- Uncertain Gestational Age (how far along you are in your pregnancy). Some women assume they know how far along they are based on their last menstrual period. So, they mistake gas for movement and vice versa.
- First pregnancy. If this is your first pregnancy, you may not feel movement until after 20 weeks or so.
- Multiple pregnancies. If this is your second or third pregnancy, you may feel movement a little bit sooner because your uterus is more sensitive and you already know what it feels like.
- An anterior placenta. Which means that your placenta is located towards the front of your belly, instead of towards your back. This is not something to be concerned about. It simply means it’s sometimes harder to feel movement.
When Do You First Feel Movement in Pregnancy?
Pregnancy can cause a lot of new sensations in your body. Whether it’s nausea or breast tenderness, symptoms may feel uncomfortable as you try to figure out what’s happening. Then, deciphering between gas, muscle cramps, and movement inside of your belly can be confusing!
Here’s what you need to know about when you should feel movement in pregnancy.
What is quickening in pregnancy?
Quickening refers to the feeling women have in their belly as their fetus moves around in their womb.
When do you start feeling movement in pregnancy?
Most women begin feeling movement around 16- 20 weeks of pregnancy. A variety of factors can affect when you feel movement such as: