When to combine chicks with adult hens

[2 many chickens]

Usually few weeks, if not longer.
Can depend on the set up and situation.

Rereading this.....
Was there only one single 4 week old chick added to the ten 7 week olds?

No, there was 5. One was smashed so now left with 4.

 

[hoosierhens101]

We are part way thru the integration of our 5-7 weeks old chicks with the adults. They are outside together all day. The chicks have a separate area in the coop with panic doors. So far they sleep in their own area. Here is my concern- We have a broody hen that has been in broody jail for the last 7 days. Most of the chick integration has taken place since she was separated. We were at the all separate but can see each other stage when she went broody. Should I worry about reintroducing her when her broodiness finally breaks?

 

[unbaked pegga]

I too dont know if this 4-5 month old hen can be turned out with the big girls yet. She is a good 3 lbs lighter and can fly!! I am concerned she might be able to fly over the fence.