i have a wyandotte that has externally pipped on day 18

[alicedaveney]

Because this one did not pip into the air cell, it is a day earlier than it would have internally pipped. Basically it skipped that stage, but still needs time to absorb the blood vessels. It may have trouble hatching as it is malpositioned. Be prepared to assist. I just had one like this hatch yesterday. It needed a little help to get out, but it unzipped on it's own.

Here is an article that may help you.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/guide-to-assisted-hatching-for-all-poultry.72886/

Good luck!

so it unzipped a tiny bit but then stopped and has just been chilling for a while, probably nearing 24 hours. should i try to help it out or let it do its thing?

 

[LadiesAndJane]

so it unzipped a tiny bit but then stopped and has just been chilling for a while, probably nearing 24 hours. should i try to help it out or let it do its thing?

Can you see its beak? If the beak is opening and closing that means it’s still absorbing the yolk. Keep an eye on this.
Read the article I cited earlier and have everything ready if you need to intervene. Most important is not to mess with the membrane if you see any active blood vessels.
I use a bowl with steaming hot water and a heat lamp when I have to intervene. Other people turn the hot shower on in the bathroom to create the appropriate environment. The article has some suggestions.

 

[alicedaveney]

Can you see its beak? If the beak is opening and closing that means it’s still absorbing the yolk. Keep an eye on this.
Read the article I cited earlier and have everything ready if you need to intervene. Most important is not to mess with the membrane if you see any active blood vessels.
I use a bowl with steaming hot water and a heat lamp when I have to intervene. Other people turn the hot shower on in the bathroom to create the appropriate environment. The article has some suggestions.

ok, thanks for the help! ill see what i can do.

 

[alicedaveney]

UPDATE: he/she managed to get free on her/his own! had a bit of trouble walking to begin with but with a bit of help figured it out. i attached some photos as well. i’m about 97% sure she/he is a white wyandotte

 

[Boobumpbeanbear]

Congrarulations. She/he is so cute. I love baby chicks.

 

[PippinTheChicken]

UPDATE: he/she managed to get free on her/his own! had a bit of trouble walking to begin with but with a bit of help figured it out. i attached some photos as well. i’m about 97% sure she/he is a white wyandotte

She's so cute!!!