I'm not an expert but i was advised that the lockdown period is for them to maneuver into position ready to pip so they need no turning from this point or you wold be undoing all their hard work.
ok so was ready to s lockdown today as day 18 and had one hatch this morning. None of the others are showing signs of hatching so maybe a eager beaver? (all the same breed of Buff columbian Pekin chicken).
Also how long before she can stand and support herself? Been about 5 hours and she looks...
Wow been reading through this thread and its great. I'm on day 12 of my first ever hatch and just had to remove over half my eggs for not being fertile or no signs of life. Only 6 left but they are looking great (buff Columbian pekins). I really hope its goes well after this!