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asked Sep 21, 2020 in Pregnancy Period General by Simi
I am currently 16 weeks pregnant and wondering when I will start feeling my baby's kicks. Is it normal not to feel them yet? What can I expect in the coming weeks?
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Feeling your baby's kicks is an exciting milestone during pregnancy. While every woman's experience is different, most women start feeling their baby's movements between 18 and 25 weeks of pregnancy. At 16 weeks, it is still early for some women to feel distinct kicks, especially if it is their first pregnancy. The sensation may initially feel like flutters or gas bubbles before becoming more pronounced as the baby grows. However, if you haven't felt any movement by 25 weeks, it is advisable to consult your healthcare provider. They can perform an ultrasound or listen for the baby's heartbeat to ensure everything is progressing normally. As your pregnancy progresses, you can expect the kicks to become stronger and more frequent. By around 28 weeks, you may even notice patterns in your baby's activity levels throughout the day. Remember that every pregnancy is unique, so try not to compare yourself with others or worry if you don't feel consistent movement at this stage. If you have any concerns about your baby's movements or overall well-being, always reach out to your healthcare provider for guidance and reassurance.

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answered Sep 21, 2020 by anonymous
With my first pregnancy I was 23 weeks pregnant when I flet my baby kick for the first time but at  5 and a half months I was having a scan and we could see the baby touch her knees off her chest and then kick and stretch her hole body but I couldn't feel anything every pregnancy is different so don't stress about it 
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answered Sep 26, 2020 by Niki D
I am 20 weeks and I can absolutely feel him... I started feeling him at about 17 weeks but if it's your first it will be hard to know for sure...
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answered Aug 29, 2021 by (8 points)
I felt my son move for the first time at about 17 weeks and rarely again until about 20 weeks. Then it became very frequently. Currently 22 weeks.
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answered Sep 2, 2021 by Shama
It was 26th week when i felt baby kicks

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