How do I get my very active baby to stop kicking me so much?

Question

I'm 32 weeks pregnant with my second child. Lately it seems like he has been kicking non-stop. It seems the worst while I am at work, and it's becoming a distraction.

Is there anything I can do to get him to calm down some so I can get a break and maybe get some work done? Is it possible that he is too active and there is a problem?

Answer 1

Lots of people have already mentioned the caffeine and sugar thing so I'll skip that. Moving around really does help lull the baby into being more quiet (just like when they're on the outside). When you walk or sway, it's the same rocking sensation that a baby experiences when you hold them and sit in a rocking chair. This is one of the reasons rocking newborns works so well...it simulates the womb.

My daughter was like your baby and it did make it hard to focus on work. She kicked the drawer more than once and scared me with how loud and forceful she could be. The girl had a habit of twisting on what felt like my cervix and then kicking my bladder. Wonderful sensations, I assure you.

I know it's tough to do at work, but walk as much as possible. Get up from the desk and take long potty breaks, take the long route to wherever you need to go and try to walk at lunchtime. A full tummy and some rocking always knocked my girl out for at least a couple of hours.

At a minimum, you're heading into the home stretch and the kicking from the inside should end soon. It will get worse, probably. Mine wouldn't let me sleep at all the last 3 weeks. Good luck!!

Answer 2

Glad to hear the little one is healthy and moving. It's only a problem because his kicking is so distracting. He doesn't want you to forget he's there with you.

My first thought is, of course he's kicking when you're at work, he's trying to get your attention, just like most other kids. At home you probably talk to him more, he hears other sounds around the house, and you are doing things that move him around a little. When you ignore him he creates his own stimulation, much to your dismay.

Perhaps if you try deep breathing, relaxation techniques, or rocking in your chair he would calm down a little. Before you try this next one, let your co-workers know what you're doing so they don't think you a cracking up... Talk your baby through your day at work; "We need to make this phone call, Where did I put those papers, It's time to what-ever." It may be just reassuring enough that it calms him. If nothing else, after he is born he will respond quickly to your voice. Before my son was born I would carry on conversations with him and talk him through everything I was doing. I would read out loud, and listen to music all the time. Yes, I would even scold him if he kicked too hard. (LOL) Oh, he was still active enough, but it made it more bearable. An apparent benefit was that when he started talking he was quick to use understandable, meaningful words, and it seemed like he understood us when we talked with him.

In the end all you can do it keep trying different things until you find something that works for you and your baby. Good luck!

Answer 3

My third was an active baby in utero, almost to the point of distraction.
Avoid caffeine, and watch what you eat. This might have some effect.
Babies are different - even in utero! None of my other children moved like she did! She is still by far my most active!
I also found that rocking helped, crazy but true. I guess it lulled her to sleep.

Answer 4

there's nothing you can really do while you are at work. it sucks i know. it's really embarrassing when your boss is talking to you and the kid gets a really good kick in that takes your breathe away. my only comfort was rubbing the area where the baby was kicking with a little pressure. i could have sworn my kid knocked himself in the head when i was too close to my desk. i actually felt him hit the desk. that one got me freaked out. You may just have an active day baby (which would be awesome if he was a night time sleeper). just remember, a kicking baby is a healthy baby. it sucks, i know. but this too shall pass.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Don't drink caffeine at all -- no cokes, no chocolate, etc.
Be careful of the gassy vegis - broccoli, cabbage, chilis, etc.
All could be getting him upset.

If none of the above is applicable, be grateful for an active child. Many women would pray for your experience. You will have a wonderful blessing before you know it.

Answer 7

Maybe he doesn't like the food you're eating? spicy food or something otherwise difficult? What is your work environment like? loud? If you are stressed out at work, he likely will be too, so calm yourself down, take a break, rub your belly. good luck to you.

Answer 8

If you eat a lot of sugar you can try cutting back on that other then that there isn't much you can do. Your baby is running out of space. Good luck.

Answer 9

My son was the same way. Whenever I was trying to sleep, relax, or sitting still period, he was kung-fu fighting my insides. I noticed that whenever I walked around, he would be calm(sleep?).
If your job requires you to remain stationary, perhaps you can intermittently pace close by your desk.
Good luck to you!

Answer 10

I think you should be more concerned if your baby is kicking less or not at all. You're almost at a full term of your pregnancy. You should jump for joy to know your baby is alive and kicking.That's normal.Good luck.