My cat had her first litter of kittens last night

Question
She only had three kittens....is this normal for a first litter? Someone told me that it's a little low....she started birthing around 9pm last night and finished around 11:30pm. She hasn't left the box she had them in yet so I haven't been able to feel her belly. Could she have one stuck inside her still?

Answer
Hi Janet,

First litters can be anything from one to more kittens. If she had 3, don't worry. Her belly should be soft when you feel her. If she still seems in labor then take her to the vet. One tip for you, feed her kitten food. It will give her the higher nutritional values she needs for nursing. Good luck with mom and kids.

Ciao, Karen