Babies don't slow down at the end of pregnancy: never ignore reduced movements

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Despite what you may have heard from a friend, relative or even a health professional (as I've been told in some circumstances), an unborn baby does not 'slow down' towards the end of pregnancy. . Never ignore reduced baby movements. Never feel that you are 'bothering' your care provider. Always trust your instincts. By around 26-28 weeks your baby may develop a regular pattern of movements. If at any stage you feel that baby either hasn't moved for some time or is moving but a lot less that normal, call your care provider straight away for advice. Babies will have periods of sleep and being awake when they are active. This will continue right up until they are born. . If you are genuinely concerned about lack of OR reduced movements, don't sleep on it and see if baby 'wakes up a bit' in the morning. . Even if you have previously been checked over but you still feel that baby isn't moving as normal, still seek advice. Remember, babies DO NOT move less at the end of pregnancy. Their movements may CHANGE from sharp kicks to sliding and rolling movements which may not feel as intense so it can be easy to assume they are not moving as much. You may also feel the baby's head twist and turn in your pelvis. This is still activity and the frequency of these movements should still remain the same. An unborn baby does not suddenly decide not to move their limbs or head as much at the end of pregnancy. . I'm always pretty frank when talking about baby movements because it's so important to seek advice if you have noticed a change. The majority of babies will be absolutely fine when getting checked over but occasionally reduced movement is a sign that baby is in distress and needs to be born. . . . . . . . . #pregnant #pregnancy #baby #love #newborn #babygirl #babyboy #maternity #babybump #babyshower #momtobe #mom #family #schwanger #momlife #bebe #motherhood #pregnantbelly #weekspregnant #photography #mama #birth #kids #mumtobe #mum #embarazo #grossesse #mother #weeks #bhfyp