Week 24 scan limited baby movement

[SConnor]

Hi all,

I had a private scan today at 24 weeks just to check growth and that it is all fine. The baby was not moving much, just a leg kick and we could see it moving it’s lips. I’ve tried a few bounces and moves but it hasn’t worked. Heart bit and growth was all fine. Is it normal and possible that the baby was just sleeping?

I usually don’t feel it moving very often which could be because the placenta is anterior....

Thanks!!

[destiny121]

Hey hun.. it’s very normal that baby was sleeping. Have you tried drinking an ice cold drink and lying on your left side! Give that a go and should wake baby. I was in the hospital checking blood pressure etc and the baby monitor strapped to me and there were a couple of ladies whose babies were sleeping. I had to drink water and go for a walk to get him moving and all was fine. I had to lie in hospital bed for an hour with straps tied to me to monitor his movement for a good hour so I don’t think a scan can measure movements properly. But yes... babies sleep a lot xxx

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I read somewhere recently that the sharp sound of clapping above your bump is one of the most effective ways to get baby to move. Worth a shot I guess