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As long as she's not picking on it, it's OK. But I would keep watch. First time broodies can be unpredictable. Having staggered hatches are also problematic, so it's best to try to have her sit on all the same start day. She may get up before they are done, in some cases. Good luck.

Usually the hen will call the chicks back under her, not peck them. If she senses something wrong, she may peck a chick. Or if she's just not a good mom. It bears careful watching, to see, you may need to separate the chick if she's pecking it. I would use some veterycin and a Qtip to clean...