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Stillborn baby

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Question
We woke up yesterday to our guinea pig and 2 new babies.  We didn't know she was pregnant.
Last night she had another one that was stillborn and she had a rough time with it my husband had to help her along.  Will she have problems feeding the other two now that she has lost one.  Will she be looking around for the third?

Answer
Hi Haley
the babies will be up and foraging within a few hours of being born but will still suckle. The mother will not be fretting for the missing baby so dont worry.
She will have her hands full with the 2 that are ok. Enjoy the new additions, they will amaze you with their antics.