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Your baby's growth and development - 2 months old

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Your 2-month-old is growing fast and becoming more alert. They will be making more sounds and getting more skilled at moving their body. They will still be crying a lot - but you've probably already seen that magic first smile (usually at 6 weeks) which somehow makes all the hard work worthwhile.

Your 2-month-old

By 2 months, your baby will have put on a lot of weight and may be looking round and chubby. As their muscles develop, their arms and legs start to move more freely, stretching out to make them seem taller and leaner.

During their first 2 months, your baby is growing very quickly. They will keep growing at this rate, probably gaining about 900g and growing 2. 5 cm to 3.8 cm every month.

Babies often have a growth spurt at about 6 weeks. This might make them more fussy because they want to eat more than usual. It might feel like you’re feeding all the time, especially at certain times of the day. You can sometimes tell your baby is hungry if they’re sticking their tongue out or sucking. If they doze off or turn their head away, they’re probably full.

At 6 to 8 weeks, your baby will have their scheduled vaccinations - 2 injections and the oral rotavirus vaccine.

Understanding baby growth charts

A growth chart helps you and your doctor keep track of how your baby is growing.

What can your baby do?

By 2 months your baby will have discovered their fingers and hands. They will hold their hands open and grab an object (although they don’t know how to let go yet!) They might also clasp both hands together.

2-month-old babies will start to learn how to coordinate their movements. Instead of the jerky arm and leg movements that made when they were born, they can move more smoothly and in more of a circular motion. They will kick both legs strongly and will be very wriggly. They may even roll over, so don’t ever leave them alone on a change table.

Their neck will be getting stronger all the time. During tummy time they might be lifting their head and moving it from side to side. Some babies can even lift their chest off the ground by now.

Some (though very few) babies can sleep through the night by the time they reach 2 months. But even if you’re not one of the lucky parents or carers, your baby will at least be sleeping for longer stretches at a time. They’ll probably be having 2 to 4 long sleeps and will be more awake and alert during the day — although babies’ sleep patterns still vary widely at this age.

Your baby’s eyes, which may have been crossed when they were younger, move together most of the time now. They will clearly recognise you, will look at you when you talk to them, and can follow you with their eyes. They will love looking at your face and will be giving you some lovely smiles. They will like looking at objects with more complex patterns and colours.

They will also be making a lot more sounds and gurgling, including sounds like ‘a’ or ‘o’, and they will seem to listen to you and talk back to you.

How can I help my baby develop?

As your baby develops more of a rhythm, you’ll find they are awake more during the day. This gives you more time to interact with them and help them develop. Spend plenty of time reading to them, singing, and talking. That way they’ll get used to sounds and words and will start to develop language and communication skills.

You can play with them by letting them look at and feel a variety of objects with different designs, colours, and shapes. Plastic toys and soft balls work well.

They will love looking at you, so make sure you smile at them a lot. It releases ‘feel-good’ chemicals in your baby’s body and helps them to feel safe and secure. You could also give your baby a massage to relax them. After a bath is a good time.

Continue with 1 to 5 minutes tummy time to strengthen their neck and upper body. It will help them develop the muscles they’ll need later to sit and crawl. But always put your baby to sleep on their back.

Development problem signs

Babies develop at a different rate. At 2 months, talk to your doctor or maternal child health nurse if:

  • they aren’t smiling by 8 weeks
  • they don’t calm down, even for a little while, when you pick them up to comfort them
  • one side of their body seems to be stronger than the other
  • they’re still holding their fingers in a tight fist
  • sudden noises don’t startle them
  • they aren’t feeding properly
  • they’re floppy or stiff

Where can I go for help?

If you are worried or would like to discuss any issues with your baby’s development, speak to your doctor or child health nurse.

Speak to a maternal child health nurse

Call Pregnancy, Birth and Baby to speak to a maternal child health nurse on 1800 882 436 or video call. Available 7am to midnight (AET), 7 days a week.

Sources:
Raising Children Network (1-2 months: newborn development), Women's and Children's Health Network (Milestones: Children 0-4 years), Kids Health (Your baby’s health – 2 months), Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (Developmental milestones and the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards)

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Last reviewed: October 2020


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  • Bonding with your baby
  • How your baby learns - birth to 3 years
  • Your baby’s growth and development – first 12 months
  • Understanding baby growth charts

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Movement, Coordination, and Your 1- to 3-Month-Old (for Parents)

Reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD

en español Movimiento, coordinación y su bebé de 1 a 3 meses de edad

The reflexes babies had just after birth start to disappear now as they gain more control over their movements and start to interact with caregivers and world around them.

What Can My Baby Do?

Newborns struggle to lift their heads. But as neck and upper body strength improve, they'll be able to lift their heads while on their bellies and eventually prop themselves up on their arms. Once there, they’ll hold their heads up and look around.

You also may notice your baby stretching and kicking the legs. This movement strengthens leg muscles, preparing your baby to roll over, which usually happens by 6 months of age. But be careful: Even very young babies can roll over on occasion, so it's important to never leave a baby unattended on a changing table, bed, or other high surface.

Infants grasp reflexively from birth, but during the first 3 months of life they'll begin to open and shut their hands and start moving their hands to their mouths. Your baby may be able to hold a rattle or a toy that is placed in the hand — and drop it when no longer interested in it.

Vision also starts to improve as your little one develops the ability to follow a moving object with their eyes. Then watch as your baby tries to use their arms to swing at toys.

How Can I Encourage My Baby?

Infants need to practice their skills. While babies should never sleep on their stomachs, give your child supervised tummy time during waking hours. This lets your little one practice lifting their head and strengthening the neck, arm, and shoulder muscles.

Your baby may get fussy and frustrated in this position, so keep the first tummy time sessions brief and gradually lengthen them. Always stay with your baby during tummy time.

Encourage hand–eye coordination by letting your baby reach for favorite toys while sitting on your lap or by placing them under an infant gym to bat at toys.

When Should I Call the Doctor?

