Prenatal Tips for the Second Trimester
Around the fifth month, you may be able to feel your baby moving around in your abdomen. These movements are similar to feeling as if a butterfly is fluttering in your stomach. Not all babies are equally active, however. Some may kick and turn around often, while others are quieter.
Many pregnant women find that their babies move more after they have eaten. This is due to the increase in glucose in the mother’s and baby’s bloodstream. Emotional responses to stress and tense situations can also trigger movement in the baby. Stress causes a surge in adrenaline in your body. Learning some ways to relax will help you and your baby. Deep breathing, talking to someone you trust, walking, and listening to soothing music are good ways to relax.
