Patient's question:
At 38+5 weeks, the baby's movements have increased yesterday and today. I'm not quite used to it and am worried if something is wrong, but my water hasn't broken. Is it because the baby has engaged and is moving less? It moves more after 10 p.m. Or is it because I haven't walked much these past two days and have been sitting more?Doctor's answer:
Can perform color Doppler ultrasound. Generally, in the late stages of pregnancy, the baby's movements may be relatively less frequent. It's not the same for every baby, but it's normal as the baby grows and there's less space. It's still important to pay attention to accurate assessment and rule out the possibility of the baby choking. It is recommended to have regular prenatal check-ups and undergo prenatal screening. If there is vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, or water breaking, seek follow-up care promptly. Wishing you a happy life!