How to tell when your goat is about to give birth? | What to expect when expecting | Gizmo Zoomies

[@TSUNAMI-MAMI]

Gizmo is just sooooo sweet 🥹

[@wordsmithwearables]

Gizmo is so adorable 🥰

[@jeanannkline5662]

Your video is very informative. Your girls look great and ready to have their babies. Little Gismo is so cute and makes me laugh. Which I need, thank you. God bless you.

[@lindaborntrager9098]

So good to see Gizie out and about! So stinkin CUTE!!

[@PKOriginals]

I understand that there is no “sure” way to tell, but you did a great job of explaining why it’s not possible to tell and then good guidance on watching, checking, and waiting. Gizmo is absolutely adorable, I love him. I imagine he is already sold.

[@zioncreekfarm]

Thank you and no, Gizmo is still available! Are you looking to add another black and white to your black and whites 🤔😬☺️ You have my email as long as those in front of you on the list don’t take him ☺️

[@PKOriginals]

@@zioncreekfarm oh my goodness, don’t tempt me!

[@PKOriginals]

@@zioncreekfarm email sent…

[@karenborden6776]

Poor Puddin. Then there’s Frosty the supermodel. Love gizmo’s ears.❤

[@2bornot2b60]

Shawn, I am just along for the ride, you know what you are doing. Those babies come when they are good and ready around there due dates. I just enjoy all the goats, boys and girls. The babies are the icing on the cake.

[@lindamaskus5142]

Gizmo is so dang precious. Congrats Shawn on Gizmo coming around to good health.

[@lauriemarquis4887]

That's a big responsibility for a goat caretaker. I hope all goes well for her. She doesn't need any surprises. The ladies are looking well-rounded.

[@doriskuhberger8559]

Very informative Shawn. Thank you so much for sharing that. Gizmo is very cute. Love and Blessings to you all. Doris, Penrith 🇦🇺🦘 ❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@kathleenwilson9510]

You are going to have lots of babies goats in April 😊your goats are all pretty

[@ds3333]

I'm happy that Gizmo has made it this far! Hopefully all will be well.

[@jenniferthomas2441]

How Puddin can possibly go much longer..seriously..sweet girl..but I know she has to. Geezzz. Gizmo is looking so good and that is just wonderful!! What a cutie.

[@WinkTartanBelle]

Cassie at Walker Farm Fam is apparently buying babydoll sheep. I left them a comment on their latest video about yours being for sale. I had a small herd of Saanen goats maybe 20 years ago. Never did get any good at being able to tell when they were about to kid, myself. At least never any closer than "sometime this week?"

[@SweetLike]

I’ve never felt ligaments in person but after hearing all the explanations I feel ready to try. I’m looking around me for anyone who has goats so I can try my skill!

[@zioncreekfarm]

🤣😂🤣 just walk up to random goat peeps and ask if you can feel ligaments. I would totally let you!

[@helenkanthack9329]

Oh my goodness, so happy to see baby Gizmo out and about. Just thinking back a few days/nights ago, you weren't sure what to expect. And now, look at him. He's adorable. BTW, what gives baby goats the right to be so dang cute. My heart can hardly handle it. 💕💕💕💕

[@zioncreekfarm]

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[@stacyrice8348]

🍀Gizmo is a cutie pie 🥰!! I sure hope he has a long life❤!!

[@loriknight3145]

Gizmo is so cute. Good job at explain how to tell. I laughed at u when you were showing how to tell on the ligament and she was like leave me alone I was eating … that one that was laying down she looks miserable.

[@zioncreekfarm]

That is Sprinkles that for some reason this year has decided not to let me check her ligaments. ☺️

[@ruthashcraft6679]

You do such an awesome job answering questions! Poor pudding looks miserable. OMGOSH Gizmo is so dang cute.

[@dianehammack2188]

Hi Shawn. You did a great job explaining all of that. There's alot of variables. And sometimes, expect the unexpected. Lol. Gizmo is so precious. It thrilled my heart to see him out prancing around and playing. His ears are darling. I just want to pick him up and snuggle for a little while. Thanks for a very interesting video with a very cute ending. You and H have a great week and take care.

