Fetal Movement Kick Counter – Daily 10‑Move Tracker

Fetal kick counting is a simple method to monitor your baby's well‑being by tracking movements. A healthy baby typically moves consistently; a noticeable decrease may signal the need for medical evaluation. It's a non‑invasive way to check on your baby between prenatal visits, especially during the third trimester.

Most healthcare providers recommend starting around 28 weeks of pregnancy (the beginning of the third trimester). If you have a high‑risk pregnancy, your doctor may suggest starting earlier — follow your provider's guidance.

The standard "count‑to‑10" method recommends tracking how long it takes to feel 10 distinct movements (kicks, rolls, flutters, or jabs). Most babies complete 10 movements within 30 minutes to 2 hours. Doing this once daily at the same time helps establish your baby's normal pattern.

Every baby has their own pattern, but generally:
• Under 15 minutes — very active baby
• 15–45 minutes — typical range
• 45 minutes to 2 hours — still within normal limits
• Over 2 hours — contact your healthcare provider for guidance. Trust your instincts; if something feels off, don't hesitate to reach out.

Contact your healthcare provider if:
• It takes more than 2 hours to reach 10 movements
• You notice a significant decrease from your baby's usual pattern
• You feel no movement after trying for several hours
• Anything just feels "off" — maternal intuition is powerful and worth acting on. Always err on the side of caution.

Many babies are most active in the evening (between 9 PM and 1 AM) due to maternal blood sugar fluctuations. However, pick a consistent time when your baby tends to be active. Lying on your left side, having a light snack, or drinking something cold can help stimulate movement before starting.

Count any distinct movement: kicks, rolls, jabs, flutters, or swishes. Hiccups (rhythmic, repetitive twitches) are generally not counted as movements for kick‑count purposes. Focus on discrete, voluntary‑feeling movements that you can clearly distinguish from one another.

Absolutely — though once daily is standard, you can reset and start a new session anytime. The history table stores all completed sessions with timestamps, so you can track patterns over weeks or share data with your midwife or obstetrician at appointments.

Yes — all data is stored locally in your browser using localStorage. Completed sessions and any in‑progress session are preserved even after closing the tab. No data is ever sent to a server. Clearing your browser's site data will erase stored records, so consider noting important sessions elsewhere if needed.

Yes. As your due date approaches, movements may feel different — less sharp kicking and more rolling or stretching, because the baby has less room. The frequency should not drop significantly. You should still feel regular activity; a marked reduction always warrants a call to your provider.