What Would You Do??

[PamB]

I had eggs shipped this week. They shipped Monday and were supposed to be here Wednesday or Thursday...but I just got them today. They came safe and sound, but a bit cold to the touch (of course). I have them resting now. How long would you wait before putting them in the incubator?? I worry about waiting too long because of the extra time shipping...but wonder if they need to rest longer because of the extra time shipping

. I had an awful experience with my first attempt at hatching (0 of 6), so I'm trying again with a Brinsea Mini Advance in hopes to do better this time around. So, I want to do the right thing with these eggs...whatever will give me the best chance at having a couple chicks hatch for us.

Thanks for any advice!!

 

[PamB]

I spoke with the seller of the eggs. They were collected last weekend, so I am going to wait until bedtime tonight and set them. Wish me luck!!!

 

[mandelyn]

That happened with mine too, I gave a full 24 hour rest and now have 14 of 24 in lockdown. Though it wasn't as cold then as it is now, lows in the 30's instead of 10's.

 

[ranchhand]

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Very best hatching vibes and luck sent!

ETA this is a not so good time of year to have eggs or chicks shipped. Between the icky weather and the Christmas shipping it is a real problem. And brooding chicks in the house this time of year is even worse! I have 9 chicks in the brooder right now and I can't toss there noisy, messy little butts outside yet!

 

[PamB]

If we get two babies (so that they have company), I'll be happy. I hope there are two strong ones out of the seven I am setting.