Kick Counts and Fetal Movement
If you ever feel like your baby is not moving the way he or she normally does, there is a great way to help ensure that your baby is healthy: fetal movement counts (often called "Kick Counts"). Kick Counts should only be performed after 28 weeks. Below is how to perform Kick Counts:
Sit in a quiet location, mark the time, and start counting fetal movements. You should feel 10 movements within 2 hours. If you are having difficulty feeling the movements, eat or drink something sweet then lie down on your side with your hands on your abdomen. You will probably feel 10 movements in less time, but if you do not feel 10 movements in 2 hours, call Lee Obstetrics and Gynecology (334.745.6447) or Labor and Delivery (334.528.3000). You may be instructed to come to the hospital so that we may monitor the baby's heartbeat for at least 30 minutes to ensure the baby is healthy.
If you ever feel like your baby is not moving the way he or she normally does, there is a great way to help ensure that your baby is healthy: fetal movement counts (often called "Kick Counts"). Kick Counts should only be performed after 28 weeks. Below is how to perform Kick Counts:
Sit in a quiet location, mark the time, and start counting fetal movements. You should feel 10 movements within 2 hours. If you are having difficulty feeling the movements, eat or drink something sweet then lie down on your side with your hands on your abdomen. You will probably feel 10 movements in less time, but if you do not feel 10 movements in 2 hours, call Lee Obstetrics and Gynecology (334.745.6447) or Labor and Delivery (334.528.3000). You may be instructed to come to the hospital so that we may monitor the baby's heartbeat for at least 30 minutes to ensure the baby is healthy.
