First, find a quiet and comfortable space. Next, lie down on your left side. Consequently, this position maximizes healthy blood flow to your baby. Then, focus entirely on your stomach for two full hours. Specifically, you should feel at least ten distinct movements during this time. However, always trust your own maternal instincts. Therefore, call our Bentley clinic immediately if you feel worried. Essentially, our GPs provide expert CTG monitoring in Perth to check your baby’s heartbeat.

Naturally, every single pregnancy feels entirely unique. Initially, early movements feel like delicate butterfly flutters. Alternatively, some women describe them as tiny gas bubbles popping. Later, as your baby grows, these sensations change dramatically. Specifically, you will feel distinct kicks, strong rolls, and sharp jabs. Furthermore, you might even feel a rhythmic tapping sensation. Usually, this rhythmic tapping means your baby simply has hiccups!

Crucially, babies absolutely do not have “quiet days” to rest. Indeed, this is a very dangerous myth. Naturally, babies sleep for short, regular cycles. However, their overall movement pattern must remain consistent every single day. Consequently, a sudden drop in movement requires urgent medical attention. Therefore, never wait until tomorrow if you notice reduced fetal movements today. Instead, contact us for immediate CTG monitoring in Perth. Ultimately, we always prefer to check and offer you complete peace of mind.

Interestingly, where you feel kicks often reveals your baby’s exact position. First, a head-down baby usually kicks high near your ribs. Conversely, a breech baby will kick lower down near your pelvis. Your placenta position heavily affects what you feel. Specifically, an anterior placenta acts like a thick front cushion. Consequently, it might muffle the kicks at the front of your stomach. Regardless, you should always feel a familiar, daily pattern of movement.