is it possible to feel the baby kicking at 17 weeks ?

Question

some people say yes and others say no wot is the real answer? i thought i felt something but then i thought it was my imagination but it was going on 4 abt half an hour so could it be it kicking?

Answer 1

Yes, at 17 weeks you should be able to feel the odd flutter and the occasional thump (when baby extends his leg fully and it collides with your womb!).

Answer 2

I think yes. When I was pregnant, early on I kept having these small feelings in my belly. They were like a little jellybean was rumbling inside. I thought it was just my stomach making noises but as the pregnancy progressed, they kept getting more intense. Then, my doctor told me that it was "quickening", or the baby movements. I was kinda bummed that I didn't record when I first felt it... but it was so cute that I felt his movements so early ona anyway... but pretty soon they got so bothersome cause they would hurt and I could see the outline of his foot on my belly. My husband would tickle the outline and the foot would hide then push back a few times. So, we got to play woth him even in utero. By the end of the pregnancy, I could litteraly see my stomach jump ridiculously... especially at doctor visits... he wouldn't let the doctor find the heart beat cause he would kick the monitor thingie. Also, he would kick my husbad while we cuddled in bed... Ahhh, memories!!! Even if it's not your baby's actual movements, enjoy every thing about your experiences!!! They make for great memories once you have your baby...

Answer 3

When should I start to feel my baby move?
You probably won't feel your baby kick until sometime between 16 and 22 weeks, even though he started moving at 7 or 8 weeks and you may have already witnessed his acrobatics if you've had an ultrasound. Veteran moms tend to notice those first subtle kicks — also known as "quickening" — earlier than first-time moms. (A woman who's been pregnant before can more easily distinguish her baby's kick from other belly rumblings, such as gas.) Your build may also have something to do with when you'll be able to tell a left jab from a hunger pang; thinner women tend to feel movement earlier and more often than women who carry more weight.

What does it feel like?
Women have described the sensation as being like popcorn popping, a goldfish swimming around, or butterflies fluttering. You'll probably chalk up those first gentle taps or swishes in your belly to gas or hunger pains, but once you start feeling them more regularly, you'll recognize the difference. You're more likely to feel these early movements when you're sitting or lying quietly.

How often should I feel movements?
At first the kicks you notice will be few and far between. In fact, you may feel several movements one day and then none the next. Although your baby is moving and kicking regularly, many of his jerks and jolts aren't yet strong enough for you to feel. But later in the second trimester, those reassuring kicks will become stronger and more regular. If you're tempted to compare "kicking" notes with other pregnant women, don't worry if your experience differs from your friends'. Every baby has his own pattern of activity, and there's no correct one. As long as your baby's usual activity level doesn't change too much, chances are he's doing just fine.

Do I need to keep track of the kicking?
Once you're feeling kicks regularly, pay attention to them and let your practitioner know right away if you ever notice a decrease in your baby's movement. Less movement may signal a problem, and you'll need a non-stress test or biophysical profile to check on your baby's condition. Once you're in your third trimester, some practitioners will recommend that you spend some time each day counting your baby's kicks. There are lots of different ways to do these "kick counts," so ask for specific instructions.

Here's one common approach: Choose a time of day when your baby tends to be active. (Ideally, you'll want to do the counts at roughly the same time each day.) Sit quietly or lie on your side so you won't get distracted. Time how long it takes for you to feel ten distinct movements — kicks, twitches, and whole body movements all count. If you don't feel ten movements in two hours, stop counting and call your midwife or doctor.

Answer 4

ABSOLUTELY. I have two daughters- I felt my older "kick" at about 16 weeks. It felt like little bubbles expanding and popping in my uterus at first and I kept thinking it was gas bubbles until I realized I didn't have gas. lol
My second daughter I didn't feel until 20 weeks and it took 3 doctors to finally convince me she was ok. Some babies are more active in utero than others. Nobody knows better than mama when she can or can't feel something. Don't let anyone tell you you're crazy for thinking you feel the baby because you're probably right.
Good luck with your pregnancy and enjoy your little one!

Answer 5

First, can I say Congratulations.

The baby can generally be felt between 16 - 18 weeks, so yes you can.

You may have noticed what they call "fluttering" before then. It does actually feel like butterflies in your stomach.

Good luck for the future :-)

Answer 6

it all depends on whether its your first baby or not first time mums dont normally feel the baby that early but subsequent pregnancies the baby is felt alot earlier this is called 'quickening' and its true as i have 4 children and pregnant with number 5 so i can vouch for this.

Answer 7

Yes i think it could be very possible.. I am 15 wks and i can feel mine moving around at times

Answer 8

It's very possible. Also, depending on your size you may be able to feel the baby more easily than someone that is larger than you.

Answer 9

yes definatly,i fellt my baby kicking at 15 wks wich is very early but my partner felt her kicking at 16 weeks,by 18 wks you could clearly see her.....very active baby,good luck!

Answer 10

Yes it is possible, especially with second or susequent pregnancies, I felt my first at about 16 weeks. The fun really starts now!!