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    Count the Kicks

    Meet Danny

    A Count the Kicks Success Story

    “I was 37 weeks pregnant and contacted my doctor one evening because of reduced activity confirmed with a kick count.”

    Danny’s Story

    Empowered Mom

    Diverts Tragedy by Counting the Kicks

    “A kick count confirmed my baby was moving far less than usual. I contacted my doctor and was told to head to the hospital.”

    Baby Abigail’s Story

    Dads Count Too

    Count the Kicks Helps Dad & Baby Bond

    "Because of your brochure, we took the time each night to get to know our unborn baby and his kicks. It TRULY saved Ryan's life."

    Ryan’s Story

    Baby’s Change in Movements

    Gives Mom the Warning to Get Help

    "Doing my kick counts, I knew something was wrong. The strip confirmed my baby girl's heart beat was very low and staying low."

    Madelyn’s Story

    Babies Don’t Quit Moving

    Ending a Pregnancy Myth

    “People tried to reassure me less movement at the end of pregnancy is normal. This isn't true! Kick counting saved my son.”

    Preston’s Story

    Our Mission

    Count the Kicks is a public health campaign that teaches expectant parents to track fetal movements during the third trimester. A study published in the BioMed Central journal Pregnancy and Childbirth indicates an overall decrease in stillbirth rate by one-third when all patients were educated on monitoring fetal movements. Count the Kicks goal is to achieve the same success in the U.S., saving close to 8,500 babies each year. Count the Kicks is a project of Healthy Birth Day, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention of stillbirth and infant death through education, advocacy and support..

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      Last Updated: February 13th, 2012

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      • Count the Kicks
        Count the Kicks has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

        How should I count my baby's kicks during pregnancy?

        Here's how to count your baby's kicks during pregnancy: Count the time it takes for your baby to make 10 movements. A movement includes kicks, rolls, jabs, twists, turns and switches. Hi...

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      • Count the Kicks
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        On Jun 03, 2019

        How often should I feel my baby move during pregnancy?

        Most healthy babies should take less than two hours for 10 kicks. Every baby is different. Keeping track of your daily kick counting sessions will help you know what is "normal" for your ...

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      • Count the Kicks
        Count the Kicks has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

        What should I do if I can't feel my baby move during the third trimester?

        If you cannot feel the baby move during kick counts in the third trimester, drink a glass of juice or cold water or walk around for a few minutes, then start counting again. If you still do not fee...

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      • Count the Kicks
        Count the Kicks has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

        At what point in my pregnancy do I start counting my baby's kicks?

        Typically you start monitoring fetal movements during the third trimester of your pregnancy, or at 28 weeks. Your doctor may recommend that you begin at 24 to 26 weeks if you have a high-risk pregn...

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      • Count the Kicks
        Count the Kicks has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

        What does fetal movement or a kick count indicate?

        Even if you can hear your baby's heartbeat with a Doppler device, fetal movement or kick counts are still important. A change in the baby’s heartbeat is one of the last things that occurs...

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      • Count the Kicks
        Count the Kicks has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

        How do I use a kick count chart during pregnancy?

        To use a kick count chart during pregnancy, simply check the box that corresponds with the number of minutes it took to feel 10 movements. After a few weeks you will probably see a pattern in the r...

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      • Count the Kicks
        Count the Kicks has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

        Do babies kick less near the end of pregnancy?

        Babies do not kick less near the end of pregnancy. Toward the end of pregnancy the baby may move differently. It may feel more like rolling than kicking. However, if you are monitoring the baby&rsq...

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      • Count the Kicks
        Count the Kicks has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

        Why should I count my baby's kicks during pregnancy?

        There are various benefits to counting your baby's kicks during pregnancy. Significant changes in your baby’s movement pattern may help identify potential problems before the baby's h...

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      • Count the Kicks
        Count the Kicks has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

        When should I contact my healthcare provider if counting my baby's kicks?

        If you are counting your baby's kicks, do the following: Call your provider if your baby has less than 10 movements in two hours. Call your provider if your baby has a significant or sudden...

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