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put mama in the nest first, then put the chick right next to her so she can safely tuck it under her... if you put the chick in first i think you risk more injury when you stuff mama in on top of her, especially if mama is upset about being moved... after you clean the nest box, you'll have to...

It sounds like that nest box needs to be cleaned. Can you pick up mama and baby and put them in a nearby nest box? Then clean out the one she was in. I think mama will likely be happy to be on the baby even if you move her. If you are really concerned you can try just lifting mama up and...