Fetal Movement Log

Count to 10 kicks and see how long it takes. Free, private and instant.

How to use the Fetal Movement Log

  1. Set time you started counting.
  2. Add one row per entry for time of each movement: Movement time.
  3. Press Calculate to get an instant result with a colour scale, chart and plain-English explanation.

About the Fetal Movement Log

Your baby’s movements are a sign of wellbeing. Use the count-to-10 method: note the time you start and each movement until you reach 10. This log shows how long it took, charts the count and tells you when to call.

Also known as: kick counter, count the kicks, baby kick tracker, fetal kick count.

Formula and cut-offs

Count-to-10 method: note the start time and each movement (kicks, rolls, swishes). 10 movements within 2 hours is reassuring. Fewer, or a clear change in your baby’s usual pattern, needs same-day medical advice.

Frequently asked questions

How many kicks should I feel?

Many doctors suggest 10 movements within 2 hours, but every baby has a normal pattern. A change from your baby’s own pattern matters most.

When do I start counting?

Most people feel regular movements from 18 to 25 weeks; formal counting is usually advised from about 28 weeks.

What if I feel fewer movements?

Contact your doctor or maternity unit straight away. Do not wait until the next day.

Sources and references

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