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I'm 20 weeks and my baby get the hiccups alot. Is it normal at 20 weeks?
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I'm 21w and dint feel anYthing is that ok?
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My doctor says that means the diaphragm and the nerves that control it are developing. That's good. Hiccups are signs that they are going to be capable of breathing soon.
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Hiccups haopen bc they practice breathing so much. Its ok to get them frequently. My girl has them more times than not
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