Counting Fetal Movement
Activity is an important indicator of a baby's health. Each baby's activity pattern is different. As your pregnancy progresses, you should be aware of your baby's movement and keep a record of it. Use the kick count chart below to record your baby's movements.
- Set aside a time of day when your baby is most active. After a meal and plenty of fluid is best
- Rest on your left side.
- Jot down each movement as you feel it (kicks, flutters, rolls, etc). It may help to place your hand on your tummy.
- As soon as you have recorded 10 movements, you may stop.
- If you have no fetal movement after one hour, call your provider.
- If you do not have 10 fetal movements in one hour, continue to count for one more hour.
- If you do not have 10 movements after two hours of counting, call your provider.
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