Welcome to BackYard Chickens! We're glad that you've popped in and joined us, and we hope that you enjoy your stay.
Good luck with your flock, and may God bless you.
Congratulations on your new chicks! Glad to meet you and welcome to BYC from another former lurker. There is a lot here on how to protect from predators but you have been given some excellent advice. If you mom is experienced, that will be so nice to have on-hand friendly advice, too. Best wishes with your birds!