The FIRST DAY of KIDDING SEASON

[@janetmcdonald9340]

Your husband is the best Crystal!! What a great guy with those precious animals! Such a hard life...xo

[@lynnsteiner1580]

Dawn has the most gorgeous eyes.

[@sherisimm2279]

Crystal, you are such a loving Moma to these goat Moma's...special love for them!

[@lisa_mcdow]

I just love how well you know your animals. And your so attentive. Dawn's my favorite she's so beautiful I love her colors. Best of luck this kidding season ❤️

[@marynellessen8790]

BABIES!!! Makes me excited for babies we have coming soon 💖 As always, Thank You Crystal for sharing all of your experiences and knowledge, we learn so much from you! 😘

[@baileysgoatfarm6025]

I'm worried sick over this goat and it not mine I've watch you all so long it seems I do know them. Prayers everything ok.

[@MBear3]

So excited for the next video. Being a mother myself I feel for those goats and what they are enduring.

[@melissalucero9239]

Wow intense! I am so sorry that she's having difficulty and I will pray for her to be ok.

[@foxglovepearls]

Can’t wait to see all of the babies!

[@vermontmom4232]

I really hope her and her babies are ok. Keeping ya'll in my thoughts and prayers. 💞

[@sherreeroper7656]

I think Dawn's my favorite colors.. tri color and ice blue eyes. Looking forward to seeing her kids.( does)

[@cherylo1796]

Dawn’s face and head tilt when you were scratching her,,, so precious

[@mariaakers8961]

No babies on this vid😭😂 girl your killing us 😂

[@anandrew6641]

Sadness

[@vegasbattleborn1594]

What a beautiful sunset with that storm rolling through. This is the best baby watch cliffhangers!!! Have seen the Community Posts but can't wait to see the vids. ✌️

[@iah8344]

Glad everything went ok. I find my nannies get worse stress if they feel dehydrated thru their delivery. I try to encourage them to drink water or a warm sweetened tonic I make with some molasses, corn syrup and goat minerals in at least a pint of warm water or warm water and warm low fat milk mixed in. The older nannies suck it down and within minutes get an energy boost and re-hydration relief to finish their kidding. Over 60 live kids this spring.

[@sandrathomas2145]

I was hoping for babies but no. I am keeping the goats and you all in my prayers for safe and healthy babies.

[@dori1oakes]

It happens here often. Ligaments come and go. I don't use them as a single benchmark for labor

[@shewolfroux6091]

Right! I was a bit nervous as a first time labor and delivery nurse for a goat this year. So I asked a goat group that I'm a part of for help identifying signs of labor. I knew how in theory. I just needed to be reassured. And EVERYBODY told me that the only way to tell was the ligaments. Well my doe didn't lose her ligaments until half an hour before she delivered, but I still knew she was in going to kid that day because of the way she was acting. Know your goats!

[@belindacook6983]

I am hoping that Cami and her little ones are alright and bouncing around now. Keeping you and Derek in my prayers.

[@jamieandrew-kromer8008]

The new kidding stations look great! Can’t wait to see babies!

[@susangardner3418]

Oh my you could see Dawns babies moving it looks so awesome can’t wait

[@stephaniemomma]

Oh the babies are coming! We’ve got 3 2 month olds running around, but not any little littles ❤️I can’t wait to finish this video!

[@lesleeberry261]

Just started watching this video, I love your channel.

[@tracybradshaw1362]

I'm so excited! I can't wait to see the births and babies!

[@henriettajones726]

HI CRYSTAL. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WORK SO HARD TO KEEP THE BABIES COMFORTABLE AMD HAPPY. YOU ARE SO SWEET TO YOUR BABIES. YOU ARE REALLY SCHOOLED WITH YOUR BABIES. YOU ARE SUCH A SWEET LADY. I KNOW THE BABIES WILL BE BEAUTIFUL. LOVE YOU GUYS. GOD BLESS

[@Audin-ol4xl]

Awe Cammie is prescious. They all are and they have a good fur mommy to make sure they're ok. Can't wait for videos! Exciting and job well done by all. God bless!

[@cathyshallenberger1935]

OMG Crystal! On the edge of my seat, waiting to know whether she is okay. Babies please! 😊

[@beverlysmith5658]

Dawn is my fave she's so beautiful.

[@amandaclark1800]

She is one of mine also. 😍 Gorgeous girl ❤️.

[@deborahjaniak7531]

Your goats are so pretty! I am so excited to see the beautiful new babies soon!

