Thinking about raising chickens—or already knee-deep in feathers and feed? You’re in the right place! In my house I’m known as the bird lady. I love my backyard chickens and I am here to share my knowledge!
This category is all about sharing the joys (and the occasional chaos) of backyard chicken keeping. From tips for beginners to coop ideas, flock care, and funny stories from my own feathered crew, you’ll find everything you need to keep your hens happy, healthy, and thriving. Whether you’re just starting your homesteading journey or simply love your chickens like family, welcome to the flock!
Several years ago, when I brought home my first baby chicks, I had no idea just how much they would change my life. As a first-time chicken mama, I expected fresh eggs, a little extra compost, and maybe some funny clucking in the background while I sipped my coffee. But what I didn’t expect were…
If you keep backyard chickens like I do, you know how quickly you get attached to each one. They’re not just birds—they’re pets, companions, and part of the family. Recently, one of my hens, Lucy, developed a swollen abdomen. At first, I hoped it was something minor, but after some research and a little hands-on…
If you’ve recently lost a backyard chicken, whether it was your first chicken or a beloved member of a long-time flock, I want you to know you’re not alone. The death of a pet chicken can be just as heartbreaking as losing any other family member. As chicken keepers, we grow deeply attached to these…
As a chicken keeper, I have had the joy of raising many different chicken breeds, but few have stolen my heart quite like my two Cream Legbar chickens. These birds are some of my absolute favorites in my flock, not only because of their friendly personalities but also because they lay the most beautiful blue…