Movements lessening?

[Serenitylee]

I was also worrying about this a couple of weeks ago. My bubs movements have decreased to what they used to be but I still get little movements, just not lots and lots like I used to. If anything the movements are bigger and harder, but there just is not a lot of them. I was told that bub is getting cramped so they do lessen so I try not to worry to much, even though it is hard no to!

[Deljar]

Thanks ladies. I've just spoken to the midwife who advised me that yes, at this point, life is a little cramped for the baby, but that providing I got some discernable movement every day, all was well. If I felt there was no movement, I should eat something sweet and see if the little one reacted, which is precisely what I've found happens. If I have a piece of licorice, for example, off go those limbs, I suspect just to let me know she's enjoying the sugar rush So I'll endeavour to relax now and enjoy the occasional boots when they come. Thanks again for your replies ladies.

[Inertia]

Yep - the same here. Usually you can provoke a movement if you are that worried. Sounds nasty, I know, but sometimes getting bub to push your hand off your stomach makes you feel better.

[Evie76]

Yes. Or getting the father to yell at the belly - "Helloooo....... this is your father speaking!!"

That always seems to get our baby going. They just like their daddy's voices.

[nellsbells]

i've been told you should feel at least 10 movements within a 12hour period, and like others have said, to drink a cool sugary drink and sit down for a while to relax. hope that helps!!

[Mrs BB]

i know how you feel. I get movement still, but more rolling movements - not kicking etc
I provoke the odd movement if I am worried! Then bub gets me back the next day by moving non stop! haha

[Deljar]

Thanks again ladies.

Mrs BB - They do payback don't they?!* Much more active yesterday afternoon and last night, and even this morning. That could be due to the jelly babies & licorice though But I'd rather the payback than no movement.

Evie76 - Our little one hides when she feels dad's hand on my belly! But must try the voice thing.

We've another long road trip up to Perth and back tomorrow, so that should slow her down again unfortunately. But at least I know what to expect now.