Devoted Care of Mother Mice

Mother mice are devoted caregivers. When babies, called pups, are born,

they are blind, hairless, and completely dependent. Mama mouse keeps them warm by curling

around them and using her body heat to regulate their temperature. She licks and grooms

them constantly, which helps keep them clean and stimulates their circulation. She nurses them

frequently, feeding them rich, nutrient-packed milk. For the first two

weeks, the pups cannot eat solid food at all. Mama also protects

her babies from predators and potential threats, often moving them to new nests if

she senses danger. She teaches them early skills like grooming and exploring safely,