I had the same around that time... I'd feel movements for a few days in a row, and then nothing for a few days... now a few weeks on, bub has grown a lot and I'm getting lots of regular movement all throughout the day, everyday.
I'm sure it's cos bubba is still small, but like has been suggested, maybe have half a can of coke and lie down for a bit and see. If you are still worried, I'd definitely chat to your health carer just for peace of mind - or pop into the local hospital as I'm sure they could have a quick listen of bub's heart (or ultrasound if needed).
I remember getting warned that its common to feel no movement suddenly around the five month mark. I do t remember whether I experienced it, but I certainly remember getting warned ahead of time.
it's not uncommon at this gestation to not feel things - for a couple of days - bub is still very small and can move very easily (and start kicking placenta etc which you're not going to feel) - even at 24 weeks, when in the midst of very stressful situation (fire approaching our house and not knowing if it would survive) i was told it wasn't unusual for babe to go quiet, and it only becomes something where they really like you to feel consistent movements at around 28 weeks (from memory)
i know how stressful it is, but try not to let it worry you too much - some people are only feeling early flutters at your gestation due to the position and size of their bub
I had a few occasions like that and it scared the begeezers out of me. There's still so much room in there for bub to hide, and depending on his/her position to the placenta there's a whole lot of padding.
Thank you everyone for your reassurance. I did try the cold drink, but still didn't feel anything. I will just try not to stress until next week. I ate a sandwich last night and I thought it moved afterwards, but I can't be certain if it was belly or baby lol.
I always find if I lie on my tummy I get a few little pokes, also when I press down on my belly with mine or hubby's hand. Probably annoying the heck out of our poor baby but it usually gives us a reassuring little wiggle
Im another who had it at a similar gestation. A few days no movement and I freaked too. Try and relax, bub is still so little and what you are feeling is nothing on what he/ she is doing in there. It is scary though.
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