New to broody hen and hatching chicks

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens

 

[N F C]

27 days is quite some time for nothing to have happened yet. I'd remove those eggs, give your girl a break from being broody and try again at a later date.

Thanks for joining us!

 

[416bigbore]

Hello Debbie and welcome to BYC, You found an Amazing Poultry Community to be a part of with many great knowledgeable members, who are more then willing to jump in and help you along your journey with any questions you may have.

 

[drumstick diva]

Agree with NFC, poor girl has been trying long enough with no results. She deserves some rest and recreation.

 

[chrissynemetz]

Welcome to BYC! Good luck with your broody hen.

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC.
I would not let her sit for 3 more weeks.
Have you considered buying a few newly hatched chicks for her? They need to be under 3 days old, and you should place them under at night. Most of my own hens will accept adoptees.
Your hen may peck them lightly to discipline them, but watch for aggressive behavior, and be prepared to raise them yourself, if needed.
Good luck!

 

[Grammy60]

Hello Debbie and welcome to BYC We are happy you have joined our community.

 

[cmom]

I hatch out a lot of chicks every year. They should have hatched by now, 21 days. They may have expired. Candle them to see if you see any movement. If you don't see any movement then tap on the egg while holding it to your ear and see if you hear anything. Good luck and have fun...

 

[rjohns39]

Hi Debbie and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

 

[sourland]

Hello, Debbie, and a belated welcome to BYC.