[@katesgardenchickencatrambl7680]

Gizmo is great. So precious. You got some big momma goats, and some yoga mom goats. LOL

[@psce9411]

Thanks again. Another good one. That baby is a doll!

[@moemanda5020]

Truly the best ending we could ask for!!! How do you deal with all that cute?????🥰

[@zioncreekfarm]

Give them lots of hugs, that usually helps, and eventually you get tired of mama yelling right in your face to put her baby down 🤣😂🤣

[@bettyfreeman9253]

That little one is so cute!!! You really know your goats Shawn! Very interesting!

[@jmcgovern6454]

Thanks for showing the differences between each pregnant goat. More babies on the farm is exciting 😊

[@donnaA1000]

You did a great job explaining how to tel when your goats will kid! Gizmo is just the cutest looking forward to watching him more! Thank you Shawn 🙂

[@ALilBitWitchy]

Omg i hope Gizmos ears stay like that!!🐿️✨💕

[@zioncreekfarm]

🤣 they are already starting to stand up 🐿️✨💕

[@ALilBitWitchy]

@@zioncreekfarm dang it! Can’t win for nothing!😂

[@cindyboard7816]

Gizmo is ADORABLE!! It is so good to see him and Moonie out enjoying themselves!!! I think you answered that comment very well. I agree with you completely! I'm guessing the person is caring for Nigerians, because different breeds may even be more difficult. For instance, Pygmy goats that have lots more hair which could be disguising their body shape. All of the Zion Creek mamas are looking fat and sassy!!! In a short amount of time you are going to have babies everywhere!! I can't wait!!! Zoomies galore!!! Stay safe guys!!!

[@juliasilvrants9556]

Poor Muffin. She looks uncomfortable. Gizmo looks so good. Continue to pray. Just like human Moms. Everyone carries different and babies come when they come

[@tinam.8666]

You are so informative. I love you goats and sheep.❤

[@shirleylipscomb6212]

HAhahahaahahahahaaha ... Shawn, that was hilarious lunch on the left baby on the right ....😂😂😂 i've replayed that 4 times it's so funny.. thank you for the laughter

[@zioncreekfarm]

🤣☺️

[@TSUNAMI-MAMI]

It’s just like with humans! Some petite women barely ever look pregnant, others get huge like they swallowed a basketball. Some big women take forever to show, others show right away! It all depends on their build and a variety of other things ❤

[@zioncreekfarm]

Exactly ☺️

[@jayjohnson8426]

Yep with my girls I popped out real early and looked nearly full term halfway through but with my boy my 3rd pregnancy even at 20 weeks I was just starting to look pregnant and only just aswell

[@jenniferthomas2441]

Oh this is very true. Even the same person can carry different each time and I know in our family some of my siblings and I looked all different. My one sister always looked so tiny and petite while she was pregnant while a couple of us got huge..all of us girls had the same parents.

[@TSUNAMI-MAMI]

@@jenniferthomas2441 yup! The body is an amazing thing while creating life, and each experience is different! Every time!

[@denisehersh2097]

599 VIEWS, 313 THUMBS, MONDAY 10:10PM. EST. THAT LITTLE GUY IS ADORABLE, PRAYERS THEY ALL HAVE A SAFE DELIVERY. ❤💘

[@jeanc8389]

Really enjoyed this video. It was informative and just enjoyable to see all the baby bumps in the girls. And the great ending with a healthy baby! Great video ❤

[@darlenestover8893]

Wow, Gizmo is a lot bigger already!

[@katherinemclean7103]

So crazy! Maybe just sleep in the barn. 🌞🙄❤ Prayers for health, discernment, and safety!🙏❤🙏

[@terryjohnson6392]

I'm glad you have all that information down when each will kid or a close to😊 date

[@zioncreekfarm]

I have notes 😬☺️

[@lisabuccaleoni831]

Poor puddin not going to get a beach bod back after her due date anytime soon.

