Fetal movement frequency and the effect of associated perinatal factors: Multicenter study

Decreased fetal movements are associated with adverse perinatal outcomes, including stillbirth. Delayed maternal visits to a health care provider after perceiving decreased fetal movements are frequently observed in stillbirths. Informing pregnant women of the normal range of fetal movement frequency is essential in their earlier visits in order to prevent stillbirth.
Source: Women and Birth - Category: Midwifery Authors: Source Type: research