Establishing a reference value for the frequency of fetal movements using modified ‘count to 10’ method

Abstract

For the first time we established a reference value for perceived fetal movements throughout the second half of pregnancy. The present modified 'count to 10' method requires less time than the previous method. Approximately 98% (690/705) of women gave us satisfactory recordings. This reference value may be of use in identifying mothers with decreased fetal movements.