Baby's movements have changed

[babydays123]

Hello

So. I've noticed over the last couple of days that baby's movements have changed.

Still very active but rather than kicks there's more pressure and roll sensations.

Still more than 10 an hour and seems to be active in the same time pattern.

I'm 38 weeks now, is this normal and due to less space being available or do you think I should go get checked out?

Any change go get checked out. It most likely is fine but only the midwife can to you that

The idea of 10 an hour is completely out dated, who has told you to count 10 an hour??
Any change in movements please ring triage

Yes anything that seems different to you get it checked

The sensation of the movement does change as the baby gets squashed so can’t kick anymore it will just stretch and squirm. 10 movements an hour isn’t a thing anymore it’s what is normal for your baby. If baby is moving less or more it needs checked as both can mean baby is in distress.

I would call your midwife

Have baby checked OP.

I'd call. Because it isn't worth taking any chance when it comes to something as important as your baby's health and safety.

Always call. They will never be annoyed at you for checking your baby is safe.

I rang about the exact same thing late on in my pregnancy, baby’s movements felt gentler and more like rolls than forceful kicks. The midwife was quite rude actually and said they aren’t interested in how the movements feel as this can change later in pregnancy, just in the frequency of them. The frequency shouldn’t be less. That being said, I wouldn’t hesitate to phone them just to be sure.

Definitely call, I called so many times and never regretted it (baby was fine)

Thanks everyone.
I called as suggested and have just got back from triage where they monitored.

All is well and I've got peace of mind ♥️

Great news

Glad to hear all is well

Call your midwife

Sorry didn't see your update. Really glad alls well OP.

@ronjobbins

Great news

Great news. Good luck with the birth.

Well done for going - I know it can be hard to convince yourself that you're not just being silly. V glad you're okay - I'm also 38 weeks, roll on baby time!