Do movements *decrease* towards the end?

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Some people have told me they do, some are adamant they should feel more intense because of lack of space. I'm 35 weeks and obviously I'll go to DAU if I get any concerns about movements, but just interested to be prepared for the next few weeks. Thanks

My dd's movements got more restricted but stronger, if you see what I mean. Rather than a solid kick where she'd had a bit of a run-up, it would be more like a stretch-out of a leg, pushing on my tummy rather than thumping it. As long as you get roughly ten movements per hour - count every wriggle - then everything's fine. If dc is asleep you can also wake him/her up for a wriggle if you're worried - my dd used to wake up without fail if I tried to sleep on my right side, and create a storm of protest - elbows, knees, the lot.

less room to move but lots of very strong kicks - i have an anterior placenta so i only feel kicks at the sides though.