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Thank you for the response. It is my first clutch and I get to see the worst apparently! I also read about the different techniques for hobbling. I used the sponge for a few days. Household was all I had and it was fine, I just cut it to size to keep clean. Then I switched over to a makeup sponge. I...

I have 2 out of 3 baby irns with splayed legs. What are your suggestions?

Forgot to ask.... Would like to double clutch them... Should I pull at 2 weeks to give them a chance to produce again? Or do you think four weeks is suffient? We live in New England, USA. Still have a little more good spring weather and light before we get into the summer months.

Thank you so much for all the good info. I am so happy I found this site!

Hi and thanks for the reply. Do you plan to keep each baby separate while handfeeding. I have heard conflicting views on this. Thanks for the info on going in the box, I'll get up the nerve to look soon.
Sarah

Hi,
I think I have 3 baby irns. By the chirping I estimate that they hatched about 4 days ago. When is the best time to pull them for hand feeding? I haven't peeked in the nest box. Can I look without upsetting everyone? Someone told me that the parents will kill them if I look... Is this true?