Broody hen left eggs on day 18 for possibly overnight....is all hope lost?

slg2007

Chirping
5 Years
Jun 7, 2016
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This is my first time trying to hatch eggs with a broody. I found her off the eggs on the morning of day 18 and they were cold. Not sure if she was off all night or just for a few hours that morning. I had candled the eggs on day 16 and all looked viable. Now it's day 20 and no pipping so far. I am a worried mama! Is all hope lost or is there still a chance?
 
Great news! Broody got off her nest for a bit today so I was able to see the eggs. One has definitely pipped, right at the 20 day mark so I guess there is still hope for the other 3.
 

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