1st eggs are small. Is this normal?

[Papa chick]

I have Rhode Island Reds. All eggs are from same hen. #1 & #3 are normal (oval), but small. 2nd is more round. They are 5 mo old.

 

[GodLovesU]

Small eggs when pullets start laying is normal.Here’s an article about common egg problems:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/common-egg-quality-problems.65923/

 

[TooCheep]

Yes, very normal.

Early (pullet) eggs start smaller and grow over time to full-sized. Also unusual eggs (double yolkers, odd shells, etc.) are more likely early on as their systems mature.

That said, the eggs are perfectly edible. Congratulate them and enjoy!

 

[Papa chick]

Thank you. Good info!

 

[Papa chick]

Yes, very normal.

Early (pullet) eggs start smaller and grow over time to full-sized. Also unusual eggs (double yolkers), odd shells, etc. are more likely early on as their systems mature.

That said, the eggs are perfectly edible. Congratulate them and enjoy!

 

[Papa chick]

Thank you! Now at ease. She was attacked by something a month or so ago. Had damage to her back and right wing. Lost 3 others in the attack. Just watched her and no medical action taken. She is doing great now and starting to flap her wing now. Letting nature take it's course.

 

[Papa chick]

Yes, very normal.

Early (pullet) eggs start smaller and grow over time to full-sized. Also unusual eggs (double yolkers, odd shells, etc.) are more likely early on as their systems mature.

That said, the eggs are perfectly edible. Congratulate them and enjoy!

 

[Papa chick]

Is it time to change feed? Almost done with the starter 20% for layers. What is the next step? Thanks in advance!

 

[aart]

Is it time to change feed? Almost done with the starter 20% for layers. What is the next step? Thanks in advance!

I've always fed a 20% 'all flock' type feed.
Just provide oyster shells in a separate container.