Fetal movement refers to the physical activities of the fetus in the female uterus, including kicking and reaching out, which can cause impact on the uterine wall. By the time a woman is five months pregnant, she can already feel the traces of fetal movement. At this time, women need to learn to count fetal movement and monitor their own fetal movement in order to understand whether fetal development is normal. So, how much fetal movement is considered normal at five months?
It is normal for fetal movements to be greater than 3-5 times per hour at the age of five months. Within 12 hours, women can feel fetal movements up to 30 or 40 times or more. When women are in a quiet state, they are more likely to feel fetal activity. As long as the fetal movement pattern is normal and the rhythm is obvious, it means that the placental function is good, oxygen supply is sufficient, and women can rest assured.
Due to the significant individual differences among fetuses, the frequency of fetal movements also varies, with some fetuses even achieving up to 100 movements within 12 hours. If women feel abnormal fetal movement, they should take it seriously in a timely manner and go to the hospital for examination to avoid significant adverse effects.
It is best for women to observe fetal movement in the morning, noon, and evening stages each day. When measuring fetal movement, they can choose the left position and focus their attention to calmly experience the number of fetal movements.
