by Amber G | Apr 13, 2026 | Incubating & Hatching
A broody hen can be a determined (and wonderful!) way to grow your flock naturally. With fertile, fresh eggs and a safe, cozy nesting space, your hen will have the best chance of success. From proper egg handling and pest-free bedding to providing food, water, and minimal disturbance, a little preparation goes a long way. With just some light monitoring—like occasional candling—most hens will instinctively take it from there and hatch their chicks with ease.
by Manda H | Mar 12, 2024 | Chickens
Learn about the quirks of broody behavior, the difficulties of shared nests, and the art of successfully relocating a committed broody hen.
by Meghan H | Jun 13, 2022 | Brooding, Ducks, Incubating & Hatching, Spring, Summer
Let your broody duck hatch ducklings for you. Read about some best practices in caring for a broody duck and her ducklings.
by Meghan H | Aug 17, 2020 | Chickens
Broody hens, one of those exciting yet also frustrating aspects of chicken keeping. Learn what to do if one of your hens decides to go broody.
