Montgomery County MD area. Is there anyone out there who would like a broody hen for raising chicks? Melly is a great mom, but I can't have anymore chicks - my backyard is full up. Last year she gladly raised 5 chicks that I got from the Tractor Supply store and slipped under her one night. She was an attentive and protective mother - keep those chicks under her control for weeks past when any other hen would "wean" them. I hate to see her all broody with no hope of motherhood (not to mention she's hogging the "good" nest box). And I've had no luck breaking her! I've tried it all. So, I thought that if someone out there would like a hen to raise some chicks, Melly would love to help you out.