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You're doing just fine! I would suggest only feeding no5 as she or he is the only one not gaining weight.
The umbilical cord doesn't hurt anything if it stays attached for a period of time.
If the kitten was stuck and couldn't breathe or was being strangled by the birth canal then there's a possibility brain cells have been damaged
But mostly, I wouldnt worry too much! Everything sounds fine except for no5. Start supplementing every 2 hours as much as the baby will take. If he or she is resistant, try for a little bit every hour until you both get adjusted. The proper math for feeding is 8mLs for every ounce per day, separated into several different periods.
Kittens at this age don't do much more than suckle and sleep. No5 could just not be able to compete with the others. Even with 6 nipples for 4 kittens!
You got this! Let me know how the vets visit goes, and how else I can help
The umbilical cord doesn't hurt anything if it stays attached for a period of time.
If the kitten was stuck and couldn't breathe or was being strangled by the birth canal then there's a possibility brain cells have been damaged
But mostly, I wouldnt worry too much! Everything sounds fine except for no5. Start supplementing every 2 hours as much as the baby will take. If he or she is resistant, try for a little bit every hour until you both get adjusted. The proper math for feeding is 8mLs for every ounce per day, separated into several different periods.
Kittens at this age don't do much more than suckle and sleep. No5 could just not be able to compete with the others. Even with 6 nipples for 4 kittens!
You got this! Let me know how the vets visit goes, and how else I can help