Rhythmic repetitive fetal movement

The origin of the excessive fetal movements is unknown; they may represent fetal seizures induced by asphyxia or infection, an attempt to release cord entanglement or a change in fetal behaviour (inducing signs of distress) in response to a noxious stimulus .

Signs of Fetal Distress

By week 24, you may start to notice some jerking movements inside your belly. You might even see them on the outside. Repeated jerky movements usually mean that your baby has the hiccups . Hiccups are perfectly normal.

By week 24, you may start to notice some jerking movements inside your belly. You might even see them on the outside. Repeated jerky movements usually mean that your baby has the hiccups . Hiccups are perfectly normal.