A cat finally stepped inside to safety after weeks of living outside. Not long after, she had five tiny kittens by her side. BestFriendsFelinesAbout two months ago, Best Friends Felines, a volunteer-run rescue, was contacted by an independent rescuer about a heavily pregnant cat in urgent need of help.The expectant mother had been wandering the streets for several weeks. She had no microchip, and no one came forward to claim her. Thankfully, a foster volunteer was ready to step in, and the rescue team quickly arranged to bring her into care.A transport volunteer drove her to their veterinary clinic, where her pregnancy was confirmed, and she was due very soon. BestFriendsFelines"She settled into foster care quickly, showing her carer how sweet and confident she was," Best Friends Felines shared. "She has the most amazing ice-blue eyes, so her carer called her Freydis."With food finally abundant, Freydis ate to her heart's content, making up for lost time. Her belly grew rounder by the day. BestFriendsFelinesThen one day, tucked safely inside her foster home, Freydis delivered five healthy kittens. This might not have been her first litter, but it would be her last. "Daddy must have been a tabby, as we have four babies in varying shades of tabby."Among the litter were a classic brown tabby, a deep black tabby, a thin-striped gray tabby, and a gray tabby with bold swirls. The fifth kitten was a little lookalike of their mother. BestFriendsFelinesFreydis was a devoted and attentive mother, ensuring each kitten was well-fed, clean, and loved. By three weeks old, the kittens were plump and blissfully content, rolling in their nest and proudly showing off their milk-filled bellies.As their eyes opened and their legs strengthened, their curiosity blossomed. BestFriendsFelinesMama Freydis kept a watchful eye on her five little ones, making sure they didn't wander too far. "Watching them grow more aware and interactive each day is pure joy."They soon became little explorers, wobbling around as they tried to make sense of their surroundings. They toppled over, bumped into each other, rolled onto their backs, and attempted clumsy pounces as they tested their budding kitten skills. BestFriendsFelines"Freydis is clearly doing an amazing job keeping those bellies full, given how much she herself eats every day. She's starting to enjoy a few well-earned breaks up high, safely out of reach from her energetic little ones."At five weeks old, the kittens were a whirlwind of energy, filling the room with playful chaos. "They tear around like tiny tornadoes, exploring their world and discovering all the joys of kitten toys." BestFriendsFelinesFreydis guided them through their milestoneslearning to eat from a dish, mastering the litter box, and navigating their environment with confidence. Anja, the mama's lookalike, is especially inquisitive. When she's not bouncing from one adventure to the next, she's curled up in a warm lap.As Anja grew, her beautiful seal-point markings began to appear. BestFriendsFelinesNow that her kittens are becoming more independent, Freydis is finally taking time for herself. "She is wonderfully chatty and absolutely adores people. She'll happily hold a conversation and never says no to cuddles."Once her kittens are big enough, they'll be spayed and neutered, and Freydis will retire from motherhood and enjoy being the center of attention she always wanted. BestFriendsFelinesThanks to the rescuer and the dedicated team of volunteers, Freydis and her kittens are safe and will never again have to worry about food or shelter.Soon, they will set off on new adventures as they search for forever homes of their own. BestFriendsFelinesShare this story with your friends. More on Freydis, her kittens, and Best Friends Felines on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Arrives at Animal Shelter with Kittens Then Staff Notice She's Especially Close to the Smallest of the Litter