian.8073]

Weekly dose of happiness, I'm loving the longer vlogs ❤❤

[@The.Caroline]

I have the same dilemma in my kitchen, but I wouldn't be able to have a fridge that opens to the left (and I don't think you could currently either) because I wouldn't be able to open the door fully because of the wall that is there. For functionality it would be better that it opens to the left, but I think it's fine - especially if you're thinking of having the fridge in either of the other corners. :) I LOVE following your journey on the homestead. I hope Woolson makes it, you've done a great job so far and he seems to be progressing well!

[@CarrieRad]

Thank you Caroline! We are very happy with the fridge now, it just took us a second to get there haha. He’s getting stronger every day! 🙌🙏

[@micarosemusic]

Watching this now as part of my self-care

[@bindugupta1518]

Just love your vlogs Carrie,look forward to them every day.Love your homestead as well😍.Keep vlogging,you are awesome!!!

[@tipiwhenuatanirau8105]

I absolutely love your cover shot , made me giggle 😃

[@MeTheJedi]

Funny watching you with the lamb, gumboots and your woolly socks 🧦… you’re looking like a real Kiwi 😄 these days (I live in rural Canterbury myself 😉).

[@candicebrooker2251]

Good job Carrie! 😍

[@CarrieRad]

🥰🥰 thank you!

[@FlorenceOzkan]

Absolutely love these videos! And you’re doing so well with everything! Be mindful of filling up the kettle with reused hot water bottle water as it may make your tea/coffee taste like rubber!

[@barryscott6222]

Btw... would recommend you dilute/cool the boiled jug water down a bit before you pour it into a hot water bottle. Rubber doesn't like super hot water. Would recommend 60-70 degrees C, as the hottest.

[@paulawagstaff686]

As for Woolson, you could shear him later and knit your 1st babies clothing. Are you interested in a few mohair goats for their beautiful mohair?

[@SezShares]

The fridge would drive me up the wall. In fact, I have been in exactly your situation and it has driven me up the wall and gotten out the tools and reversed the door. Guessing from the handles you don’t have that option :-( When you do renovate, remember that if you do put the fridge in a true corner (you’re next to an opening there) you need to a put a cupboard or a bench next to the fridge, so you can open the doors past 90 degrees.

[@serahnkahukura8433]

If you have a ratchet wrench, it only takes a few mins to move the hinge on the refrigerator to the opposite side. You can change it for now, and change back when the kitchen is renovated.

[@CarrieRad]

Oh wow I didn’t know that. I think we’re OK with where it is for now but thank you for the recommendation.

[@alexmcginness8859]

If you’re gonna move the fridge in the future, I’d keep the hinge the way it is. But I totally feel you, the fact it opens to the right bothers me too! 😂

[@laurista317]

Our refrigerator doors also opens in the „wrong“ direction and we put in wagers with a lot of our friends about when we are going to change that… no winners yet and I think it changed from when to if 😄🌝

[@bellanas]

We put disposable nappies on our lambs when they are inside. Just cut a hole for their tail. Works a treat :-)

[@CarrieRad]

hehe diapers on a lamb is too cute

[@elahhale9057]

It worked on my fully grown doberman when she was on heat, so it will work on wool-son too. An expensive option, but good to have on hand in times of storms. He'll probably chew them off ... 😁🐑

[@Caitlin.roberts29]

Carrie - why do you warm the milk like that haha? We use to just boil the jug and use warm water and put the powder straight in the bottle with warm water on top and shake well. It might be easier/less time consuming if you want an alternative option :)

[@CarrieRad]

I’m actually not warming anymore as I’ve realized that with the yogurt mix it states on the recipe that there is no need to warm it.

[@CarrieRad]

Then I read online the same thing. That when it’s fermented with yogurt overnight, you’re suppose to serve it to them cold.

[@kadiyahsjournal]

Woolsen looks great! Such a fund video!

[@daver7867]

you two are progressing well.....nice vlog

[@CarrieRad]

Thank you Dave! 🙌

[@lorainkern-smith2226]

Hi Carrie. Has anybody bother to tell you that in NZ sleeping in a cot means your sleeping in a baby's bed? (I have a giggle every time I hear you guys say this.) What you call a cot we'd call a stretcher.

[@kchavez938]

How have you been doing your hair? Looks great at the beginning of the video!

[@10barnaby1]

Top tip for driving on the other side of the road - keep your passenger on the kerb.

[@shadesofgray9]

Morena, You are obviously slightly isolated on your wee homestead here in nz but I'm curious how you're adapting to culture changes. Even things like word differences. Hottie/hot water bottle vs bladder, jug is sometimes used for keg. Or just anything in the public you've noticed, Service at vets or mitre 10, or supermarkets. Interactions with your neighbours. You are living and breathing the kiwi life now. Have fun.

[@CarrieRad]

We are soaking in the cultural differences. That’s one thing I love about living in another country. There’s so much to learn and soak in.

[@Tom_McMurtry]

Bloat can also be an issue if the lamb is fed too often while being held/cuddled earlier on, rather than allowed to stand and develop strength of feeding and digest as they usually would that way. But it looks like Woolson is also heavily encouraged to run around a heap before and after, so hopefully that early feeding wasn't an issue.

[@CarrieRad]

He was really weak at the beginning so I had to hold him to feed but now he feeds right side up without me even touching him. He runs around a ton before and after. I’m doing all the things recommended at this point. Hope he stays well.

[@Tom_McMurtry]

@@CarrieRad thanks to your awesome care :)) Sorry, the comment was probably a bit insensitive. I was just thinking on reasons that can cause these things. But if too weak initially and for awhile it can't easily be negated and its your care and attention that matters a heap regardless. The point also being is that as first time careers it is just about impossible to do things perfectly. And you have both done amazingly from what I can tell. And perhaps even perfectly for the situation.

[@CarrieRad]

Thank you Tom! Trying our best! Appreciate all your advice. 🙌