Fetal movement begins after a certain period of pregnancy, usually occurring around 15-20 weeks of gestation. At this point, the fetus will move to the left, to the right, and sometimes reach out and kick its legs. Fetal movement is a normal reaction during pregnancy. If there is any abnormality in fetal movement, it is necessary to go to the hospital for examination immediately. So why does the fetus always move on the left side?
It is normal for the fetus to always move on the left side because at this stage, the fetus is still relatively small and has a larger intrauterine space for movement, so the fetus can move freely. Fetal movement occurring in the upper left abdomen, upper right abdomen, and upper abdomen is normal, indicating that the position of the fetus is different. Fetal movement always appears on the left side, indicating that the fetus is on the left side, or it may be because the fetus prefers this position, so the movement time is relatively long.
The location of fetal movement is not important, but the frequency of fetal movement should be taken seriously. Especially in the late stages of pregnancy, it is necessary to record the number of fetal movements at a fixed point every day and observe whether there are any abnormalities in fetal movements. If fetal movement is too frequent or reduced, it is necessary to go to the hospital for examination in a timely manner, which may be caused by intrauterine hypoxia due to fetal movement.
Women can generally feel fetal movement during mid pregnancy, especially after 24 weeks of gestation. At this stage, the fetus is more active, and pregnant women will clearly feel that the force of fetal movement is stronger than before. In addition to observing fetal movements at the hospital during each prenatal check-up, one can also use a stethoscope to monitor at home.
