If you're pregnant and waiting to feel that first kick — you're not alone.
It’s one of the most magical (and sometimes confusing) milestones of pregnancy. You’ve heard people describe it as “bubbles,” “butterflies,” even “popcorn.” But you’re sitting there wondering, “Was that gas… or my baby?”

Let’s walk through what fetal movements feel like, when they start, and when to pay attention — without the jargon.

When Do You Feel the First Movements?

Most moms feel the first flutters between 18 to 24 weeks.
If it’s your first pregnancy, it might happen closer to 20–22 weeks.
If it’s not your first, you might feel it earlier because you already know what to look for.

Early movements feel like:

• Light tapping
• Gentle fluttering
• A small “bubble” popping sensation inside your belly

It’s subtle at first. But once you recognize it — you’ll never forget the feeling.

How Movements Change Over Time

• 24–28 weeks: The kicks become stronger. You’ll feel jabs, rolls, and stretches.
• 28–36 weeks: You’ll notice patterns — active times and sleepy times.
• After 36 weeks: Movements may feel slower (baby has less space), but they should still be regular.

At Maternite Hospital, our doctors help you track your baby’s pattern — because no two babies kick the same way. That’s one reason we’re called the best hospital for pregnancy by so many moms across Jaipur.

When to Be Concerned

If you notice:

• Fewer than 10 movements in 2 hours
• A sudden drop in baby’s activity
• No movements by 24 weeks

Don’t wait. Talk to your doctor immediately.

Sometimes babies sleep longer. Sometimes they’re just facing the other way. But sometimes it’s your body’s way of flagging something. Always better to check.

Our top gynaecologist doctor in Jaipur often says: “If your gut says something feels off — trust it. That instinct is a mother’s superpower.”

How to Encourage Baby’s Movement

• Drink something cold
• Lie on your left side
• Play soft music
• Gently press or talk to your belly
• Eat something light — sometimes they move more after meals

And when it happens? Smile. Laugh. Record it. These are the moments you’ll remember forever.

Final Thought

Those kicks, turns, hiccups — they’re your baby’s way of saying,
“I’m here. I’m growing. And I already know you.”

At Maternite, we help you understand not just the science of pregnancy — but the emotion of it too. That’s why moms choose us as the best lady gynaecologist in Jaipur, where care is medical and maternal.