posted 4 years ago
OK, first off, are these a Pekin variety duck (Khaki, Indian Runner etc etc.)? If yes, they tend to hatch at 28 days.
The reason ducks/you turn eggs is to stop the duckling from sticking to the membrane. There is some risk that harm came from the short period with the turner off, but there's really no way to tell until you see duckling movement further along.
At this point all you can do is watch and wait.
If they're Muscovy ducklings, they take even longer - 35 days. I've got a mom who insisted on going broody a few days ago and we've had freezing temps this week. She looks like a Princess on a bed of fluff and happy as a can be, but it could be fun if she hatches and it snows!
We can't always control outcomes - try to be patient and plan for the best. Even if you've lost some, it doesn't mean you've lost them all. Keep us posted!