[@zioncreekfarm]

🤣

[@catherinebeston2044]

Boys don't seem to mind. They love all the ladies. 😂

[@mel49ers]

Very informative an lot ve see the Gizmo he’s so cute!

[@annettebischoff9715]

That baby is to cute

[@CJ-sg3vs]

I think I’m more nervous with all the goats about to give birth than Shawn.

[@wordsmithwearables]

I'm right there with you! I'm out of town this weekend and worried about how I'll keep up with the updates 😅

[@zioncreekfarm]

😬☺️

[@jessiMBS3383]

You did a great job explaining. I follow the dates then when it gets close to those dates, I watch the udder. When the udder starts to fill, I start to check ligaments. And I still come out to babies the next morning sometimes 😂! A couple of mine can go from no signs of labor or pending labor to babies in just a couple hours. They like to throw surprises in there for sure...

[@oceanbreeze408]

Thanks Shawn

[@michellewarren5433]

Gizmo is the cutest little goaty goat 😊❤

[@kimfrommn7162]

You have a good description of what to watch for in a goat when it gets closer to having her baby!! If you didn't know those things that you explained well, you wouldn't have any idea!! Right?! So give yourself some credit!! 🤗 How about weather change/pressure change?! Babies do come unexpected with pressure changes?!? Just saying!! I'm not a farmer, I just love animals!! Have a Great Week!!! 🤗♥️🙏🏼

[@zioncreekfarm]

Weather is definitely a factor as well! ☺️

[@Fig1942]

This was such a neat video! We've or I've learned so much for when I get my goats. Lol. I'm 80, but am still dreaming. 😂 I think 2 is enough for me, both girls. I'll worry about a daddy for the babies later.

[@zioncreekfarm]

That’s awesome. They do require some work but that’s the perfect place to start, 2 little ladies 🤗☺️

[@louiseallen355]

i appreciate you. these girls are much smaller so i am going to say no babies here. i will do a video tomorrow and post on my channel

[@jessiMBS3383]

If they have formed an udder a bit, then I say pregnant. I had one goat that I wasn't sure if she took when bred until I saw her little udder forming. Then I thought for sure it was only one baby, and she popped out 2 tiny ones 😂.

[@louiseallen355]

@@jessiMBS3383 i am not seeing udder and i cant get my hands on either of them :(

[@jessiMBS3383]

@@louiseallen355 If you don't see an udder, they are either not bred or still about 3 or more weeks from kidding. Goats tend to start to get an udder about 1 month before kidding and it will really "pop" in the days leading up to giving birth.

[@barbaralavoie1045]

Everybody and goat are different it appears☺️ Time will tell is what it boils down to.

[@nancyfeddersen4277]

Hi, thanks for the info.

[@anitamiller7169]

Oh gizmo!!

[@jessgunn6639]

WHY AM I SEEING ALL THOSE TO BE MAMMAS WEARING SLIPPERS AND DRESSING GOWNS? LMAO

[@zioncreekfarm]

🤣

[@jenniebatsel7993]

Another great educational video. You always do well at explaining even when it’s something you can’t really explain due to the variabilities like in this video. I’m so glad Gizmo is up and bouncing around just as I know you and H are. Will you do the banding on Ferdi? Has he left for his new home yet?

[@zioncreekfarm]

I will be banding Ferdi. He’s still here but planned to go to his new home on April 2

[@dorcaswatson4873]

Crystal's first baby is due today. And she has been doing some really good birthing videos the last couple of days😢

[@zioncreekfarm]

So funny that she released her video early yesterday 🤣😂🤣. I think she said the same thing but in a more eloquent manner 🤣

[@floraledet6973]

It so happens Crystal just posted this today to answer those questions for those who are uncertain about their doe showing signs of getting ready to kid!! This is Blue Cactus Dairy Goats Link ⬇️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2W4c39rhb2EoMk

[@zioncreekfarm]

Thanks for sharing. I think she did a much better explanation than I did 🤣

[@devenlamar3900]