Normal child development tends to follow a certain pattern. The skills that babies develop early serve as building blocks for future skills. Still, the time it takes to develop these skills can vary widely among babies.

Let your doctor know if by your baby isn't doing the following:

By 2 months:

  • hold their head up while lying on the tummy
  • open their hands

By 4 months:

  • grasp or hold objects put in their hands
  • keep their head steady while being held
  • lift the head and pushing up onto elbows/forearms during tummy time

Not reaching individual milestones doesn't always mean there is a problem. But talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns about your baby's development.

Reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD

Date reviewed: May 2022

Fetal movement - how and when does it occur

  1. At what time does fetal movement begin
  2. Fetal movement rate
  3. Methods for assessing the "sufficiency" of fetal movements
  4. Changes in fetal activity
  5. Determination of the condition of the fetus

“Dear patients, we are glad to welcome you to the website of the Fetal Medicine Center – a medical center of expert level in the field of modern prenatal medicine. nine0018

We see our mission in making the expectation of a child and its birth a happy, calm and most comfortable period for every woman. By providing professional medical support, we help couples plan pregnancy, control its harmonious course, conduct expert-level prenatal diagnostics, providing comprehensive care for the health of the expectant mother and baby.”

Roza Saidovna Bataeva

Head of the Fetal Medicine Center in Moscow

From the very beginning of pregnancy, every expectant mother begins to listen carefully to the sensations inside her growing belly. Can't wait to feel your baby move. When does the fetus begin to move? At what time can a pregnant woman begin to listen carefully to herself, waiting for the first movements of her child? Should I be worried if they are not felt or the baby suddenly calmed down? And can movements carry any other information, besides communicating with mom? nine0018

At what time does the fetal movement begin

The first movements of the future baby begin early - already at 7-8 weeks of pregnancy . It was at this time that the first muscles and the rudiments of the nervous system of the fetus are formed. Naturally, at this time, the movements of the embryo are still very primitive - these are muscle contractions in response to nerve impulses.

Approximately from 10 weeks of pregnancy the fetus begins to move more actively in the uterus, and, encountering an obstacle on its way (walls of the uterus), change the trajectory of movements. However, the baby is still very small and the impacts on the uterine wall are very weak, the expectant mother cannot yet feel them. At 11-12 weeks of intrauterine life, a little man already knows how to clench his fists, grimace, frown, by 16 weeks of pregnancy he begins to react to loud, sharp sounds with increased motor activity, at 17 weeks the first facial expressions appear, and at 18 weeks he covers his face with his hands and plays with the umbilical cord, compresses and unclenches the fingers of the hands. nine0003

Gradually, with increasing gestational age, movements become more coordinated and more like conscious. When the baby grows up, the pregnant woman begins to feel his movements.

When does the fetal movement begin during the first and subsequent pregnancies

It is generally accepted that during the first pregnancy, the expectant mother feels the first fetal movements at 20 weeks of pregnancy, with repeated pregnancies - at 18 weeks. This is not entirely true. A mother who is expecting her first child, indeed, most often begins to feel the movements of the fetus a little later than a multiparous woman. This is due to the fact that "experienced" mothers know how the movements of the crumbs are felt at first and what they should feel. Some primigravidas perceive the first movements of the fetus as an increase in intestinal peristalsis, “gaziki”. Many women describe the first movements of the fetus as a feeling of fluid transfusion in the abdomen, "fluttering butterflies" or "swimming fish." nine0003

The first movements are usually rare and irregular. The time of the first sensations of fetal movements naturally depends on the individual sensitivity of the woman. Some future mothers feel the first movements as early as 15-16 weeks, and someone only after 20. Slender women, as a rule, begin to feel movements earlier than full ones. Women who lead an active lifestyle, work hard, usually feel the movements of the fetus later.

By 20 weeks, due to the formation of the spinal cord and brain, as well as the accumulation of a certain amount of muscle mass in the fetus, movements become more regular and noticeable .

From 24 weeks of pregnancy, the movements of the fetus are already reminiscent of the movements of a newborn - the expectant mother feels how the fetus changes position, moves its arms and legs. The motor activity of the fetus increases gradually and its peak falls on the period from the 24th to the 32nd week of pregnancy. At this time, the activity of the baby's movements becomes one of the indicators of its normal development. After 24 weeks, the child begins to "communicate" with the mother with the help of movements, respond to the sounds of voice, music, and the emotional state of the mother. With an increase in the gestational age of more than 32 weeks, the motor activity of the fetus gradually decreases due to the fact that the baby is growing up and he simply does not have enough space for active movements. This becomes especially noticeable at the time of childbirth. By the end of the third trimester of pregnancy, the number of fetal movements may decrease somewhat, but their intensity and strength remain the same or increase. nine0003

Fetal movement rate

The baby in the mother's belly moves almost constantly. At the 20th week of pregnancy, the fetus makes about 200 movements per day, and between the 28th and 32nd weeks, the number of movements reaches 600 per day. Naturally, a pregnant woman does not feel all the movements of the fetus, but only a small part of them. So, after 28 weeks, the frequency of fetal movement, according to the sensations of a woman, is usually 4 to 8 times per hour, with the exception of periods of fetal sleep (3-4 hours in a row). nine0003

In the third trimester, a pregnant woman may notice that her baby has regular sleep and wake cycles. Children are usually most active from 19:00 to 4:00 in the morning, and the period of "rest" occurs more often from 4 to 9:00 in the morning. Of course, the movements of the fetus depend on the mood of the mother, if the mother is worried or happy, the baby can move more actively, or vice versa, calm down. The fact is that when a mother rejoices, her body significantly increases the amount of hormones of joy - endorphins, which regulate the work of the heart and blood vessels, including the vessels of the placenta. During stress or pronounced negative emotions, biologically active substances are also produced - stress hormones, they also affect the work of the heart and blood vessels. It is thanks to this biological interaction between the organisms of mother and baby that the fetus feels the state of the mother. When the expectant mother is resting, the baby usually becomes more active, if the pregnant woman is active, busy with some kind of work, the child most often calms down. The movements also change depending on the satiety of the expectant mother. Usually the baby begins to move actively after the mother eats, especially something sweet. At the same time, the level of glucose in the blood increases sharply, which causes the fetus to be more active. nine0003

Fetal movements are the language in which the unborn child speaks to the mother. Naturally, a pregnant woman should listen to the movements, because in some cases, changes in the movements of the fetus may indicate a violation of its intrauterine state and a not entirely successful pregnancy.

