Mixing chicks

[CoreyW]

I purchased some Bantams from our TSC up the road back in March. They have all come along wonderfully. 2 of my hens have nested and hatched their first broods. There is about 2 weeks difference in the age. My question is can I mix them and the hens in my brooder house, should I remove the hens or not mix them at all? Thanks

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas, CoreyW, and . Pleased you joined us. I honestly don't know the answer to your question so I'll defer to those who do. There may be something useful in this link https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/guide-to-letting-broody-hens-hatch-and-raise-chicks
Best wishes to you!

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard chickens

 

[QueenMisha]

Welcome to BYC! It's great to have you.

Hang on - so the bantam chicks you got in March, that part I get. Could you clarify the part about the broody hens? Do you mean the hens chicks are within two weeks of the bantam chicks? What about the broody hens; are those your only chickens or are they just the only ones in that area? How much space are we talking here? I think we'll need a bit more detail so we can better help you.