Baby kick counter
Start a session and tap once for each movement you feel. Your entries stay on this screen and no account is required.
Direct answer: a kick counter records how long it takes to feel a set of movements. There is no universal normal number—follow the method your care team recommends and act on a change from your baby's usual pattern.
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Count any distinct movement you recognise—kicks, rolls, swishes or stretches. Follow the counting method your own care team gave you.
- Start a session, then tap once for each movement.
How to use this kick counter
- Choose a time and position recommended by your maternity team.
- Tap Start counting, then record each distinct movement once.
- Keep the result for your own reference, but use your baby's normal pattern and your clinician's instructions—not an app target—to make care decisions.
Movement patterns matter more than a universal score
ACOG's fetal monitoring guidance explains that movement counting can be done in different ways and that a healthcare professional should tell you how often to count and when to notify them. ACOG also states that if you feel movement less often than what is normal for you, your professional may ask you to track movements.
That is why this tool does not flash a generic “safe” result. A completed count cannot rule out a problem, and fewer or stopped movements deserve prompt professional advice.
Kick counter questions
What counts as a movement in a kick count?
Count distinct movements you recognise, which may include kicks, rolls, swishes or stretches. Use the exact counting method your maternity care professional recommends.
How many movements should I count?
There is no single normal number for every pregnancy. Your baby's usual pattern and any change from it matter; ask your clinician whether they want you to use a particular target or method.
What should I do if my baby is moving less than usual?
Contact your obstetric or maternity care professional promptly. Do not wait for a counter target or use an app result to decide whether to seek care.
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