Other hens are really interested in new chicks

[RaleighRancher]

My broody hen successfully hatched three chicks three days ago. A couple of the other hens are really persistent in their interest in the chicks. Anytime I go down to check on things in the coop, two other hens mill around and move into the mama hen's space any chance they get.

Is this just interest, or are they a threat?

 

[Spartan22]

I say both, make sure they have ample space to protect the chicks when momma is not watching. After a few weeks they should be used to them.

 

[RaleighRancher]

Update: as of this evening, the chicks and other hens have had free access to each other most of the day and seem very content together!