And, so it begins...

[SunnyDay123]

We are so very new to chickens. My parents have chickens and got a couple for my young daughter who loves chickens. They are one of her favorite animals. And, now I am incubating eggs with my young daughter. Since we can't have chickens where we live at least we can let her watch and see them as babies.

Right now, we are incubating 20 eggs of all different breeds. We'll find out what they are when they hatch which is exciting. The eggs we got from my daughter's Lil Farmer class are a mixture as are the ones from my parents. Thankfully, I found out about this place from my parents.

We have lots of pets. A dog, a couple of cats, fish, tadpoles, bugs, caterpillars...you name it, especially injured bugs. If it's small enough, my daughter will bring it home as a pet to rescue and help.

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

 

[K3nzi3]

Welcome! Good luck on your incubation!

 

[SunnyDay123]

Welcome! Good luck on your incubation!

Thanks! I'm a little nervous. We ended up with a staggered hatch and trying to figure out what I should do.

 

[N F C]

I've never incubated eggs before but plenty of other members have. In case you haven't found it yet, here's where you can get some help with your hatch:
Incubating & Hatching Eggs

Best of luck, hope it all goes well!

P.S. I loved reading about your DD's caring attitude toward animals, that's great!

 

[chicken4prez]

Welcome to BYC! Make yourself comfortable!

 

[drumstick diva]

Sending great hatching vibes your way

 

[staceyj]

You'll find lots of families with menageries here!

 

[sourland]

A big BYC welcome to you and your daughter. If it is at all possible, physically separate the incubating eggs into appropriate groups. Hatched chicks can be very active and roll 'younger' eggs around.

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under SunnyDay123 Welcome and best wishes for a good hatch!