So she is nesting in her regular nesting box. It is up off the ground about 18 inches-with a chicken ladder and has a 6 inch lip on the box. I think this will be too difficult for babies to navigate. If I set up something for her UNDER the nest boxes, say in a plastic crate on its side is it likely she will use it? Also I will put a chick waterer and feeder on the floor in this area. Can I still leave the hen feed out if it is too high for them to reach at least for now? I bought a batch of those pinless peepers to put on the big girls should they decide to peck the babies to death or something. One of them is going to get them tonight anyway cause she rips feathers out. Id appreciate any input from folks who raise babies integrated style. I do not have the means to separate them. Oh yeah...mama does want me even thinking about touching her and Im afraid if I move her eggs now when she happens to be off then she may not get back on them...
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