If, after 20 weeks of pregnancy, the expectant mother does not feel the movement of the fetus, it may be worthwhile to see a doctor and make sure that everything is in order with the baby.

Methods for assessing the "sufficiency" of fetal movements

Counting the number of movements

The easiest way to assess fetal movements is to count the number of movements of the pregnant woman herself. Self-assessment methods are very easy to use, do not require additional equipment, the presence of a doctor and are easily reproducible by any woman. Their disadvantages are that each woman has different thresholds of susceptibility.

Count to ten

The most common method for assessing fetal movements is called count to ten . It can be carried out after 28 weeks of pregnancy, when the fetus is mature enough for active movements. Its essence lies in the fact that the expectant mother counts the movements of the fetus for a 12-hour time interval, for example, from 9 am to 9 pm. The time when a pregnant woman catches the tenth movement is recorded on a tablet. If the fetus makes less than 10 movements in 12 hours, this is a reason to consult a doctor for an additional examination.

Sadowski Method

In the evening after dinneruntil 11 p.m.), the woman lies on her left side and counts the movements of the fetus. At the same time, everything is considered, even the smallest movements. If 10 or more movements are noted within an hour, this indicates that the baby is moving quite actively and feels good. If the fetus moved less than 10 times in an hour, then the movements are counted for the next hour. Evening time for this assessment method was not chosen by chance. It is in the evening hours, especially after dinner and the associated increase in glucose, that the greatest activity of the fetus is noted. If the number of fetal movements during this test is less than 10 per two hours, this should be considered as a sign of a violation of his condition and additional studies should be carried out. nine0003

For an obstetrician-gynecologist, fetal movements are also an important diagnostic criterion for some deviations in the course of pregnancy from the norm. Too active, violent, painful fetal movement or weak, rare movements may indicate its unfavorable condition.

Changes in fetal activity

Changes in fetal activity may be associated with external influences. For example, if a pregnant woman lies on her back for a long time, then the enlarged uterus compresses a large vessel - the inferior vena cava, the blood flow to the fetus is disrupted, which immediately causes its violent reaction - active movements. The same changes in the activity of the baby can occur in any other uncomfortable position of the mother - if she leans forward, squeezing her stomach, sits with her legs crossed, the child forces her mother to change her position with her activity. A similar situation occurs if the baby himself squeezes or presses the loops of the umbilical cord, limiting the flow of blood through it. He begins to move more actively, changes his position and relieves pressure on the umbilical cord. However, in some cases, an increase or vice versa, a subsidence of fetal movements can be a sign of a serious pathology. nine0003

After 28 weeks of pregnancy, if your baby does not let you know for 3-4 hours, he may just be sleeping. In this case, the expectant mother needs to eat something sweet and lie down on her left side for half an hour. If these simple manipulations do not lead to a result, it is worth repeating them again after 2-3 hours. If this time the baby does not make itself felt, this is an occasion to consult a doctor. Rare and weak movements can also indicate a fetal problem, most often a lack of oxygen for the baby, that is, fetal hypoxia. nine0003

Determining the condition of the fetus

To determine the condition of the fetus, the doctor conducts a series of examinations:

Auscultation (listening)

The simplest is auscultation (listening) using a special wooden tube (obstetric stethoscope) or a special device that captures the fetal heartbeat, doctor listens to the baby's heartbeat. Normally, it is about 120-160 beats per minute. A decrease in heart rate less than 120 or an increase of more than 160 indicates intrauterine suffering of the child. nine0003

Ultrasound and dopplerometry

During ultrasound, the doctor visually assesses the size of the fetus, the correspondence of the development of the fetus to the gestational age, because with oxygen starvation, the growth rate of the fetus slows down and its size lags behind the norm for each period of pregnancy. Also important is the structure of the placenta, the presence of signs of aging in it, as a result of which the function of transferring blood, oxygen and nutrients to the fetus usually worsens. During ultrasound, the amount and type of amniotic fluid is assessed, which can also change with intrauterine fetal suffering. Dopplerometry of the vessels of the placenta and umbilical cord is a method for studying blood flow velocities in these vessels. With a decrease in the speed of blood flow in any vessel, one can speak of fetal malnutrition of varying severity. nine0003

Learn more about the services:

  • Pregnancy ultrasound
  • Ultrasound in the first trimester of pregnancy
  • Make KTG
  • Perform fetal echocardiography

Cardiotocography (CTG)

This is an important method for assessing the condition of the fetus. CTG is performed at a gestational age of 33 weeks or more, since only in this period of intrauterine development of the baby is a full-fledged regulation of the activity of the cardiovascular system of the fetus by the centers of the spinal cord and brain. Recording of fetal heartbeats is carried out for at least 40 minutes, and if necessary, the study can be extended up to one and a half hours. The device registers and records the baby's heart rate. For example, with a decrease in the concentration of oxygen in the blood of the fetus, the supply of oxygen to the cells of the nervous system decreases, which in turn affects the heart rate, especially during the period of wakefulness of the child. The obstetrician-gynecologist evaluates the heartbeat recording curve, episodes of slowing down and a sharp increase in the fetal heart rate, and based on these data, makes a conclusion about how comfortable the baby feels in the mother's stomach. nine0003

If during additional methods for assessing the condition of the fetus, initial disturbances in the supply of oxygen to the baby are detected, drug treatment is carried out aimed at increasing the access of blood and oxygen through the placenta and mandatory control examinations against the background of ongoing therapy. If the changes are profound and the baby experiences a pronounced deficiency of oxygen and nutrients, his condition suffers, an emergency delivery of such a patient is performed.