It's the deep bodied does u have to worried about they can hide baby's where a smaller frame lanky girl carries all there. Best thing u can do u got it .145 days start watching the bump for the pop in that udder and ligaments. That's the best I can say. Each goat just like each woman is different. A slow roll to water breaks now. Lol All I can say is good luck lol

[@zioncreekfarm]

Yeah breeding date is always the best info buts sounds like she was told they were coming at the end of April. 145-155 days so there’s still a 10 day window. ☺️

[@TSUNAMI-MAMI]

Puddin looks so ridiculous 🤰

[@zioncreekfarm]

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[@vickibermudez6238]

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[@lillieerismsn8620]

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[@megslittlehouseinthecountry]

Well it seems best to just know when you does were with the bucks. And count from there. but yeah, you have several does all due within two weeks of one another with different builds and they all show differently. I know it's the same with women, I always was showing from 6 weeks out, and by 6 months was having people asking when I was due I looked that big! I have a short torso and had nowhere to hide it! 💖😂💖

[@zioncreekfarm]

Yes, breeding date is definitely the greatest factor but that still leaves a 10 day window. The person I made the video for seems to have been in a scenario where they were babysitting temporarily and was just told, the end of April. They were sure what exactly to look for ☺️

[@laurieswain3832]

Great 👍🏿

[@LindaPoorman]

If Puddin holds off until the 20th, can you name the baby Jazzy or Jade or both? Fabulous Lady H, please take my side lol. My birthday is April 20th and I dislike being told that I have the same birthday as Hitler and the other reference 4/20 holds every year lol. Your herd is looking gorgeous and healthy

[@zioncreekfarm]

🤣 I’ll run that by her. If it’s a baby we’re not keeping, sure! ☺️

[@LindaPoorman]

@@zioncreekfarm you are a hoot lol. Have a wonderful day

[@ritamulloy3522]

😘❤️

[@charmaineharmse3937]

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[@Sarah1211.]

My goat has been dripping milk since yesterday morning. Is she going to give birth soon ??

[@tiffanytupper8983]

🕯🧡💜🧡

[@66danette]

I have a 6 year old that has no ligaments now or I can’t find them and she is due April 13

[@66danette]

I have caught all births but one and she has me driving crazy….that might be a short drive but anyways. I am dumbfounded by no Ligs now for four days

[@jessiMBS3383]

​@@66danette I have heard of some goats losing their ligaments and then they come back a little. There is always an exception with pregnancy with anything lol! Hopefully they don't drive you crazy for too long.

[@zioncreekfarm]

Yeeeeesss, this! We’ve also had goats that have had ligaments come back. Thank you start thinking you’re going crazy or maybe they were there and you missed something ☺️

[@jayjohnson8426]

They all look big to me goats always look fat i carnt tell the difference new to all this dont judge whsts with lunch on left babies on right I only know dogs and what I've learnt watching Lester and jami from imasurvivour and they dont have baby goats

[@zioncreekfarm]

It is definitely difficult to tell sometimes and all but 5 of our girls are pregnant. Cookie always looks pregnant. Yup, lunch on the left and babies on the right (or runts on the right) but at this point babies are kind of everywhere in there ☺️

[@devenlamar3900]

Shame on u not knowing their due dates. 4 weeks is a big difference. They can grow up to 4 inches in the last month. That's big on a goat.

[@zioncreekfarm]

I know all of our does breeding dates. I just have them on my phone and can’t reference the exact date while recording. The person I made the video for was temporarily babysitting someone’s goats and was simply told, the end of April so she was asking what signs to look for ☺️

[@devenlamar3900]

@@zioncreekfarm oh I figured something like that lol had to give u a hard time

[@zioncreekfarm]

@@devenlamar3900 🤣😂🤣

[@dianehammack2188]

Hi Shawn. You did a great job explaining all of that. There's alot of variables. And sometimes, expect the unexpected. Lol. Gizmo is so precious. It thrilled my heart to see him out prancing around and playing. His ears are darling. I just want to pick him up and snuggle for a little while. Thanks for a very interesting video with a very cute ending. You and H have a great week and take care.