Decreased Fetal Movement @ 38 weeks

[KellyA74]

My little guy has been crazy active for months now....even yesterday.  Today he's barely moved and I can't recall having felt much of anything since around noon today.  I'm a worry wort.....after a M/C last year and having made it so far this time.......Other than calling the Dr., does anyone have any ideas as to how I can get him to wiggle a little (other than drinking OJ b/c it'll make me sick).

[motherofan18month]

i had this same problem at 37 weeks......he had only moved like 4-5 times that day.....i went in to see my ob the day before my 37th week and he said there was no room in there for him to move......i gave birth exactly 1 week later!!! maybe you are getting close...hope so! best of luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[KellyA74]

He's been moving like crazy now....so I think that all is well!  Just in time for bed!  LOL  The little bugger.....And now I have shooting pains down below.....so maybe he's just getting ready????  I can only hope!  Thanks again all!

[JoyRenee]

Did he have 10 or more? I want to stress that must have more than 10 in an hour. If he didn't then call your doctor. They stay on-call and expect worried mommas to call in with questions all the time!

[Lula0609]

Because you're a good mother!  Hang on...it only gets better!

[KellyA74]

Thanks ladies.....I drank a bunch of cold water like Joy mentioned and got a few little wiggles.....so I feel better now...Not sure why I'm so paranoid this far along!  

[anxi]

Eat something sweet.  This always worked for me but please do not worry about calling your doctor and bothering them.  You are 38 weeks so I would go to the hospital to make sure everything is ok.  Lula0609 is right you can never be too careful..
Kisses from me

[Lula0609]

I think that your babe is just getting bigger and not able to swim around and kick so much!  Don't fret, but do listen to what your body and mind tell you!  Never to careful!  Much love!

[KellyA74]

Thanks...I'll try it and keep my fingers crossed.....

[JoyRenee]

Drink ice water and lay down (laying down helps feeling movements better). Count ANY movement (rolls, kicks, etc.). He should have 10 or more within an hour. If not, call your doctor.