Can a newly laying hen lay fertilized eggs?

[Eckielady]

I tried to do a google search but I couldn't find anything helpful.

I have a young, newly laying hen. Her eggs are still pretty small but I have two broodies sitting on a few. She is my roosters new favorite so I see him on her all the time. Of the 6 or so eggs of hers under broodies I only see activity in 1. I'm leaving them for a few days but it got me wondering if maybe she's too young or something? That seems strange to me but I can't think of another reason. Thanks for any advice!!!

 

[BullChick]

It’s not recommended that you even try incubating a pullet’s first eggs. They are too tiny for the chick to properly grow. If a chick makes it, it will be small. Though it will not mature smaller.

 

[Eckielady]

I tried asking that question awhile back as it didn't seem like a great idea but couldn't get any answers. I may just pull out her eggs. I should have followed my instincts.

It’s not recommended that you even try incubating a pullet’s first eggs. They are too tiny for the chick to properly grow. If a chick makes it, it will be small. Though it will not mature smaller.