Non-stop fetal movement for hours... 36 weeks

[Ashley25]

I am 36 weeks and 4 days, starting last night I have had non stop fetal movement since 8pm (which makes it about 14 hours)... the movements haven't been rapid or frantic but still have not stopped. She has been rolling a lot and kicking a lot. Also, she has had the hiccups a few times and I also had a few BH contractions. I called the doctor at 2am and he said if I was very nervous to go to the emergency room but I chose to wait it out. I have a previously scheduled ultrasound today in a few hours (thank god) and am trying to hold out until I go, so I wanted to see what you guys thought before. Thanks!

 

[BabyJayne]

I've had days like this - and then days when I don't feel baby quite so much. Mine has just had a quietish couple of days but today has basically been party time in my womb! I'm sure it's all fine, better to feel them than not - but good that you have a scan in a few hours to check. Let us know how you get on!

 

[bundle4me]

My little lady has been the same, moved like crazy for so long last night but finally slept then has moved pretty much non stop today too.

 

[bathbabe]

Ladies please get checked over. Any change in routine, reduced movements OR more movement can be a sign of distress. Xx

 

[Ashley25]

thank you! now I am afraid of distress.... hope all is well

 

[SweetPea3200]

Let us know how the scan goes! I bet everything is just great

 

[Ahughes]

I've noticed an increase in movement throughout the day with my LO. I just had an ultrasound done yesterday to check baby's growth and weight and the doctor said he is doing wonderfully! I wouldn't worry too much until you've seen your doctor. Hope it all went well!

 

[spicyorange]

Increased movements are less of a concern that reduced movements but they can still be a sign of problems so any significant change should be checked out same day to be on the safe side.

 

[Ashley25]

Thankfully everything was ok and she has gone back to her normal movements... maybe it was just a super active day and night!!! Thanks everyone for your help!