Fetal movements are not only an indicator of his condition, it is a way of communication between the baby and parents. The movements of the crumbs in the mother's tummy are unforgettable sensations that a woman can experience only in this short, but such a happy period of her life. nine0003

Center for Fetal Medicine in Moscow:

The main activities of our center are the early detection of congenital malformations in the fetus, prenatal screening for the detection of chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus, as well as pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia, fetal growth retardation and threatened abortion.

Our center is organized in such a way that the whole range of services is concentrated in one place, where a woman receives the results of various types of examinations, including ultrasound, biochemical, and specialist consultation within 1-1. 5 hours. In the presence of a high risk for chromosomal diseases in the fetus, invasive diagnostics and genetics consultation are carried out here in the center. nine0003

Fetal echocardiography is given special attention in our center, since congenital heart defects in the fetus are increasingly common today, but, unfortunately, are often missed during ultrasound during pregnancy.

In view of the ever-increasing number of multiple pregnancies, which requires more time and a special approach, the observation of women with multiple pregnancies has been allocated to us in a separate clinic for multiple pregnancies.

All examinations in the center are carried out according to the international standards FMF (Fetal Medicine Foundation) and ISUOG (International Society for Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology). In complex clinical cases, we can consult with specialists from King's College Hospital, King's College Hospital (London, UK). nine0003

The team is a special pride of the center. Our doctors are not only one of the leading specialists, professors, doctors and candidates of medical sciences, doctors of the highest categories, they are also a team of like-minded people and real enthusiasts in their field. All ultrasound diagnostic doctors in our center have international FMF certificates. Having extensive experience in prenatal diagnostics, we share our knowledge with our colleagues by conducting training courses.

The Center is equipped with the most modern diagnostic equipment: these are the latest generation ultrasound machines, GE Voluson E8 Expert, with a complete set of modern technologies, including three-dimensional ones, this is a biochemical analyzer, Delfia Xpress, these are workplaces with professional computer programs. nine0003

The baby moves all the time in the abdomen. Why does the child kick hard and painfully, very often in the stomach? When, at how many months does the child start kicking in the first and second pregnancy? How often should the baby push in the stomach? Does the child kick

24-04-2006, 17:50

The baby is very active from the 26th week (now 35), turns and turns often during the day, and sometimes the stomach just walks around. When I walk or stand more - I feel less, if I sit more during the day - then our tossing and turning sometimes continues for 20 minutes, 7 times a day (my husband counted :-)), both day and evening, and lying down (and I don’t lie on my back in general!) and sitting .. Doppler was given - everything is fine, according to ultrasound - the placenta is normal, the baby is growing adequately. nine0159 I already got used to this hooliganism, but I thought, maybe someone has come across this and can give some more advice or recommendation?

Obstetricians (various) say that 1. you need to walk more (I tried - without much result)
2. do physical education (jumps with me)
3. take chimes and other drugs (chimes saw - to no avail, for others - allergic reaction)
4. The reason may be. slight oligohydramnios (and if according to ultrasound - everything is normal?) - nothing needs to be done
5. today they prescribed an abdominal decompression (think about it :))
6. they say that I need to treat my nerves (I drink valerian, at least henna for the baby)
7. they don’t say anything at all - they think, probably, all this is imagining me ..
Thank you all in advance!

2006-04-24 18:24

Basyanya! And why does it bother you so much? The baby jumps cheerfully in the tummy. This is much better than sitting quietly in the corner and being sad. :)
P.S.: my daughter managed to run away from the sensor during ultrasound, everyone thought that there would be a football player boy. :) nine0003

Hedgehog in the fog

24-04-2006, 18:30

24-04-2006, 18:35

worries because not like everyone else :-)) I won't talk to anyone - everyone's cubs are calm. I haven't seen such posts on the forum either. So thoughts creep into her head - what if she lacks something there, maybe she has already wrapped her umbilical cord five times, etc., etc. And in the books it is written - with mild hypoxia, motor activity intensifies - that's scary, I want to know how it was with anyone :-)

04-24-2006, 18:39

My daughter was very, very active in her tummy. And now, too, the little devil :), and even the very little one was terribly active. Maybe you just have a baby a lot of energy?
That would be nice!! otherwise I am not very energetic myself..

04-24-2006, 19:21 He also reacts to the weather. He wakes up from his father's voice. He can sleep all day, and in the evening, when dad comes home from work, wakes up and then jumps all night, he won’t let me sleep. nine0003

2006-04-24 19:22

Don't worry!
I have a similar situation. The child moves very often and actively, everything is in order on the ultrasound, but it spins - it spins actively, especially when you sit :)
It doesn’t let me sleep on my back at all since the 18th week! Only on the side.... Damn, all the sides hurt already:)
Talk to others - they have quiet children in the tummy, but I do aerobics sometimes.
But today he is sitting quietly, and I'm really scared - is everything in order? why quiet?
I've been to the doctor - everything seems to be fine, he probably sleeps all day. ...
He moves so lazily and goes back to sleep...
Even this frightens me more than if he "jumped" with me.
So rejoice! and then when it's quiet - the hair stands on end!

04-24-2006, 21:07

This is also a question of temperament. They're all different.
My eldest daughter was like that. The football team was resting. :) Temperamentally beat me on the kidneys and other internal organs day and night. :010: Born quickly in 3 hours - went to ram. After birth, she was also always active. She started running earlier than walking. She subsided slightly by the age of 5-6. Fighter in general. :) nine0159 Good luck.:flower:

Another Katerina saw messages.

I am also cheerful. 25 (or already 26 weeks?). They say you need to walk more - and it's true, if you spend the whole day walking around on your feet - it will breathe cleaner than a tired mother;) And so - it jumps, as if it is preparing for football players

2006-04-24 21:54

. So far I have found out only one way to calm Hugo - to walk in the fresh air until we are completely exhausted :) after that we both sleep without hind legs. And so ... sometimes under the ribs kaaaak will move with all its might, I even scream sometimes. So, don't worry, there are many of us :)

2006-04-24 22:13

it's just such a character)) if the baby has enough oxygen, then everything should be OK) sit less - lie more and walk. Now the weather is wonderful! I was terrified in my stomach like a clobber - now it’s also like a motor in one place) and the neurologist says - a great child))) so don’t worry!

