Most moms feel the first kicks between 18 to 22 weeks. Around this time you also have the costly anomaly scan, so it's a very exciting but busy month financially with tests and planning. Just hold on, you'll feel those beautiful movements very soon!
Medically, first-time moms usually feel movements (called quickening) between 18 to 22 weeks, while second-time moms might feel it slightly earlier. It also depends on your placenta position. If you don't feel anything even by week 24, just mention it to your gynac for a routine check-up.
I remember waiting so impatiently around week 18, wondering when I'd feel my little one. Then suddenly in week 21, I felt a distinct little tap, it was the best feeling ever! Now that my baby is a toddler, I sometimes miss those quiet little kicks inside my belly, so cherish this wait.
I started feeling tiny bubbles or 'flutters' around week 20, which is very typical. I only do light walking and doctor-approved prenatal yoga to keep my body active, and sometimes I feel the baby move right after my sessions! But always check with your doctor before starting any exercises to stay safe.
Oh, get ready because once they start kickboxing around week 20, they won't stop! In the beginning, it just feels like gas bubbles, so you might mistake it for your lunch. But soon those kicks will be very clear, so just enjoy the quiet phase for now!
Usually, beta, you will start feeling the baby's gentle movements around the 5th month of pregnancy. Don't worry if you don't feel it early, every baby is different. Keep your mind calm, eat healthy home-cooked food, and soon you will feel those sweet kicks.
First-time mothers typically perceive fetal movement around the 20-week mark, though it can vary. The location of your placenta, like an anterior placenta, can also cushion the movements making them harder to feel early on. If you ever have concerns about baby's movement patterns, it is always best to consult your doctor.
My pregnancy tracker app notified me to look out for 'flutters' around week 19, and that's exactly when I felt it! It felt like little butterflies in my stomach. The app really helped me understand what to expect each week, so I highly recommend downloading one to track your milestones.
