my guinea pig justed had babys on christmas day

Question
she had three babys so far on christmas the last one she is not  doing any thing with  it she wonte clean it what do i do please help me

Answer
Jeannie --

Usually when a mother guinea pig ignores one of her babies, there is something seriously wrong with it.  However, here is what you can do to help the baby as best you can.  First, if you haven't already, gently clean it off with warm water and a clean washcloth.  Second, if the mother is allowing it to nurse, you're probably okay - just keep an eye on it.  If the mother isn't allowing it to nurse, you may try feeding it what we call milk sops.  Milk sops are a mixture of bread and milk, warmed up in the microwave (not hot, just warm.)  You want them to be mushy, but not thick.  Try feeding it by hand until you can get it to a vet and find out what's wrong.

I hope this is helpful.  If you have any more questions, please feel free to contact me.  Good luck!

Lorena