From OB nurse to midwife: calving season promotion

Kristen Sindelar
Apr 10, 2025
Apr 10, 2025

Calving midwife 1.JPG — Pulling a calf was a new experience for reporter Kristen Sindelar in calving season 2025.
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Calving is one of my favorite seasons on the farm. It is simply amazing to watch a newborn calf wobbling its way to the cow’s udder for its first meal within minutes of birth.

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Calving midwife 2.JPG — The one-day old calf stands with its mother after moving to the nursery pen.
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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.