The babies are very cute. I am glad you had success with that litter. Breeding hedgehogs is not something to take lightly. A lot of first time moms do not do well with the babies, some will kill them. I hope you have pedigree info on the parents, so that you did not breed hedgehogs that could pass on WHS.
Recently, I had a mom have difficulties. First baby was born died, second one was stuck half way out, butt first. I had to rush her to the vet's office just at closing time. #2 also died. The vet gave mom pitocin and took her home with him. #3 baby was finally delivered dead after 6 hrs. Mom was very sick after that from this, but survived with extra care at home. Vet bill $200 and female is now retired.
Recently, I had a mom have difficulties. First baby was born died, second one was stuck half way out, butt first. I had to rush her to the vet's office just at closing time. #2 also died. The vet gave mom pitocin and took her home with him. #3 baby was finally delivered dead after 6 hrs. Mom was very sick after that from this, but survived with extra care at home. Vet bill $200 and female is now retired.
