Dreaming of hatching chicks without spending money on an egg incubator? It’s entirely possible, even if you’re a total beginner! Let us walk you through a complete guide to hatching eggs naturally will empower you with everything you need to know to get the best results naturally. Even with basic resources and patience, you can hatch your own chicks the natural way. جوجه کشی درخانه

First, choose the best fertilized eggs. Not all eggs are suitable for incubation. Eggs should come from healthy, well-fed hens and active roosters. Pick only clean, intact, normally shaped eggs. After you have the right eggs, let them rest for a few hours before incubation, but not longer than 7 days.

Nature has already provided the best incubator: a mother hen ready to sit. These hens are biologically driven to nest and hatch eggs. You’ll need to identify if a hen is truly broody. They might cluck differently, stay puffed up, and hardly leave their spot. If a hen is determined to hatch, slip 6–10 fertilized eggs under her at night when she’s calm.

Environmental factors play a huge role in successful hatching. Keep her away from disturbances and drafts, ideally in a separate broody coop or enclosed nesting box. Don’t forget to check that she’s eating and drinking daily. Even if she barely leaves the nest, that’s normal behavior for a determined hen. Too much disturbance can cause her to abandon the eggs.

The hen’s warmth is ideal, but surrounding humidity can still affect hatch success. Eggs need a relative humidity of around 50–55% during incubation and 65–70% during the last three days. Monitor room humidity with a hygrometer if you’re unsure. However, don’t soak the nest or make it too damp. Use absorbent, clean nesting materials to regulate dampness naturally.

Egg rotation prevents embryos from sticking and promotes healthy development. In natural settings, the hen instinctively turns her eggs multiple times a day. Stop turning completely after the 18th day as the chicks position themselves for hatching. Always wash hands and gently rotate the egg with care. Turning is unnecessary if you’re using a broody hen—she’s got it covered.

Want to know if your eggs are progressing? Try candling. At 7 days, use a small flashlight in a dark room to look for veins or a tiny embryo. Clear eggs by day 10 are likely infertile and can be removed. Be gentle and minimize handling when candling. Leave the eggs alone in the final days before hatching.

By day 20 or 21, chicks will start pipping the shell. Once pipping starts, give them time—they may rest between efforts. Don’t intervene unless you’re sure something is wrong. The mother hen will softly cluck to encourage the chicks, keeping them warm. Make sure the new family has access to warmth, food, and safety.

With the right steps, anyone can raise chicks naturally at home. It’s a wonderful way to learn and bond with nature. It’s a mix of art and science—guided by instinct and supported by simple knowledge. Start your chick-hatching journey today, naturally and confidently—no machines needed!