[@rubys3495]

Hi I love this channel hope the goats are ok!

[@melhowell2906]

I pray that she ok, Wanted to see some babies its hard to wait im like you come on beautiful girls but be safe and heathy, That sunset was beautiful,

[@engelinawalker8896]

All of your goats are so pretty

[@Rathika5]

I have personally had a doe wait more than 24 hours from fully losing her ligaments. But that was her first kidding.

[@sathiskumar7594]

Just dropped everything to grab an earphone and clicked right away! Lets wait for next vlog.

[@laurenkeon3267]

Hi Crystal. Just want to say I recently found your site and I’m in love! Had no idea how wonderful it is watching those mama goats give birth and your incredible love and patience with all the does. watching the whole family is such a positive great experience. But your mama heart crystal. Makes me smile the whole time. And cry when you lose a precious baby. Getting to know the does names already. Can’t stand it when all the babies were playing together. Enthralled. Could call in and not go to work (I’m a nurse), just so I can get my fill of birthing and babies and ur genuine love and concern for each and every one of the. And that video with your honey and his ‘honey do’ list and ur ADDING even more does to the mix was hysterical. Think u should keep him... Take care. Lauren

[@BlueCactusDairyGoats]

You are too sweet! And is for sure a keeper! ;)

[@oranjmusemeyer968]

Oh no, I hope they are all alright!

[@darylmae2329]

Ugh! So excited to see the babies! Hope for sure all went well! Waiting on the next video....on edge!

[@ashleywilhite3618]

I adore goats more because of you guys I love you guys and what you do

[@prairiegirlcowboyhomestead5876]

Hello from Montana. New sub here. My kids will be born later than normal here this year. I'll enjoy following you!

[@lizouellette3072]

Thank you for describing again how to find/check ligs. I've practiced in my yearlings in hopes of being better at locating correctly on the pregnant does. Long days/nights ahead. Anxiously awaiting for the birthing videos!

[@jill.arbogast6538]

Oh great I’m so glad she’s doing good. You know what’s gonna happen a goat for everyone to help with delivery. I hope I’m wrong. God Bless you and your family 🙏🙏🌻🌸🦋🌈😱😱😱😱😱

[@hillvalleyfarm]

Oh my goodness now I am on pins and needles. Cami is my absolute favorite girl in your herd! I hope all is well! I have 2 due this week (Wed and Thurs) and 2 more Sunday and monday of next week! It's getting real! Will be looking for an update on all but especially sweet Cami ❤

[@shawnmcpeak6184]

Last year about this time you had Snow. So rain 🌧 is better.

[@heavenly-dreamsdairygoats]

I was hoping but I guess we will wait. Thank you for sharing. God bless

[@abehostetterjr.8702]

Dawn is beautiful. But so is my Winter. Derek did an awesome job on those birthing pens.

[@amandaclark1800]

Yay!! Next video is babies!! I'm looking forward to it, but wanted to thank you for still posting all this other footage first. I love seeing the whole process and getting the whole experience of it. The last comment by Derek does have me worried, though. I know babies are good but I do hope Cami is also okay.

[@ameliagpeters]

My goat showed no signs of kidding at lunch time feeding when I checked her then went back two hours later and the was a little boy with

[@kayashmore4296]

I was thinking it would be nice if you are staying out there with them and it's storming if you could have a tarp for added protection. God bless.

[@ashleyacosta3751]

Yay I’ve been stalking my phone waiting for this lol 😆

[@thepsychicsleuth7]

Thank you for explaining the ligaments Ive had the hardest time understanding and I've watched a ton of videos and read a ton of things..I have been trying to figure out what it feels like and my doe doesn't like me feeling for them...So because Ive never felt what its like when they are gone ive been having issues figuring it out..>>but shes def close..she is sunken in and dropping...So keep tryin to feel those but she loves to run from me....Anyway.>THank you so much for explaining this..

[@susyarabe8794]

Q hermoso lugar y q bonitos los animalitos q tienen los felicitos 🥰😍🤩❤❤❤❤❤👏👏

[@curisitykilledthecatnone7730]

Omg I know they have been born I'm ready to see babies

[@jill.arbogast6538]

How is Dawn doing with her cancer I just despise that word. I hope 🤞 everything goes good for her God Bless Dawn. God Bless you and your family 🙏🌺🌸🌼🦋🌈

[@kaitlinlewis2450]

Jill Arbogast I agree with you and I am sending out good feelings for healthy babies and Dawn is okay.

