Should I put eggs due to hatch Wednesday under a broody?

[CarolJ]

I have eggs in the bator due to hatch Wednesday. I have two hens that went broody this week. Should I put the eggs under the broodies? Will their instinct be screwed up if chicks hatch less than 3 days after they start brooding eggs?

 

[sumi]

Most likely yes. You can try, but I'd normally let a hen sit at least 2 weeks, though longer is better, before letting her have/hatch chicks.