Fetal Kick Counts

Because fetal activity is a good indicator of fetal well-being, we advise you to begin monitoring your baby's movements at approximately the 28th week of your pregnancy.

You should feel at least 4 individual kicks or movements in a one-hour period during the day. This count should be done once daily, but in the event that less than 4 kicks are noted, repeat the count after eating while lying down on your left side.

If your total number of kicks after the second count remains less than four, please call our office at (919) 781-9555.