I'm so excited for my baby's first kicks! I'm in my first pregnancy, and I'm wondering around what week most women start to feel their baby's movements, like fluttering or actual kicks?
Ah, wait for a few more weeks and your stomach will become a football field! Right now in my 3rd trimester, this little monster kicks so hard I can't even sleep peacefully. Enjoy the quiet phase for now haha.
Usually, first-time moms feel those little flutters around 18 to 22 weeks. If you don't feel it by then, don't panic but definitely mention it to your gynac in your next scan visit.
Look, there is no fixed date for this. Some feel it early at 18 weeks, some after 22 weeks. Just go for your regular scans and keep your gynac in the loop, no need to compare with others.
Initially, you'll think it's just gas bubbles acting up inside! But soon you'll realize it's the baby doing karate flips in there. Usually happens around 18-20 weeks, so hang in there!
In our home, elders say to drink cold water or milk and lie down on your left side to feel the baby's first kicks. It worked for me around 5th month, but do consult your doctor if you're worried.
My saas kept telling me that the baby will kick exactly at 5 months, but I actually felt it slightly later around 21 weeks. Every pregnancy is different so don't stress if it takes a bit of time.
I felt the movements around the 20th week. Since I had thyroid issues, I was always extra careful and noted down everything for my monthly doctor visits, so do ask your doc if you feel anxious.
It is very important to track these things. I had some issues in my pregnancy, so my doctor told me to be very mindful of when movements start and to report any delay immediately. Please speak to your doctor if you have crossed 22 weeks.
