You will usually start to feel your baby move between 16 and 24 weeks of pregnancy. If this is your first pregnancy, you might not feel the movements until closer to 20 to 24 weeks. Women who have been pregnant before may feel movements earlier, sometimes as early as 13 to 16 weeks. The first movements may feel like gentle flutters, butterflies, or bubbles. As the pregnancy progresses, these movements become more distinct and stronger, turning into kicks and rolls. If you have not felt your baby move by 24 weeks, it is recommended to contact your healthcare provider to check on your baby's health. In summary:
- First baby movement felt usually between 16-24 weeks
- First-time moms may feel later, around 20-24 weeks
- Mothers with previous pregnancies may feel as early as 13-16 weeks
- Movements start as flutters and grow stronger over time
- Contact your midwife or doctor if no movement is felt by 24 weeks or if you notice a significant change in normal movement patterns.
