You can typically start to feel your baby move, known as "quickening," between 16 and 25 weeks of pregnancy. If this is your first pregnancy, you may feel the movements closer to 20-25 weeks, while with subsequent pregnancies, some women may feel movements as early as 13-16 weeks. The sensation is often described as fluttering, butterflies, or gentle twitches. As pregnancy progresses, by the second and third trimesters, movements become more distinct, including kicks and jabs. You are more likely to notice these movements when you are resting or lying quietly.
