Patient's question:
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Fetal Movement Generally speaking, fetal movement begins around weeks 18 to 20 of pregnancy. The initial movements are very slight, similar to intestinal contractions. As the pregnancy progresses, the movements become stronger, and the pregnant woman's perception of them also becomes more distinct. By weeks 28 to 32, fetal movement reaches its peak, and it slightly decreases after weeks 37 to 38.Everyone perceives fetal movement differently. Some feel it as kicks in the abdomen, while others can visibly observe the movement in the stomach.
The method for monitoring fetal movement involves counting the movements for one hour at fixed times each day (morning, noon, and evening) starting from the seventh month of pregnancy until just before delivery. Add the counts from the three times together and multiply by 4 to obtain the total fetal movement for 12 hours. If the 12-hour fetal movement is less than 10 times, or if it decreases by 50% daily and does not recover, it indicates that there may be an abnormality in the fetus within the uterus, and the pregnant woman should seek immediate medical attention.