Maia’s Surprise! 🥹💕❤️
Our family farm has been experiencing so many incredible “firsts” lately, and we are beyond excited to finally share this one with you! 🥹❤️ Maia the wallaby has given us the most amazing surprise - AGAIN! ❤️❤️❤️
When Maia joined our family farm over a year ago, we had no idea what a journey she was about to take us on. Not long after her arrival, we discovered she had a hidden treasure in her pouch - a tiny joey already growing! That joey turned out to be Casper, our beautiful albino wallaby, who is now about a year old. 🤍 We were overjoyed and thought the surprises were over for a while… but Maia had other plans! 🥰💝
Over the last couple of months, we started noticing little movements in Maia’s pouch - tiny twitches and shifts that had us wondering. Naturally, we took a peek, and to our absolute amazement, there was ANOTHER tiny joey growing inside! We could not believe it!!!
But how is this even possible?! Wallabies have a fascinating ability called embryonic diapause, which allows them to pause the development of an embryo until conditions are just right. Unlike humans, who have one uterus, wallabies have two uteri, allowing them to manage multiple pregnancies at different stages. Maia likely mated before joining our family, and while Casper was still growing in her pouch, a second embryo was waiting in dormancy. Once Casper started venturing out, the dormant embryo resumed development - nature’s perfect timing! SO INCREDIBLE!!!
And this week… we got our very first glimpse of Maia’s newest little one! As we let the kangaroos and wallabies out for their morning exercise, a tiny face peeked out of Maia’s pouch for the very first time, melting our hearts all over again. 🥹💕 Maia is such an incredible mom, and we are in awe of the wonders of wallaby biology! We feel so lucky! ❤️
Now, the big question - will this joey be brown like Maia and Juno… or will it be ALBINO like Casper?! 🥹❤️🤍 And even more
Lily and Poppy are here to teach you all about red kangaroos! 🦘💕😊 Give the video a watch to learn some fun facts, and tell us…what’s your favorite fun fact about these amazing animals?! 😊🦘✨ And once we open up for self-guided walking tours in March, you can book a visit to meet our beautiful red kangaroos up close…along with some of our other furry friends here on the farm! They will steal your hearts just like they did ours.❤️ Learn more online at www.majesticmeadowsalpacas.com , Just click the ‘Book Now’ tab to see everything we have to offer! Thank you from our family farm! 💕 #redkangaroo #kangaroo #animalfacts #familyfarm
POV: You woke up craving a sweet potato 🍠💖🥰 Cactus Jack clearly knows how to start the day right with his breakfast munchies! What’s on your plate this morning? 🍳🥞🍓☺️ Wishing everyone a sweet, safe, and wonderful day ahead! 💖 To learn more about our family farm and all we have to offer : head online at www.majesticmeadowsalpacas.com ❤️ #haveagoodday #morningvibes #porcupine
On the way to Coraline’s ultrasound!❤️
On the way to Coraline’s ultrasound!🥰💝
Our sweet Coraline recently had another checkup, and we’re so excited to share that all signs remain pointing to her uterus being full and a baby (or babies!) on the way! This journey has been such a special first-time experience for our family farm, as we prepare to welcome capybara babies for the very first time!
In the video, you’ll see Charlie, one of our lovable dogs, tagging along to check on Coraline during her ultrasound. He always knows when someone could use a little extra comfort, and his calming presence brought just the reassurance Coraline needed. Also, Charlie and Coraline already happen to have a very special bond!🥰💕 Moments like these truly capture the love and care that fills our farm family!!!
While we originally thought Coraline might deliver sooner based on early signs, we’ve learned that capybara pregnancies can be a little unpredictable. Since this is Coraline’s first pregnancy - and our first time experiencing this process - it’s been a learning journey for all of us. What we do know is that nature works on its own schedule, and Coraline will have her babies when the time is just right!❤️
In the meantime, Coraline is healthy, happy, and receiving all the love and care she deserves as we eagerly wait for her big moment.🥰💝
Thank you all for your continued patience, excitement, and kindness throughout this journey. Coraline is such a cherished part of our farm, and her well-being will always be our top priority.
