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1. is it normal to feel lots of fetal movement at 32 weeks i can't pinpoint what's triggering movement. 2. can movement cause bh contractions?
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Fetal movement: Most women can feel at least five movements an hour but some feel more. Braxton Hicks contractions are not caused by fetal movements
Answered 7/23/2018
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