2006-04-24 22:31

Oh, girls, thank you very much for the feedback, it just became even easier that I'm not the only one. Temperament is already in someone :-) Partying really helps - but only for the duration of the walk itself, the masuska is rocking. A friend of mine just now told me that her boy just fought, fought for weeks from the 26-28th, and they were given xp. hypoxia. She gave birth on time, it was 12 years ago - then, of course, everything was different in obstetrics .. But still they had problems with neurology ..
Has anyone done abdominal decompression? How do active children react? After all, if it calms down, I will worry even more, just like Angela !!

2006-04-25 08:18

2006-04-25 13:35

2006-04-25 13:42

I wanted to tell you that I had fetal hypoxia and aging of the placenta. I often drew the attention of my doctor from the LCD to constant stirring. She reasoned as well as many on the forum - everything is OK. Until, finally, a colleague of my gynecologist took me to a CTG - and when she couldn’t even hear the baby’s heartbeat due to constant movements, she quickly sent me for an ultrasound scan (because in addition to the aging of the placenta, there could still be a possibility of umbilical cord entanglement). So not everything is as rosy as many wrote here. I went for abdominal decompression. In addition, I was prescribed a number of other drugs. And at 35 weeks, they put her in the RD for preservation, where they were observed and treated until the very birth. nine0003

And they told me it was fetal hypoxia. Katyukha was also constantly moving actively...

04-25-2006, 18:53

Thank you, the latest messages are already more specific. It is necessary to go to the CTG - but where is it better? And one more thing: they say it's a long time - 40 minutes, do you have to lie on your back there? They told me on the doppler that you can’t lie on your back at all, and on your side the blood flow in the placenta is normal! My baby was also very active in the tummy. From his football, I often had preparatory bouts. I waved my fist to the doctor on the ultrasound (there is even a video with this moment), hid and it was at 16 weeks ... Vrochi strove to save everything just in case, I came to the hospital, rested for a week, the tests were all good and they sent me home. I gave birth in 5 hours. The boy is calm, but mobile was born. The neurologist has no questions for us. nine0003

If a child behaves like this all the time, cheerful and cheerful, then there is nothing to worry about. Now, if he suddenly starts to fight for no reason, to worry, then it is worth being examined.

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2006-04-26 17:47

I have a similar situation. The child moves very often and actively, everything is in order on the ultrasound, but spinning - spinning actively, especially when you are sitting :)

2006-04-26, 17:51 I also decided to dig a hole in the right side. I don't know what she's doing there, but the feeling is that she's digging))))

Looking for a way out :))

2006-04-26, 18:02

I have a similar situation. The child moves very often and actively, everything is in order on the ultrasound, but he spins - he spins actively, especially when you sit :)

I have the same. sometimes it seems that the child does not know what sleep is.
promised that by the end of the ber-ti will subside. Where there: 010: Heels, knees, elbows run like that - a tubercle pops up right under the skin and let's rush from side to side: 010: :) but I like ...: 008: he doesn’t let himself be forgotten for a minute, though it is clear that this is impossible.
Why do the doctors say, how is the ultrasound? At the last ultrasound, they told me that the circumference of the abdomen was 2 weeks behind the deadline. 2 weeks, however, is not so much, but somehow, apparently, this is due to such increased activity. She is engaged in shaping the baby, she is afraid to get better :-))
I'm also worried - if the baby hardly sleeps now, what will happen after birth?! But babies grow up in their sleep..

04-26-2006, 18:41

my baby is very active. Of course, I am very pleased to feel her movements, but sometimes I just get tired. shocks can continue without interruption for several hours,
both day and night.
but I'm still very happy. this is much better than if she had quieted down there, I would not have found a place for myself. there were a couple of times when she didn’t push for a while, so I got exhausted, persuaded her, then she really more than compensated for a slight lull. nine0003

It's true that everywhere they write that after 33-35 weeks the babies become cramped and the movements become more rare, but that's not about us...

The husband says that it is the daughter who is so happy that she will soon see her father. :046:

I'm already preparing for her activities after the birth.

Babies are different, and the nature of their movements directly depends on their temperament. For example, an active baby will always move more, and a calm baby only makes his presence known from time to time. In this article, we will tell expectant mothers what rate of fetal movements is considered normal. nine0003

The activity of the baby's movements can fluctuate significantly. Although the baby in the womb moves almost constantly, only some of the baby's movements are so strong that they can be clearly felt. Some may not be noticed due to the position of the fetus in the direction of movement: they may be directed inward rather than outward. Or because of the activity of the mother: walking, walking often act as an inducement to sleep. It is also possible that you sleep when your baby's movements are most active, especially when it happens at night. nine0003

What affects the movements of the fetus

Studies have shown that even in the tummy the baby reacts to stimuli: external sounds, light. Their strength or intensity affects the activity of the child's movements. It has also been proven that the frequency of movements is affected by both the mental and physical state of the expectant mother.

For example, the intensity of stirring increases due to the release of hormones into the blood, when the expectant mother is nervous, is in a state of stress. The state of wakefulness and rest can change in the fetus during each hour. This happens in accordance with the rhythms (biorhythms) of its intrauterine development, which are different for everyone. Some children may be more mobile in a warm mother's belly, others may behave more moderately. nine0003

Babies, even in their mother's womb, have days of special activity and periods when they want to rest, and they behave calmly. Sometimes fetal movements can be caused by the touch of the body on the inner wall of the fetal membrane, from which it moves away.

He may not be getting enough oxygen from the blood through the umbilical cord. When he moves, her position changes, blood flow increases and oxygen supply increases.

Strong thrusts and movements of the baby in the abdomen: is this normal? nine0041

The number of movements of the fetus increases with the development of pregnancy. Rhythmic beats in some cases become regular and are repeated at a constant interval, while in others the fetus pushes spontaneously and in various ways.

