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I'm 36w pregnant and have noticed a decrease in fetal movements maybe 4 little movements every couple hours? will call my dr tomorrow or should i go n

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See your doctor: If this amount of fetal movement is less for you then you shouldn't wait till the morning. Instead, go to the hospital to be evaluated. On l;d, your baby can be monitored for signs of stress, and if no problems, you can be reassured that everything is ok.

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 2/3/2014

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