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worried something is wrong (short intro and loss mentioned ) UPDATE below

shellshawnshellshawn member
edited February 2015 in 2nd Trimester
Good morning! It's been a while since I have been over here so I will do a short intro.. I am currently 17 weeks with my 2nd child, I do have a DS who is 7. I have also had a previous loss (before my DS)

So here is my question, I have felt some movement not constant but definitely there. I ended up getting buried in the snow (Saturday ) had to shovel a bit to get out and ever since I don't think I have felt as much movement as I have in the past weeks. Last night I had mild cramping and almost like a mild stabbing in my belly (not really painful just there). Now most of that is all gone but I still don't feel as much movement as I have. I hate to call the dr and seem like I am "overreacting".... I don't know what to do..what would you do?

I am sorry if this is a silly question but I just need some advice.. Thanks!
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Re: worried something is wrong (short intro and loss mentioned ) UPDATE below

  • MamaBishMamaBish member
    They say at 17 weeks the movement pattern isn't really a pattern yet and it can calm down here and there. Maybe try eating something sugary and then sitting still for a while to see if it perks LO up? 
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  • bbiutmcphbbiutmcph member
    Consistent moving and kick counts start more like 28 weeks. At 17 weeks movement is still something most people don't feel and if they do it's very inconstant.


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  • shellshawnshellshawn member
    Thanks... I just don't want to call the DR and be "that girl" lol
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  • Brooker25Brooker25 member
    Hi there.
    At 17 weeks the movements are not always consistent/felt. When I was 17 weeks I only felt flutters here and there. It was so I frequent I thought it could be gas lol
    Now at almost 22 weeks I feel him a lot more and stronger than 5 weeks ago. He still doesn't have a consistent pattern , but it's wayyyy more than before.
    I wouldn't worry too much. But with your loss, id be anxious too. If it makes you feel better, your doctor might be able to have to pop in and hear the HB on the doppler.
    Don't worry about feeling like they might assume you are over reacting. This is your baby , and it's a long and anxious ride at times.

    I bet the baby is doing just fine though.

    I don't shovel anymore. I just try to get help from friends and if I cant, I'll hire someone if I have to.
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  • shellshawnshellshawn member
    Thanks @Brooker25‌
    I don't usually shovel while pregnant but seeing as we are being buried alive under snow where I live... LOL, I got stuck and my DH wasn't with me
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  • PrimRoseMamaPrimRoseMama member
    In my experience movement is not expected to be consistent until after 28 weeks. That said, if you truly feel like something is not right, contact your provider & explain.

    I'm sorry for your previous loss & hope this feeling is nothing.


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  • AmstreagleAmstreagle member
    PrimRoseMama said:

    In my experience movement is not expected to be consistent until after 28 weeks. That said, if you truly feel like something is not right, contact your provider & explain.

    I'm sorry for your previous loss & hope this feeling is nothing.

    All of this.
    I really stress contacting your provider if you feel something isn't right. If anything the peace of mind is worth it.
    Hope all is well with you and baby!
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  • shellshawnshellshawn member
    So thank you for all your advice, I did call my Dr and they had me come in for a sonogram and all is well, however I was told to rest today..phew! THANKS!
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