HELP, call duck hatched. Didn’t absorb all of the yolk

[Riley024]

This is my first batch of call duck eggs. Started out w/ 12. Now only 2 have hatched. The first one looks completely fine. This little guy clearly didn’t absorb all the yolk and there’s a little clear string attached to the belly that goes to the egg. What do I do ? Is there any saving it. I’ve been a nervous wreck since they started hatching and this was my worst fear. Please help. Any advice is so appreciated!

 

[KathiQuacks]

So sorry you’ve had no response. This looks better than you think. Might still be good to put baby inside of tallish, paper towel-lined cup so they can finish absorbing safely. You could also put some antibiotic ointment (without pain relief) on the navel.

 

[Riley024]

So sorry you’ve had no response. This looks better than you think. Might still be good to put baby inside of tallish, paper towel-lined cup so they can finish absorbing safely. You could also put some antibiotic ointment (without pain relief) on the navel.

Thank you for responding. I ended up putting some antibiotic ointment on her last night and it’s almost completely gone today !