I think I killed my chicks...

[aliciaplus3]

would it be ok to move them into a bator? It's day 12.

I have done that and had good results.... but everyone has their own preference. I have had a hen give up on day 20 before and managed to rescue 2 out of 3 eggs

 

[JaeG]

My broody has been sitting on some eggs for 5 days or so and she got off her nest for a long time. when I felt the eggs they were as cold as stone. She's back to sitting on them but I don't know what to do. Will they still hatch?

It's the core temperature that matters and it takes a lot longer to chill the core temperature of the egg and kill the embryo, than just chill the shell. You can candle them when she's having a break to put your mind at ease.

 

[chickens really]

I have done that and had good results.... but everyone has their own preference. I have had a hen give up on day 20 before and managed to rescue 2 out of 3 eggs

Yes and the peeps chased her off..Some love sitting eggs but stop when the eggs are to hatch..

 

[Feathers4Fun2]

I'm sorry about your struggles. I'd be interested in a progress report if possible. Thanks.

 

[HereChickChickChick88]

I agree!
@HereChickChickChick88 any update?

Yes - I have three chicks now and have left the two other eggs in the incubator just in case they hatch - it’s the end of day 22 now. I waited on the third chick and nature took its course - almost gave in, as I was a little anxious from losing the first one.

 

[HereChickChickChick88]

Thank you everyone for your support - this really is the best community of people.

 

[chickens really]

Yes - I have three chicks now and have left the two other eggs in the incubator just in case they hatch - it’s the end of day 22 now. I waited on the third chick and nature took its course - almost gave in, as I was a little anxious from losing the first one.

Congrats....Hope the others hatch too...

 

[PouleChick]

Yes - I have three chicks now and have left the two other eggs in the incubator just in case they hatch - it’s the end of day 22 now. I waited on the third chick and nature took its course - almost gave in, as I was a little anxious from losing the first one.

Oh I'm so pleased! They are so cute! I'd have been so sad for you if you hadn't ended up with any chicks!