The greater activity of the fetus in the mother's womb does not at all mean that after birth it will be more restless than those babies whose movements were less intense. The biological clock, character, temperament and other personality traits of the unborn child are influenced by dozens of parallel factors, from the birth process to the daily routine. nine0003

Although, there are various interesting points of view regarding the secrets of life in the womb. Here are some of the most striking examples:

A) Professor Hugo Jung believes that fetal movements can be regarded as a language of signs given "for the purpose of preconscious expression of well-being and development." The more complex the differentiated movements of the fetus, the better developed its ability to perceive tactile sensations.

B) The Dane Franz Beldman called the method of establishing contacts mother-fetus, father-mother-fetus through touch haptonomy (from the Greek - hapto - touch). nine0003

Stroking the belly of a pregnant woman, gently tapping on it, while speaking affectionate words, many get feedback from the baby in the form of response pushes, movements. You can reduce the anxiety of the fetus by stroking the abdomen, changing the position of the body of the pregnant woman, leading to relaxation of the abdominal muscles. You can stimulate the movements of the fetus, thereby training its muscles. The results of the observation showed that such activities can change for the better the relationship of future fathers and mothers to their child. nine0003

Activity test

1. Treat yourself (and baby) to a light breakfast (or afternoon snack). A mug of sweet tea with cream and toast (cupcake, cookies, etc.) will do.

2. After 10-15 minutes after that, lie down on a bed or sofa and spend an hour or two in a calm lying position. Usually such a “caloric investment” followed by rest on the part of the mother encourages the fetus to demonstrate its own presence.

If the attempt was unsuccessful, try again a little later (maybe last time you violated the “daily routine” and boldly tried to force the baby to do physical exercises during his “quiet hour”). nine0003

Warning signs associated with the movements of the child

If during the day the fetus does not detect motor activity, despite all your attempts to feel it, it is advisable to consult a doctor. Listening to the fetal heart sounds or a few seconds of an ultrasound scan will clarify the situation immediately.

In any case, there is no reason to panic. In medicine, there are cases when the expectant mother did not feel the movements of the fetus for several days, and this did not have terrible consequences. Although, of course, it will be safer to play it safe and contact a specialist. nine0003

Monitoring Fetal Movements

Advanced obstetricians strongly recommend taking “under control” of fetal movements from the 28th week of pregnancy. At this time, fetal movements are an indicator of his well-being. The control is carried out twice during each day - in the morning and in the evening.

The estimation is made as follows:

1. Mark the start time of counting.

2. Record all baby's movements (turns, pushes, kicks, movements, including light ones). nine0003

3. As soon as you have noted ten movements of the baby, record the end time of the count.

If 10-20 minutes have passed from the first to the tenth fetal movement, then the baby is quite active. If a little more, then probably now he is having a “smoke break”, or your baby does not initially belong to highly mobile people. If an hour has passed, then have a snack, as indicated above, and repeat the control count. If the fetus again took an hour, then an emergency doctor's consultation is required. nine0003

So, these are the most exciting, interesting, and, of course, important moments associated with fetal movements. I sincerely hope that, armed with this knowledge, the expectant mother will be more self-confident and avoid unnecessary fears and worries, and even, sometimes, real panic. And God forbid every woman throughout her pregnancy to feel the sweetest movements in the world - the movements of her unborn baby!

The first movements of the baby, still in the belly, are always a joyful and exciting event for the mother. But along with them, many expectant mothers have many questions: how often should the child move, what does his increased mobility indicate, and are long periods of calm when the fetus does not show any motor activity for some time normal? nine0003

When does the baby start moving?

Fetal movements begin to occur much earlier than a woman can feel. The embryo begins to make the first fairly active movements around the end of the eighth week of intrauterine development, but it is still impossible to notice them.

The baby begins to have its first palpable tremors around 16-20 weeks of pregnancy. However, his very first movements can also be very weak, and they can be easily confused with the motor activity of the intestines. But for many women, even at 20 weeks, the baby often moves in the stomach, since by this time the fetus may already be strong enough to make noticeable tremors. nine0003

It should be noted that the moment when the mother notices the baby's first movements depends largely on her physique and individual sensitivity. For example, some overweight women may feel the first movements after 20 weeks, but this does not mean that the child has not moved at all before.

The movements of the fetus in the womb are a sign of its normal functioning. However, many women are concerned about why the baby moves often and whether this is a sign of any violations. According to experts, in the vast majority of cases, strong and frequent tremors are a sign of the normal development of the fetus. They can only be endured, and in order to “calm down” a too active baby, you can try to change the position. nine0003

At 16-18 weeks of gestation, fetal movements may not be daily. The baby can move in a day or even two days. But from the beginning of the 24th to the end of the 28th week, the baby is actively developing, and it is during this period that he is most mobile. The child can move many times during the day, and the shocks can be felt from two different sides of the abdomen, since he is able to move two knees and fists at the same time. It is believed that the frequency and intensity of tremors depend on the behavior and life rhythm of a woman: the more she moves, the calmer the baby, and vice versa. nine0003

According to some standards, normal fetal mobility at 24-25 weeks should be at least ten shocks per day. But she will not remain so until the end of pregnancy: between 28 and 32 weeks of the term, the unborn child has a certain schedule: in the morning he becomes less active, and in the evening he begins to move more strongly. During this period, fetal movements should be daily and regular. If this does not happen, you should consult with a specialist leading the pregnancy. nine0003

It is believed that depending on how often a child moves, one can draw some conclusions about the process of his development. So, according to some doctors, the increased activity of the fetus may indicate the development of hypoxia - a lack of oxygen. At the same time, other experts deny this relationship. However, nothing prevents a woman from asking her doctor why the baby moves often and whether she should be worried about it.

