Did You Know?

Did you know that over 70 babies are stillborn in the U.S. every day? While SIDS is unquestionably a serious issue that deserves attention, stillbirth actually affects nearly 10 times as many as babies as SIDS— yet stillbirth is the least talked about pregnancy complication.

Fetal movement is one of the best indicators of a baby’s health before birth. Recent studies show that pregnancies with decreased fetal movement are at an increased risk for stillbirth and other pregnancy complications, including growth problems and preterm births. Fetal Infant Mortality Reviews in New Jersey, Florida and Indiana have identified kick counting as a valuable tool for pregnant women. Health care providers in Maryland and a US Naval Hospital in Italy also recommend that pregnant women count kicks.

Kick count is a safe, effective method that can help moms-to-be reduce their risk of experiencing the tragedy of stillbirth or other pregnancy complications. Plus, many moms feel the close observation of their babies' movement helps them better bond before birth and gives them peace of mind, knowing that their babies are healthy.