Yes! My first day with a video camera and a cow is calving!!!
This cow had never had a calf before, and needed a little assistance from my husband. Most cows deliver without assistant, but when there is a problem we use a device to slowly assist the cow when she is pushing. We always make sure that the calf is born in a clean, dry area. This cow is having her calf in a deep straw pack.
ITS A GIRL! Everything went smoothly and baby and mommy are doing great. After each calf is born, we dip the navel (umbilical corn) with Iodine. Iodine dries up the cord and prevents bacteria from entering into the system of the calf. We also give the calf a few oral vaccinations. Within 6 hours, each calf is fed colostrum. Colostrum is the first milk produced by the cow. It is powerpacked with nutrients and natural antibodies to ensure a healthy calf. Calves are separated from their mothers to ensure the best individual care and monitoring, especially in the first 24 hours.
Here is a video of the cow licking off her calf.
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