What does the fetal lower abdominal movement mean

If the fetus moves in the lower abdomen, it means that fetal movement has occurred. Usually, fetal movement will gradually occur in the middle of pregnancy, and it may happen in the morning, noon or evening. Only the corresponding fetal movement means that the fetus in your belly is growing healthily, and it also means that the fetus in your belly has begun to move. At this time, you must adjust your emotions and not be too excited. This is beneficial to the growth of the fetus.

Generally, fetal movement can be felt between 15 and 20 weeks of pregnancy, reaching its peak between 28 and 32 weeks of pregnancy, and gradually decreasing after 38 weeks of pregnancy. Pregnant women should measure fetal movement from the 28th week of gestation, once in the morning, noon and evening, each time for 1 hour. Normal fetal movement is 3 to 5 times per hour. You can also multiply the number of fetal movements measured 3 times by 4, which is equal to the number of fetal movements in 12 hours, which should be more than 30 times. Too much or too little may indicate that there is something abnormal in the fetus and you should seek medical attention promptly.

The fetus begins to move from about the 8th week, and the spine also begins to make subtle movements. The mother cannot perceive the fetal movement at this time. Since the end of 16 weeks, the fully developed limbs will begin to move actively. Usually the mother can feel the fetal movement at this time, but some people may still not know what it feels like. The fetus's punching, kicking, turning and other movements can not only be felt but also seen. As the fetus grows, fetal movements are most noticeable between 28 and 32 weeks.

After 32 weeks, the fetus gradually occupies the space in the uterus and its movement is significantly restricted. Although restrained, the fetus will occasionally deliver a powerful blow. When the baby's head hits the muscles of the pelvic floor, you will feel a sudden blow. Change of position and emotional response In addition to exercising and coordinating growing muscles, the fetus may move for other reasons. For example, your baby may be changing positions or moving because the way you sit or stand is uncomfortable for her. Maybe she just wanted to change her position so that she could enjoy sucking her fingers more easily.

There are four patterns of fetal movement :

1. Whole body exercise: Movement of the entire torso, such as turning over. This type of exercise is relatively powerful, and each movement lasts for a long time, generally 3-30 seconds.

2. Limb movement: stretch your arms, twist your body, etc. Each movement usually lasts 1 to 15 seconds.

3. Lower limb movement: This is the kicking movement of the baby that we often feel. This movement is very fast and the force is relatively weak, and each fetal movement usually lasts less than 1 second.

4. Chest wall movement: It is relatively short and weak, and is generally not easy for mothers to feel.