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Of course, all future mothers are looking forward to the first movements of the fetus. Many women from this moment are truly aware of the fact of their pregnancy. At this stage, many questions arise regarding the activity of the fetus in the mother's tummy. We will answer the most popular ones. nine0003

1. The baby begins to move before you feel it

The first movements of the fetus begin to move early, as early as 7-8 weeks of pregnancy. It was at this time that his first muscles and the beginnings of the nervous system were formed. From about 10 weeks of pregnancy, the baby begins to move more actively in the uterus, sometimes bumping into its walls. However, it is still very small, and these blows are very weak, so the expectant mother cannot yet feel them.

2. “Like a fish swam”: during the first pregnancy, fetal movements are felt later

The first movements of the fetus will be soft and as if tickling - as if a fish swam. The expectant mother will be able to feel tangible shocks a little later. If the pregnancy is the first, the first movements of the fetus can be noticed at a period of 18-20 weeks, and with a second pregnancy - at 16-18 weeks (the woman is already familiar with this feeling, she more accurately and earlier determines the movement of the fetus).

In general, the manifestation of the first movements of the fetus is very individual and depends on how sensitive the expectant mother is, as well as on her physique. For example, thin women may feel fetal movements earlier - even at 15-16 weeks, and larger mothers - sometimes after 20 weeks. nine0003

Women who lead an active lifestyle, work a lot, usually feel the movements of the fetus later, because when they are busy, they usually listen to their inner feelings less.

3. From the 24th week the fetus already “communicates” with the mother through movements

Fetal movements are an indicator of a normal pregnancy, good growth, development and well-being of the baby. At first, when the expectant mother only felt the first movements of the fetus (18–20 weeks), movements may not even be felt every day. From 24 weeks of pregnancy, the expectant mother already feels how the fetus changes position, moves its arms and legs. The motor activity of the fetus increases gradually, and its peak falls on the period from the 24th to the 32nd week of pregnancy. At this time, she becomes one of the indicators of the normal development of the baby, the child begins to "communicate" with his mother with the help of movements, respond to the sounds of her voice and emotional state. From the moment of “his growing up”, when the baby began to actively move, he “talks” to his mother, thereby informing her about his anxiety, joy, pleasure or his well-being. nine0003

In turn, the fetus is very sensitive to changes in the emotional state of the expectant mother. For example, when she is excited, worried about something or rejoices, the baby may move more actively or, conversely, calm down for a while. Fetal movements can vary in number and intensity even during the day. And this is normal.

4. If there is no movement, the baby can just sleep

Starting from the 24th week of pregnancy, the baby should move on average 10-15 times per hour. If the baby does not make itself felt within 3-4 hours, it is possible that he is just sleeping. In this case, the expectant mother needs to eat something sweet and lie down on her left side for half an hour. If these simple steps do not help, it is worth repeating them again after 2-3 hours. If the baby still does not make itself felt, this is an occasion to consult a doctor. nine0003

After 32 weeks of pregnancy, the number of fetal movements gradually decreases due to the fact that the baby is growing up, and he simply does not have enough free space. But their intensity and strength remain the same or increase. This becomes especially noticeable at the time of childbirth.

Seek immediate medical attention if:

  • no fetal activity for 12 hours or more,
  • the fetus was excessively active for several days, and then abruptly subsided,
    • nine0005 you notice only rare and weak fetal movements (this may be caused by a lack of oxygen - fetal hypoxia).

5. How to count fetal movements? 2 special tests

Every expectant mother is recommended to count the number of fetal movements, especially in the third trimester of pregnancy (after the 28th week) - there should be at least ten of them during the day. There are 2 fetal movement tests to assess fetal activity

"Count to ten" . On a special card (you can get it from your doctor or he will tell you how to make it), the number of fetal movements is noted daily, usually from 28 weeks of pregnancy. The essence of the fetal movement test is that the expectant mother counts fetal movements for 12 hours, for example, from 9morning until 9 pm. If the fetus makes less than 10 movements per period, this is a reason to consult a doctor for an examination.

There is another way to count fetal movements - Sadowski method . They spend it like this: in the evening after dinner, the woman lies on her left side and counts the movements of the fetus. In this case, it is necessary to take into account all, even the smallest movements of the fetus. If 10 or more fetal movements are noted within an hour, this indicates that the baby feels good. If the fetus moved less than 10 times in an hour, then its movements are counted for the next hour. Evening time for this assessment method was not chosen by chance. It is in the evening, especially after dinner and the associated increase in glucose, that the greatest activity of the fetus is noted. If the number of fetal movements is less than 10 times in 2 hours, this should be considered as a sign of a violation of his condition and additional studies should be carried out. nine0003

6. Fetal movements can be a little painful

Sometimes the movements of the baby cause pain to the expectant mother. In this case, she needs to change the position of the body (lie down on the other side, walk, etc.). After that, the discomfort should pass. If for a long time, for several hours, fetal movements remain painful, the expectant mother should definitely inform the doctor about this, as this may be a sign of problems during pregnancy (for example, with oligohydramnios). In addition, most expectant mothers note some soreness in the hypochondrium, especially in the third trimester of pregnancy - and this is not a deviation from the norm, since the uterus has risen high enough for the baby to “get” already in these areas. nine0003

7. Nimble baby: why are fetal movements too active?

The baby can move too actively, as already mentioned, when the emotional state of the expectant mother changes, in addition, this way he can react to external noise (from about the 20th week of pregnancy, when the hearing aid was formed and the bones in it began to ossify, so that conduct sound). Therefore, if the expectant mother comes to an apartment that is being renovated, or watches a movie with strong sound effects in a cinema, she will most likely feel quite frequent tremors in her tummy. nine0003

8. What is the oxygen starvation of the fetus?

There is a common belief that increased fetal activity is a sign of oxygen starvation, but this is not always the case. Indeed, in the initial stages of fetal hypoxia, the baby's restless behavior is noted, which consists in the increase and intensification of his movements. However, with a prolonged or increasing lack of oxygen, the movements of the little man weaken, and may even stop altogether. Therefore, rare (less than 10 per day), weak fetal movements (especially after 30 weeks) or increased activity after a “quiet period” should cause alarm, which requires urgent consultation with a doctor. If the doctor suspects something is wrong, he will send the expectant mother for an ultrasound or CTG (cardiotocography), with which you can figure out why the baby is behaving this way. And if necessary, the doctor will prescribe treatment to normalize the condition of the fetus. nine0003

It is very important to listen to the sensations in your tummy and notice how often and intensively the baby moves. Then you can feel the changes in the nature of his movements and consult a doctor in time to make sure that everything is in order with the baby.