[@dollyc4314]

Elsa is super cute, so is Cammy and I really love little Lodi

[@ashleyacosta3751]

I have one doe that this time was making me go crazy I felt like her ligaments were gone for 2 days 😜. So thank you for that description it helped me out I don’t think I no what I was looking for.. and what time is a good time to start grabbing some milk for yourself I’m so anxious for my goat cheese lol but I also don’t want to taking when babies obviously red it more than I do lol...

[@amandaclark1800]

From what I know, different people do it different ways. Some take babies from the mom's after a couple days and bottle feed, others will milk but only take what they need, leaving plenty for babies. If you know anyone with goats, maybe ask what they do and why and then decide the best process for you.

[@elktheindianspotteddeer1331]

Weed me and reap dose baby's on for first two weeks then baby's up at night and milk in morning till baby's are weened at 8 weeks then twice a day milking

[@BlueCactusDairyGoats]

We separate at 1-2 days old. You will get A Lot more milk from your does separating early. We give it all to the kids for the first two weeks. Then we have more than they can eat and we get to enjoy it!

[@ashleyacosta3751]

Blue Cactus Dairy Goats makes sense because I haven’t separated and I’ve notice a drop I can’t tell if the kids are just drinking it all or if there production is slowing down 😬 better get my butt to milking and at least separating at night thank you for your reply

[@sheilaporter7490]

Beautiful sunset

[@beverlysmith5658]

Crystal you should take them for a walk it will put them in labor lol

[@cowperson4763]

I pray Cami and the kids will be ok.

[@OceanSwimmer]

My heart just dropped when I read "Something's Wrong!" From the photos, I know Cami had her babies....I hope she is okay. Derek's comment at the end, with reappearing ligaments is scary. I'm looking forward to hearing the story in technical terms. The dynamics of birth are affected by a baby's position; I wonder if this was a similar situation. Whatever it was, thank you for the update!

[@amandaclark1800]

Yes that comment has me worried too, Cami is my absolute favorite doe (though I absolutely love them all) and I do really hope she's okay.

[@sheilamackliet4515]

Dawn is so pretty.

[@QueenAllie]

I have been waiting for this 😁 the babies are so adorable

[@kaitlinlewis2450]

Sending out good feelings for Dawn and her babies. Can you do an update on Dawn in general?

[@BlueCactusDairyGoats]

She is doing good!

[@kaitlinlewis2450]

@@BlueCactusDairyGoatsAWESOME!

[@markkristynichols845]

Oh my those eyelashes on Lily!!!!!- Kristy in Missouri 😊

[@maureenritoridis814]

Hope the storm doesn’t last ! and all goes well! 👍🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@shawnmcpeak6184]

May have to go to vet and get some pitocin (oxytocin) to induce labor. I would check with Vet.

[@bigmamma6946]

Hi Crystal and family hopefully you are all ok, 🙏🌬💟🌏🇳🇿👋🤗👍🧀🐐🌾🍁🍂🌻🍃

[@butterflysnme724]

Dawn is really pretty. ☺️

[@donnastarpaw]

I assume Cami was ok in the end? Sure hope so anyway 🤞

[@amandaclark1800]

Me too, she's my top favorite so my fingers are crossed 🤞

[@unkiemiloplays901]

what do you look for when feeling for ligaments, what does close to labor legiaments feel like and ones that arent

[@kristys7172]

Sounds like one of the babies was breech preventing labor from happening due to position in the doe. I've had this happen twice.

[@pecivilwaterandenvior8318]

We are witting for kids

[@robincenter382]

I have a question that has nothing to do about pregnancy, labor, ligaments etc. Do these goats have a problem with fleas or ticks considering they are outdoor animals? If so, what do u do to keep your goats rid of these pests, if anything?

[@MillaRaeDeshibeau]

Omg what!? Ligaments gone then they came back... lost the die and had only one baby survive!? This is freaking me out! But the outcome is different as we know. But the suspense and that factor got me Thinking she is going to have a hard labor. Oh goodness this will be a very adventurous birthing season. Next time on...”As the Does kids” will Cami have a good labor of will they have to go into surgery cause her ligaments return. Will Mayo be the first to kid ;-) or will Elsa finally allow crystal to feel her ligaments and udder? Will Dawn have her baby doelings? Stay tuned to the next episode of “As the Does Kids” hahahhaa Love it all!! I hope all goes well can’t wait for the babies to drop!! 🤗🤗🤗

[@ithulah]

Watched this at 4am after I got woken up by a loud possum outside (Australian kind). Saw this had popped up and grabbed the headphones as quickly as can be. But then you left me hanging. Cryyyystal!!

