Uterine contractions are a common occurrence that occurs during the recovery process of pregnant women. Fetal movement is a fetal activity that pregnant mothers will feel after the baby reaches a certain stage of development. Many times, pregnant mothers cannot distinguish whether the activity in their belly is uterine contractions or fetal movements. This article will introduce the difference between uterine contractions and fetal movements.
The feeling and symptoms of uterine contractions are to some extent similar to fetal movements, which makes it difficult for many mothers to distinguish between the two, and even when abnormal conditions occur, they cannot detect them, leading to adverse consequences. Expectant mothers should pay special attention to distinguishing between fetal movement and uterine contractions.
1. The range of bloating varies
Fetal movement is the sensation felt by the mother as the fetus moves and collides with the uterine wall within the amniotic fluid in the uterus. At this time, there may be swelling or tightness in the abdominal area, but only locally. If there is bloating throughout the entire abdomen, and it is intermittent, it may be uterine contractions.
2. The frequency of occurrence varies
Fetal movements may occur suddenly, and expectant mothers generally do not feel uncomfortable. Uterine contractions are a slow process, and the uterus gradually becomes hard, accompanied by bloating or abdominal pain.
3. Different locations of occurrence
Fetal movement is intermittent, and the location where fetal movement is felt is consistent with the location where the fetus is moving in the uterus, often changing. Therefore, the sensation caused by fetal movement can be felt in any part of the uterus at different times. If the entire uterus becomes hard and expectant mothers feel bloated, sagging, and sometimes even have the urge to urinate or defecate, then it is uterine contractions.
4. Different methods to alleviate discomfort
When the fetal movement is severe, if the expectant mother finds a comfortable and quiet place to sit down, play some light music, hum some tunes, or talk to the fetus, read a book, or gently stroke the abdomen, this will help the fetus relax and relieve the discomfort of fetal movement.
If it is a uterine contractions that occur during actual childbirth, no matter what contractions are done, they will not stop and will gradually strengthen.
This article provides a detailed explanation of the specific differences between uterine contractions and fetal movements. If you are a pregnant mother and cannot distinguish between contractions and fetal movements, it is best to carefully refer to the content of this article. This will help you distinguish between contractions and fetal movements and gain a clearer understanding of your baby.
