[mawalla]

I get lots of triplets in my flock, 5 sets so far this season, which started last week! I keep my ewes well fed so that they produce the milk to feed their lambs. I will grain a ewe the day she lambs if she has had twins or triplets, not full ration, though, until a few days have passed. I have hay available at all times and allow them free grazing. I will watch my lambs closely and if any seem to need a supplemental bottle I will do it. So far I only have one out of 15 that is requiring it and I only started him last night. I will leave him with the rest of the flock so that he can still nurse off of the ewe.

Keep your eyes and ears open. If a lamb looks puny or if it crys a lot it is probably hungry and might could use a little extra. Also check your ewe's condition regularly. Feeding multiples will be quite taxing on her body and she may need to have her ration increased.

 

[mawalla]

When I have to start a bottle baby sometimes they fight the nipple. In order for them to learn that there is good stuff in there I stand with them between my legs and their head facing forward, this prevents them from running off. I put the nipple in their mouth and cup their chin in my hand while gently squeezing the nipple to let some milk flow into their mouth. They soon learn and then all I have to do is hold the bottle down to them.