We can’t wait to share more updates and sweet moments like this as we continue to wait for the arrival of her little one(s)!
With love,
The Majestic Meadows Alpacas & Boutique Family ❤️
Happy New Year from all of us at Majestic Meadows Alpacas & Boutique! ✨🥳🎉❤️As we count down to 2025 with our amazing animal family - each one bringing a big smile to our hearts - we want to take a moment to thank YOU, our wonderful visitors, for an incredible year. Your support, kindness, and love for our beloved animals mean the world to ALL of us at our local family farm. We’ve created so many cherished memories, and we’re excited for what’s to come in the year ahead!!! 💖🐾🤗While we’re closed today for New Year’s Day, we’ll also be pausing self-guided walking tours for the colder months. But we’re thrilled to offer private encounters for the first time ever - a cozy way to enjoy our farm this winter! 🦦 Visit our website at www.majesticmeadowsalpacas.com for all the details! From our family (and every species!) to yours, here’s to a happy, healthy, and love-filled New Year! 🥰💕 See you soon! #happynewyear #newyear
Quinn is living her BEET life today. 🤗❤️ Watching our sweet prehensile-tailed porcupine munch on her treat is the cutest thing and NEVER gets old! Little moments like this make every day on our family farm so special. 🥰💕P.S. Visit our website to find out all the festive fun we have this holiday season and exciting things coming up in the new year at www.majesticmeadowsalpacas.com 🎄✨ #familyfarm #happyholidays #porcupine
Happy Birthday Captain & Coraline!!!💝🎉🥰💘
Today we celebrate Captain and Coraline’s 2nd birthday! 🥳🥹💝 This past year has been full of love, laughter, and unforgettable moments with these two, and we’ve created a 3-minute video to highlight some of their sweetest memories. ❤️
Captain and Coraline are truly special, and their joy and calm presence have touched not only our hearts but also the hearts of so many others. We’re endlessly grateful for these two and for everyone who has shown them love and support along the way. Your kindness means the world to us and to them, and we’re so thankful to share this journey with you. 💕❤️
Come wish C & C a special Happy Birthday today by heading online at www.majesticmeadowsalpacas.com and signing up for Holiday Cheer Weekends and/or Winter Wonderland Nights on the Farm❤️💚💕
Up Close with Coraline💖🥰🥬
Lettuce be real… just one bite isn’t enough! 😋🥬❤️ Coraline the Capybara agrees! 🥰💖
Looking for a unique animal encounter? “Chillin’ with the Capybaras” is the perfect way to connect with our gentle giants, Captain and Coraline! 💕💝🥰
During this private half-hour session, you’ll:
✨ Interact with them up close
✨ Feed them their favorite snacks
✨ Give them belly rubs and scratches
✨ Learn about their unique behaviors
And right now, you’ll enjoy extra special moments with Coraline as her due date keeps getting closer! For anyone who doesn’t know already, she is expected to welcome little ones by the end of this year! She loves all the extra support and care she has been receiving by everyone.💖❤️ This relaxing and memorable experience is great for animal lovers of all ages.
📅 Spots are limited, so book your reservation today and make memories you’ll treasure forever! www.majesticmeadowsalpacas.com
Snow Day❄️🦦🥰
Making special memories! 🦦☃️❄️❤️ Asia, Indie, Opal, and Ozzie couldn’t resist inspecting this frosty surprise! 😊 Big thanks to our amazing farm staff and friend, Libby Dietz Jackson , for capturing this sweet moment. 🥰🦦💕
We hope everyone is staying warm and safe! Plan your visit to our family farm and create your very own special memories—book online at www.majesticmeadowsalpacas.com 💖
Need a little sweetness to brighten your day? 🧡☺️ Spend one minute of pure cuteness with Cactus Jack, our prehensile-tailed porcupine, as he happily munches on a sweet potato treat! 🥰🍠💕His tiny munches and big personality are guaranteed to make you smile—press play and enjoy the cutest snack time ever! 💕❤️Learn more about our family farm and book a visit online at www.majesticmeadowsalpacas.com ❤️ #fridayvibes #porcupine #snacks