required for effective performance of, and by, an entry-level International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. The IBLCE certification program offers a voluntary credential and that certification does not necessarily confer the right or privilege to practice. Individuals who hold the IBCLC credential must
The bones of fetal kittens become mineralized at around day 40-45 of gestation. If radiographs taken of the pregnant cat reveal the skeletons of the kittens, then we can say that the fetal age of those kittens is at least 40-45 days or more.
Kittens' tiny bones are formed by about the 54th day of the pregnancy, so an X-ray will show a clear picture of your cat's impending brood. Just over seven weeks is a little late in the game, but the X-rays won't harm the kittens and at least you'll know how many teeny tiny booties to knit.