HELP!!! I moved mama and hatchlings to a lower spot and now, Mama won’t set on them anymore......

[ChocolateMouse]

I agree with trying to mover her back. It's not like she can get any MORE off the eggs...

If it doesn't work then you may need an alternative. Even a heat pad or brooder lamp could help.

 

[UThobbyfarmer]

Just move them back right away, I think you will know almost immediately if she will except that situation back again. I bet she will, she just doesn’t like the change of things and that is what is freaking her out. If she doesn’t except the nest back and you think the eggs will be getting cold, then try to figure out the situation to keep them warm

 

[Stoney Brooke Farms]

Ok. I’m gonna try putting her back in the coop. I’ll keep you posted.
Thanks, y’all!

 

[Sue S]

Good luck!!! I hope everything goes well.

 

[SurferchickinSB]

Just move them back right away, I think you will know almost immediately if she will except that situation back again. I bet she will, she just doesn’t like the change of things and that is what is freaking her out. If she doesn’t except the nest back and you think the eggs will be getting cold, then try to figure out the situation to keep them warm

Just move them back right away, I think you will know almost immediately if she will except that situation back again. I bet she will, she just doesn’t like the change of things and that is what is freaking her out. If she doesn’t except the nest back and you think the eggs will be getting cold, then try to figure out the situation to keep them warm

Sometimes you have to think like a chicken! My chickens fresk out anytime they cannot get their same nest box! I don’t think they care about the eggs they just have fits about the nest boxes that they want!

 

[BYCforlife]

You already have good information, but next time I would just screw a taller lip onto the nesting box so the chicks for sure couldn't fall out.

 

[chrissynemetz]

For most of us on here raising chickens has been a learning process. Lots of trial and error. Whatever happens with your chicks, don't beat yourself up too much over it. We've all had our share of 'oops' moments. I wish you the best of luck!!

 

[aart]

but next time I would just screw a taller lip onto the nesting box so the chicks for sure couldn't fall out.

Or move her, and let her settle back in, before giving fresh fertile eggs...that's worked great for me.

 

[Stoney Brooke Farms]

You already have good information, but next time I would just screw a taller lip onto the nesting box so the chicks for sure couldn't fall out.

Thanks! I might do that soon but it may be too disruptive....

 

[Stoney Brooke Farms]

She’s back on them!!!! Thanks everyone!!!!