Question 1

will doctors deliver your baby because of decreased fetal movement?

Accepted Answer

Not alone: Decreased fetal movement is a sign that more testing is needed, such as an nst (non-stress test), or sometimes an ultrasound. If those tests show any problems, that may be a reason to consider delivering your baby.

Question 2

i am 31 weeks pregnant. for the past day i have had decreased fetal movement water-like diarrhia. should i call my midwife or is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any decrease in fetal movement warrants a consult to your provider. Diarrhea is not normal but could be just regular run of the mill viral diarrhea nit related to the fetal movement.

Question 3

when do you feel fetal movement?

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Around 20 weeks: The classical teaching is at 20 weeks (also called quickening). That said, some women can experience a couple of weeks earlier or later depending on their pregnancy history.

Question 4

is a lot of fetal movement to be expected at 18 weeks?

Accepted Answer

No: Minimal. Usually starts @ 20weeks. More movement as the pregnancy progresses.

Question 5

reduced fetal movement at 32 weeks. is this common?

Accepted Answer

Call your doc: If you are feeling decreased movement, you should speak to your doctor today, even if you have an appointment tomorrow. They can go over kick counts with you to help you differentiate normal variation versus a worrisome decrease.

Question 6

is it normal to have increased fetal movement 36 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Fetal movement: Increased fetal movement is a sign of a healthy baby doing his or her daily exercise. Healthy, neurologically normal fetuses move.

Question 7

erratic fetal movement at 33 weeks. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Reassuring: Fetal movements are reassuring during pregnancy. It indicates the fetus is recieving adequate oxygen. Later on in third trimester, you may experience fewer kicks and with less intensity due to reduced intra uterine space. Nonetheless, fetal movements are reassuring.

Question 8

should i be worried about increased fetal movement 38 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Probably normal: When your baby moves more, it normally is an indication your baby is doing well. If everything else is going well, consider it a welcome sign that your baby is growing well.

Question 9

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 10

how do it tell the difference between a gaseous intestines or fetal movement ?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: Are you in your first pregnancy? Experience helps to tell difference. Gaseous intestines come with tympanic abdomen on percussion, more gas passage especially following intestinal gurgling , etc. after taking certain foods; fetal movement is quiet... More? Ask your gyn-doc timely.

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Will doctors deliver your baby because of decreased fetal movement?

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I am 31 weeks pregnant. for the past day i have had decreased fetal movement water-like diarrhia. should i call my midwife or is it normal?

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When do you feel fetal movement?

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Is a lot of fetal movement to be expected at 18 weeks?

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Reduced fetal movement at 32 weeks. is this common?

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Is it normal to have increased fetal movement 36 weeks?

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Erratic fetal movement at 33 weeks. should i be worried?

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Should i be worried about increased fetal movement 38 weeks?

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

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How do it tell the difference between a gaseous intestines or fetal movement ?

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