What to do if the fetus moves during the 21st week of pregnancy

Every pregnant woman has a very hard life, with a big belly and difficulty in moving. Especially after a certain period of pregnancy, the baby in the belly starts to move frequently, such as lifting the belly, wriggling, etc. This is called fetal movement. So what are the effects of fetal movement and what issues should parents pay attention to? Fetal movement is also a sign of the fetus's physical condition. So, what should a pregnant woman do if she experiences fetal movement at 21 weeks? Next, let’s take a look at the knowledge about fetal movement.

Fetal movement is an indicator of the baby's health. Pregnant women can count fetal movements to know the safety of the fetus. If there is no fetal movement during the 5th to 6th month of pregnancy, you should go to the hospital for a detailed examination in time. If you feel a decrease in fetal movement, it is a danger signal for the fetus. It is also a common clinical symptom, indicating that the fetus is suffering from intrauterine hypoxia with an accuracy rate of up to 80%. The disappearance of fetal movement is more serious, and often indicates that the fetus may die in the short term. You should be highly vigilant and go to the hospital for examination and treatment as soon as possible. So, what is the normal number of fetal movements? It is generally believed that it should be more than 4 to 5 times per hour, 30 to 40 times every 12 hours, and should not be less than 15 times. Normal fetal movements at 24 weeks of gestation are 86 times per 12 hours; at 32 weeks of gestation, they are 132 times per 12 hours; and at 40 weeks of gestation, they are 107 times per 12 hours. That is 7, 11 and 9 times per hour respectively. Fetal movements are most frequent at night, 13 times per hour, and the same in the morning and afternoon, 7 times per hour. If the fetal movement is less than 3 times per hour or less than 20 times for 12 consecutive hours, it means that the fetus is lacking oxygen in the uterus or there are other reasons.

Through the popularization of the above knowledge, we can know that the baby's fetal movement is closely related to the baby's physical condition. Pregnant women and their family members must pay close attention to changes in the pregnant woman's belly to ensure the baby's safety and health. Normally, pregnant women should also have regular check-ups to ensure a smooth delivery.