First time hatcher

[PoultryGirly]

Yes, that's what I meant, Becci! Really? Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm excited now!

 

[Becci]

Yep! I have two birds from the new year's hatch along, they're growing so fast, and they better be hens. Be sure to keep us updated and let us know how the hatch goes!

 

[PoultryGirly]

I sure will!

 

[PoultryGirly]

So I just now put the eggs in, and the temperature is fine, but the humidity is around 30-35%. Is this okay? I'm not sure what to do.

 

[PoultryGirly]

Anyone? ^

 

[Sally Sunshine]

sounds like a plan! https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/hatching-eggs-101 see the link! Yes dry hatch method! Good Luck!

 

[PoultryGirly]

I'm not sure what dry hatch method is, but it sounds cool. And also, the temp has gone up to 102 degrees for a few minutes twice already.......... Are the chicks okay? What is better: a mercury thermometer or a digital?

 

[Sally Sunshine]

I'm not sure what dry hatch method is, but it sounds cool. And also, the temp has gone up to 102 degrees for a few minutes twice already.......... Are the chicks okay? What is better: a mercury thermometer or a digital?

they should be fine, but dont go any higher. not sure on the thermometers

 

[PoultryGirly]

Humidity is now up to 40%. And I just put 2 more eggs in the bator! I just can't possibly wait for these fluffy butts to hatch! I hope everything goes well! When should I candle them?

 

[Sally Sunshine]

I do day 7 have a look at the article https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/hatching-eggs-101