Don't feel bad... you meant well. We just learn from these experiences. I had to help my 2 ducklings this morning after 50+ hours... They stuck to the membrane and could not roll so they could not zip. I saw no vessels so I zipped for them and let them finish the pushing. Hope I did not ruin...
Is there any way you can open a hole or take a knob out to let air circulate but not much humidity out? Most bators have these knobs you remove once you see eggs hatching. I guess you can also quickly open and close the door so you get some oxygen in.
I know is really stressful!!!
You can...
I just don't recommend any involvement unlesssssss... you already see the chick, you see the dry membrane and 24 hours have passed... the thing is that when you get your hands touch them... it sooooo hard to stop! Been there done that! And when you do it while internal piping is happening is...