9. The little “cosmonaut” is constantly on the move

At the 20th week of pregnancy, the fetus makes about 200 movements per day, and between the 28th and 32nd weeks their daily number reaches 600. Naturally, the expectant mother does not feel all the movements of the baby, but only a small part of them. So, after 28 weeks, the frequency of fetal movement, according to the sensations of a woman, is usually 4 to 8 times per hour, with the exception of periods of his sleep (3-4 hours in a row). In the third trimester, a pregnant woman may notice that the baby has certain sleep and wake cycles. Children are usually most active from 19hours to 4 o'clock in the morning, and the period of "rest" occurs more often from 4 to 9 o'clock in the morning.

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Every mother-to-be is looking forward to the moment when she can feel the movement of her baby. It is not surprising: after all, internal shocks contribute to the perception of the child as a full-fledged little man, and not just a picture on the screen.

But tracking movement is important not only for your own joy, but also for conclusions regarding the course of pregnancy. For example, mothers who are expecting their first child are known to go into labor 20 weeks after the initial push. And those women who already have children can expect replenishment in the family in 22-23 weeks. nine0003

How long does it take for the first tremors to appear

It's hard to believe, but in fact the baby starts to move in the stomach much earlier than it can be felt. It's just that at first he is so small that the swings of his arms and legs cannot be felt.

Mothers who are expecting their first child , most often for the first time tremors are felt at 20-23 week. By this time, the baby inside is already gaining enough weight, becoming stronger, and he finally manages to “get through” to his mother. nine0003

Women expecting a second or the third child are more observant and sensitive to his movements, so they manage to track the tremors much earlier - around 16 weeks.

There is another reason why a woman may feel movements prematurely - expectation of twins. In this case, shocks occur at 15-16 week and are intense, ubiquitous. It is easy to confirm the guess with the help of ultrasound.

The duration of the movement may also depend on the type of figure: thin mothers will feel the movements inside earlier than women with more curvaceous forms. nine0003

Dynamics of the child's activity at different periods

Doctors note that the child is most active at 6-7 month of pregnancy, then his movements become more streamlined.

Prior to this, shocks are felt less because of insufficient muscle strength of the child. They are more like light touches, tickling or even rumbling in the stomach.

In the last month, the baby becomes so big that he cannot move freely in the uterus and do everything he likes. nine0003

The period of activity is the most difficult for the mother. If early tremors are perceived with affection, then at this stage they can seriously interfere with a woman’s rest and sleep.

What influences a child's activity?

Active pregnant women are less concerned about tremors

The nature of tremors, the “schedule” is purely individual for everyone.

The intensity of movements is also affected by the temperament of the baby. As well as the amount of amniotic fluid, the characteristics of the woman's body, the presentation of the fetus and much more. nine0003

But the mother herself can influence the activity of the baby in many ways. For example, women who are active during pregnancy, doing gymnastics, are less bothered by pushing. The child is lulled by uniform movements, and he calms down.

But when the mother is motionless, the baby obviously tries to remind her of her existence and starts pushing again. Therefore, you should be prepared for unplanned nighttime awakenings: the baby will not let you relax.

The child is trying to contact his mother, he feels her mood and responds to it.

Nervousness during pregnancy also affects the movements of the fetus. The more experiences you experience, the more active the tremors. That's why it is so important to avoid worries and worries during this period - all this is displayed on your baby.

In addition, the mother's consumption of a number of products, including sweets, affects the increase in activity. Whether this is due to the innate love of children for sweets, with getting an influx of energy, or an attempt to protect mom from extra calories, is unknown - but the fact is the fact. nine0003

Why is it necessary to monitor the child's movements?

If the shocks are felt in the upper part of the abdomen, he lies head down, if in the lower part - the baby has a breech presentation.

Of course, moving a baby is a very individual process, and yet there are norms and deviations. Do not worry if the baby does not make itself felt within a few hours - he can simply sleep.

But if immobility drags on, this is a reason to be wary. You need to try to stir up the baby with the help of physical exercises, eating sweets. nine0003

If this does not help, you will certainly need to consult a gynecologist.

When should I see a doctor?

Slight movements should normally be regular, as a rule, the baby is “at the peak of activity” up to ten times a day.

If the movements are sluggish

If the movements are sluggish, or you have stopped feeling them at all, this is a reason to see a doctor.

This condition may be associated with serious diseases that need to be urgently diagnosed. Doctors prescribe ultrasound and CTG to identify the cause. nine0003

Most often it is hypoxia, which, in turn, is caused by various complications and diseases both in the mother and the fetus. Among them are cardiovascular diseases, anemia, diabetes, abnormal position of the fetus in the uterus and more. With oxygen starvation, excessive activity is most often replaced by lethargy of tremors. If the diagnosis is confirmed, the pregnancy should proceed under close medical supervision.

If the movements are intense

The same applies to too intense fetal movements that cause pain and discomfort to the mother. Excessive mobility does not benefit the child: he can wrap himself around the umbilical cord and harm himself. nine0003

It is normal to experience discomfort with pushing later in life. You can try to calm your naughty by lulling him.

But if the movements are violent, do not subside and cause severe pain, you should definitely consult a doctor.

Remember that pushing your baby communicates information to you, only in this way can he tell you that he is not feeling well and that something is wrong for him. lacks.

Yes, there are complications, but don't panic too much after every movement of the child. Worrying will only increase his anxiety. It is better to track his "messages" and keep a pregnancy diary with joy and peace of mind. Think about how interesting it will be many years later for both you and the already matured inhabitant of your tummy to remember this first communication experience.

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