Question 1

is it normal not to feel movement for a couple of hours late in the 3rd trimester?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You should feel your baby move every day.  Babies have sleep cycles and you may not feel them move while you are sleeping.  If it has been more than a couple of hours since you felt your baby move, try eating a snack or drinking juice, often this will make babies more active.  If you are still not feeling movement you should call your doctor or the hospital to listen to the baby's heartbeat.

Question 2

i'm 39 weeks and sudden increase in fetal movement. is that ok?

Accepted Answer

Movement fine: It may be an increase in movement, or it may be the baby is getting big to that point where you can really feel every litle thing he/she does. The baby may also be getting into that final position for birth. Too little movement is concerning, but "too much" not a problem.

Question 3

39 weeks tomorrow and experiencing a decrease in fetal movement. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Less fetal movement: Would check with your doctor.  Also ask about kick counts.

Question 4

haven't had sex in 39 weeks there is movement in my stomach i work out alotbut only drink on average 2-3 water bottles a day. what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Bowel function: The only thing that can move in your belly (other than a fetus) is your intestines as they move nutrients through your bowel.  Movement in the intestines is normal.  If it's more than usual, painful, or associated with other symptoms, see your doctor.

Question 5

painless movement in vagina? 39 weeks pregnant, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Get exam: At 39 weeks you may be feeling referred movement form the baby as you are ready to deliver soon. Get an evaluation form the dr. To get an internal exam.

Question 6

39 weeks pregnant increased fetal movement sign of labor?

Accepted Answer

No: Increased Fetal Movement is not a common complaint. It is not a sign of labor. If you just ate a huge carbohydrate meal then maybe you have some increased movement. In pregnancy, I usually follow one rule. If you find something is not usual and normal for you go to Labor and Delivery and get the baby checked with a Non Stress Test. This is the only safe thing to do.

Question 7

haemorrhoids ..external...39 weeks pregnant...bleedin durin bowel movement..vl it cause prob durin labour or vaginal delivery..no control on bowel mov?

Accepted Answer

Common problem: It won't likely cause any concerning issue during labor or delivery. You do want to make sure the bleeding is definitely from your hemorrhoids and not somewhere else.  You also want to make sure you do everything to minimize worsening hemorrhoids which means making sure your consuming fiber, not straining on the toilet and possibly utilizing stool softeners and/or laxatives if necessary.

Question 8

39 weeks pregnant bowel movement came out green pressure on lower back, left pelvic minor cramp. loss mucus.does that mean labor is in a couple days?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Mother Nature works on her own schedule, but the loss of the mucous plug indicates that labor is near. The green bowel movement may be due to the intake of iron in your prenatal vitamins. Check with your OB MD.

Question 9

39 weeks pregnant and i've been having some lower tummy cramps here and there and leg cramps less fetal movement signs of labor soon to come?

Accepted Answer

Probably : These may be signs of impending labor. Make sure you are keeping yourself hydrated. If you don't feel baby move contact your OB or go to labor and delivery to get checked!

Question 10

i am feeling a lot of movement in my abdomen. it feels exactly like the movements if a baby. i have had four babies, but i don't believe i am preg.

Accepted Answer

Movement: just to be sure do an in home pregnancy test if that is negative then it could be gas

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Is it normal not to feel movement for a couple of hours late in the 3rd trimester?

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I'm 39 weeks and sudden increase in fetal movement. is that ok?

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39 weeks tomorrow and experiencing a decrease in fetal movement. is this normal?

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Haven't had sex in 39 weeks there is movement in my stomach i work out alotbut only drink on average 2-3 water bottles a day. what could be the cause?

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Painless movement in vagina? 39 weeks pregnant, should i be concerned?

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39 weeks pregnant increased fetal movement sign of labor?

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Haemorrhoids ..external...39 weeks pregnant...bleedin durin bowel movement..vl it cause prob durin labour or vaginal delivery..no control on bowel mov?

A member asked:

39 weeks pregnant bowel movement came out green pressure on lower back, left pelvic minor cramp. loss mucus.does that mean labor is in a couple days?

A member asked:

39 weeks pregnant and i've been having some lower tummy cramps here and there and leg cramps less fetal movement signs of labor soon to come?

A member asked:

I am feeling a lot of movement in my abdomen. it feels exactly like the movements if a baby. i have had four babies, but i don't believe i am preg.

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