What are the changes in fetal movement before labor (pregnant women must read how to judge whether fetal movement is normal)
As the pregnancy progresses, the growth and development of the fetus is also improving. Before giving birth, many pregnant women will feel frequent and changing fetal movements. So, what changes occur in fetal movements before labor? How to judge whether fetal movement is normal? Here is a summary of some relevant knowledge for your reference.
1. Increased fetal movements
Later in pregnancy, the fetal movement space becomes increasingly restricted, so fetal movements become more frequent. Especially in the days or weeks approaching delivery, the number of fetal movements often increases significantly. This is due to the increased activity of the fetus, which moves multiple times to gain enough space, and is also a sign of the upcoming birth. However, if fetal movement is significantly reduced, you need to seek medical attention promptly for diagnosis.
How to determine whether the number of fetal movements is normal?
Generally speaking, it is normal for a fetus to move 15 to 25 times a day in the third trimester. In the last few days of the third trimester, the number of fetal movements may be higher. If a pregnant woman finds that fetal movement is significantly reduced, she should seek medical treatment immediately to avoid dangerous situations.
2. Fetal movements become more regular
Before labor, fetal movements become more regular and cyclical, rather than random wanderings. This is because the fetus gradually enters a state of preparation for delivery, and will move regularly when it is ready. However, if a pregnant woman finds that the interval between fetal movements is too long, there may be fetal vascular embolism, placental insufficiency, etc., and she should seek medical treatment in time.
How to judge whether fetal movements are regular?
Generally speaking, regular fetal movements occur at certain intervals, and the time intervals are getting shorter and shorter. If a pregnant woman finds that the fetal movement cycle is too long or irregular, she should ask a professional doctor in the hospital to check the fetus in time.
3. The texture of fetal movement changes
Before labor, the texture of fetal movements will also change. Sometimes pregnant women will feel some strong kicks and movements, and other times they will feel gentle pushes and pulls. This is due to the transformation and adjustment of the fetus. Some kicking movements may turn into head turning or body curling movements, so the texture of fetal movement felt by pregnant women is also different.
How to judge whether the texture of fetal movement is normal?
Generally speaking, pregnant women should pay attention to changes in the texture of fetal movements and record the fetal movements in detail to see if there are any obvious differences. If a pregnant woman notices a sudden change in the texture of fetal movement, or the fetus suddenly stops moving, she should seek medical attention immediately.
4. The position of fetal movement changes
Before labor, fetal movements may occur in different locations. When a pregnant woman is lying down or sitting, she may feel the fetus\’s knees or feet kicking against the side of the uterus. Sometimes it is a wandering movement, or it may be a heavy pressure.
How to determine whether the fetal movement position is normal?
Changes in fetal position are a normal physiological phenomenon during pregnancy, but if a pregnant woman finds that the position of the fetus changes too fast or too frequently, she needs to seek medical diagnosis in time. CheckingDuring the process, the doctor will use a fetal heart rate monitor to observe the fetal heartbeat and movements to ensure that the fetus is in normal condition and to prepare for delivery in advance.
Conclusion: During pregnancy, every fetal movement is a communication and interaction between the fetus and the mother. Pregnant women should carefully understand and record fetal movements and seek medical treatment promptly to ensure the health and safety of the fetus and to successfully go through the entire delivery process.
