Sometimes the larger, stronger nestlings will be fed and not the smaller ones. Hand raising may be necessary. If the feather picking is severe, remove the mother and let the father feed the babies or hand feed them yourself. Sometimes because of poor hygiene, the babies' feet get encrusted with dirt. Gently washing the legs and feet with soap and water will help.
Birds prefer to feed their nestlings moist, soft foods.
If mother and father refuse to feed any of the babies, you will have to hand feed them or foster them to other parents. Click Here to see more baby cockatiel photos.