That is AMAZING news!!! I am so happy for you!!! You're right that it's a hatching miracle -- especially since they're so late. Congratulations on a job very well done!
I understand that completely! I drive my husband crazy with every hatch because I'm sure something has happened and they won't hatch. Yours really have had a rough start and it may be that none hatch, even with all your help. Even though I do often help chicks that are obviously shrink...
They will normally hatch within 24 hours after pipping through the egg cell....if they're going to hatch. Has it been that long since you noticed the pipped one? Once they get to those last few days they really shouldn't be messed with at all. They're getting into position to hatch. They are...
If you see movement then leave them alone and wait....just like you thought you'd hear. It could be they're a bit delayed with the snow storm and cold temps. Do not turn up the heat, though! Also, if you see they've pipped through the air cell then close the incubator and don't open it...