Leaving a broody hen on vacation...help?

[Silkiesaz]

I have a broody hen who I have to leave while on vacation. Her eggs are due to hatch the day I get back. Is there anything I can do to help her be comfortable while I am gone? or just leave her with plenty of food and water and friends to check on her and move chicks to the brooder.

 

[NatJ]

I would not have anyone move the chicks to the brooder.

Just leave the hen with food and water, and enough space to get off the nest for exercise and pooping. Have your friends check as needed to be sure she still has those things.

 

[Silkiesaz]

I would not have anyone move the chicks to the brooder.

Just leave the hen with food and water, and enough space to get off the nest for exercise and pooping. Have your friends check as needed to be sure she still has those things.

OK thanks for the help!