[debbigord]

Expectant ewe passed initial labour bits in the early morning- 2ish- first small string and bubble. Still nothing else and no signs of her being in active labour. Is this a normal time frame- feels a bit wrong, her vulva is still pink, not dark. The rest of the flock are lambing, but I thought she was a little behind.

[MrsJ]

Is she a first timer?  They take a bit longer but I would think she should have had it by now.  Could the "initial labour bits" have been something else?  Have you seen the water bag?   

[debbigord]

Yes, she is a first timer. No other signs of being in labour. Feels wrong if you know what I mean. Have called a more experienced friend who is coming to have a look. Will update later, fingers crossed!

[debbigord]

Seems a mystery all round. Friend says she is a way off lambing, but she definately passed the initial string. Have put her in, made her comfy and will keep an eye.

[SallyintNorth]

Feels wrong if you know what I mean.

Always go with your gut.    Hope the friend can help 

Ah, just seen update after friend's visit.  It could be she's aborted one lamb and may have (an)other(s) in there - we've got one just the same actually.  We know she's not due for another 6 days at least but yesterday the waterbag was there.  After a few hours I had a feel and nothing.  She's bright, alert, eating, happy, not straining.  We will just wait.

[princesslayer]

Can the mucus  plug come away sometime in advance of labour starting? Could be that.

[Me]

They can lose a little mucus way off lambing with no bother - plus the alternatives listed above

[debbigord]

Thankyou all so much, It's great to know you are all out there, your advice and experience is such a help when there seems to be so much to learn.
I will watch and wait....and let you know....

[debbigord]

We watched, and waited..... And yesterday evening she popped out 2 lovely healthy ram lambs unaided in about an hour. I really didn't expect a happy ending to this one and am delighted! Always learning......thanks again to all x

[Jukes Mum]

Great news debbigord. Or should I say great news for you- but not a comfort for me. My first (ever) ewe is due today and has a little mucus/string. Was thinking things may be happening, but if she does the same as yours, then I could be waiting another 5 days  not sure my nerves can take this. I think I might start pacing like an expectant father soon 
She's currently grazing happily and showing no signs at all of relieving my concern 

[debbigord]

Ha ha, yes, I know that feeling.....
Keep us posted with news, how exciting for you.

[Jukes Mum]

Tum tee tum 
Tempted to go squeeze her. Or maybe feed her hot curry 

[MrsJ]

Take her for a ride in the car down a bumpy road Jukes mum?  Maybe not!  Patience is what is required.

Debbiegord - that's fantastic news! 

[Jukes Mum]

I think things are happening- she's taken herself into the sheep shelter and is pacing around in there and up and down like a yo-yo. Going out for a peek.....

[debbigord]

Sounds good if she is up and down. Really hope all goes well........update soon please