how to tell if a hen is ready to hatch chicks

[CharlesnBlue]

will hens start pulling their chest feathers if their ready to become broody ?
what are some signs ?

 

[sourland]

I feel that a hen is truly broody after she sets in the nest site two days and two nights. Known/experienced mothers can be trusted sooner than first timers.

 

[CharlesnBlue]

I feel that a hen is truly broody after she sets in the nest site two days and two nights. Known/experienced mothers can be trusted sooner than first timers

Ok Thanks