[@BlueCactusDairyGoats]

😂

[@tracystade3568]

My doe is 135 day on March 4th. I’m not sure how many babies but she is huge. Her back side is swollen and her vulva is opening a little bit. Should I be worried?

[@myrisiafranklin8067]

Excited

[@mariaakers8961]

New vid soon? Can’t wait to see the births!😍

[@rogergoodland3140]

What has happened with CAMI!! Youre killin' me! Its been 10 days!

[@dellwright4829]

do the 25 dollar fee go towards the purchase?

[@PattyMoore-vd1ug]

Explain what the ligaments are and why they go away when in labor

[@danielledecaro1035]

Lily is so cute

[@dentidileonehomestead340]

I'm definitely not as ligament crazy as you are lol. My girls would start running.

[@BlueCactusDairyGoats]

Lol. They may not have them in the morning and loose them during the day!!!

[@myagonzales3638]

The anticipation is getting me!

[@robertadriver6931]

OMG, any kids yet? Please say all is ok. I would not like to see anything bad happen to the does or the kids. I am hoping you get what you want out of this breeding & the girls are doing fine. Wish that storm would blow through quickly too.

[@paulroemer3989]

Are there ever instances where they don't bag up until after labor? I have one the has almost no development

[@BlueCactusDairyGoats]

Not very common but I have had it happen a couple of times. Typically, first timers bag up much closer to labor than a doe that has kidded before.

[@lindawalker1529]

Have any of your goats that are having babies ever bit or nipped at you just in general frustration?

[@gammyofthree]

Do you have cameras on your laboring Does 🐐

[@BrendaDVC]

I hope Dawn is going to be okay.

[@jenelljurado8500]

Ugh I am DYING TO SEE THE BIRTHING VIDEOS!!!! I know ur probably Buzy with back to back births

[@healingsprings11]

Think they're sensing the change in weather...They'll birth when ya least expect it probably. Really awesome goat birthing hotel. 🏨 💓💚 ✌ "The Midwife is in ladies" 😀

[@smellyolegoat150]

The suspense is killing me. I hope Camie and her babies are okay.

[@ummafif]

Geeez... where’s the babies? Hope all is well!

[@stephaniecanniff3786]

Crystal!!! For real we want babys lol

[@notinterested9097]

Hello glad to see the updates. I have a question , Is it normal for a goat to have just one kid ? We have a mini la mancha doe that gave birth today around 3am to one baby buck . She doesn't look like she's still in labor should we be on look out for another kid? Also we bought her pregnant and never seen the buck she mated with but I am assuming it was a Nigerian Dwarf buck because the kid came out with ND ears and our mini la mancha has the elf ears .

[@BlueCactusDairyGoats]

Yes, they can have singles :). If she is a mini LaMancha, that means she can throw kids with Nigi ears. It's in her genes.

[@imjustnaturallyme2865]

Are your 8 does that were due in February still pregnant? My does have been late, so I'm just wondering if other folks with pregnant does are having the same issue...really late kidding?

[@lindawalker1529]

Yes I see what you’re talking about it’s very clear as to where the ligaments are and how they loosen and go in a V shape from the tail. I’ve never done any of this because, even though I’ve been raised around animals all my life. My dad thought that only he and my brother should be doing the birthing of animals. Silly man but a good man you raised 8 girls one boy, Daddy was extremely modest person and did not like his daughters around the animals have any babies

[@lindawalker1529]

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[@lindawalker1529]

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[@HannaFardew]

It seems like the closer dawn gets to kidding, the more she wants attention and scratches

[@italiascraftsstuff1413]

Why you don’t put them the same date, ( video)

[@leannnoneya3235]

I cant seem to find them. I got 1 due the 12th so I was feeling on other that stand for me to touch..I cant tell..😕

[@amandaclark1800]

Maybe you are feeling them and just don't know that it's what you are feeling. Keep checking and if a change happens, you will notice and then you will know.

[@leannnoneya3235]

@@amandaclark1800 never thought of it that way. I'll just keep an eye on they ,:) and checking to see if I notice a difference

[@jenniferbunker2757]

What do the ligaments feel like ?

[@jessicapabon2105]

Did Dawn have her babies yet?