Should It Hurt When Baby Moves?

Yes, many women experience some pain or discomfort when their baby moves. If it only happens when your baby's moving, it's unlikely to be a sign that anything is wrong. If the pain doesn't go away when your baby stops moving, if it's severe, or if you have any other symptoms, call your GP or midwife straight away.

Do baby movements feel like cramps?

Pain from baby movements can vary a lot in intensity and durations, so don't be surprised if you start to feel a new sensation. It is very common for it to feel like a stitch or stomach discomfort. Alternatively, the pain can also feel short and sharp, a similar feeling to being pinched.

Why does it hurt when my baby moves at 35 weeks?

Sometimes the pain is caused by the baby's head pushing down right over a pelvic nerve—or it could be that your cervix has started dilating. Either way, it's a sign that things are moving along nicely. Braxton Hicks contractions are common from here on out.