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[Donna Lanoue]

Hello, joined to read more about raising chickens. Not new to chickens, have had 5 hens for last 8 yrs or so but never let one go broody till recently, it's been an experience. Had 5 Buff Orpington hens, one Rooster. Lost two hens this year, varmit got one and don't know why the second one died. One hen has tried to go broody over the years but never let her, my coop is small and will not accomadate a large flock. She set about 12 eggs, only 4 has hatched, two died and two I moved out to keep them alive. Momma is a good mommy but having lost 2, thought it best to hand raise them...

 

[blackdust951]

hi and welcome to backyard chickens! thank you for joining us
good luck with your chickens

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC - thanks for joining us. There's nothing nicer that seeing a momma chick and her littles

You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/270925/find-your-states-thread#post_3239224

All the best

Pork Pie

 

[Ursuline Chick]

Welcome, from New Orleans. Congrats on your new babies. Would love to see pictures.

 

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[User395221]

Hi and welcome, enjoy your babies, they grow up so fast.

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to Backyardchickens.com aka BYC!
We are so glad you joined our flock.
Jump right in and make yourself at home.

This video will help you learn how to navigate this site:

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC yup, we love baby pix, congrats