Incubator Update: Not the Ending We Hoped For, But Not the End of the Story

Hey friends,

I wanted to give y’all an update on the eggs we had incubating over the last few weeks. As you know, we were so excited about the possibility of adding some fluffy little additions to our flock. We watched the calendar like hawks, counted down the days, and held our breath in those final hours… but sadly, this time around, none of the chicks hatched.

It’s a tough one to share. We had high hopes and eager hearts, and when those eggs didn’t make it, it stung a little more than I expected. There’s something about preparing for new life—especially when you’ve poured time, care, and love into the process—that makes the loss feel personal.

But here’s the thing: homesteading, like life, is full of lessons. Sometimes you win fluffballs, and sometimes you gain wisdom.

We’ve already started digging into what might’ve gone wrong—whether it was temperature, humidity, or maybe something else entirely. There’s always something to learn, and we’re determined to get better, smarter, and stronger for the next hatch. Because you better believe there will be a next hatch. (Felicia might even be giving us the side-eye, like, “You should’ve let the pro handle it.”)

So while there’s no peeping in the brooder this time, there is growth happening—just in a different way. And we’re holding on to hope, armed with new knowledge, and already planning our next round.

Thanks for following along on this journey with us. If you’ve ever had a less-than-successful hatch and have any advice or encouragement, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s learn and grow together, one egg at a time. 💛

Stay sunny-side up,
Samantha
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