{"id":15372,"date":"2025-12-15T18:05:34","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T23:05:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/week-23-of-pregnancy-braxton-hicks-contractions-are-they-normal\/"},"modified":"2026-07-03T08:56:50","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T13:56:50","slug":"week-23-of-pregnancy-braxton-hicks-contractions-are-they-normal","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/en\/motherhood-world\/pregnancy-week-by-week-a-complete-guide-from-month-1-to-delivery\/week-23-of-pregnancy-braxton-hicks-contractions-are-they-normal\/","title":{"rendered":"Week 23 of Pregnancy: Braxton Hicks Contractions: Are They Normal?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"15372\" class=\"elementor elementor-15372 elementor-11002\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-235ca74d elementor-section-height-min-height 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data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-688ff0f8 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"688ff0f8\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-custom\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-1eec535b\" data-id=\"1eec535b\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-382d138b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"382d138b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"><div class=\"layoutArea\"><div class=\"column\"><div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"><div class=\"layoutArea\"><div class=\"column\"><p>At week 23 of pregnancy, the baby continues to grow and develop their senses, while the mother may notice their movements more and experience some physical changes such as weight gain and slight swelling. It is a good time to maintain healthy habits, continue with medical checkups, and begin preparing for the baby&#8217;s arrival. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-774c1ef9\" data-id=\"774c1ef9\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a98795d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a98795d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/1.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-11005\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/1.webp 1080w, https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/1-768x498.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2725cc98 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2725cc98\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6a3a42ab\" data-id=\"6a3a42ab\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-341ccc98 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"341ccc98\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-custom\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-5d5772b8\" data-id=\"5d5772b8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a9af650 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1a9af650\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Symptoms<\/strong><\/span><br><b><br><\/b><\/h4><ul><li><b>Weight gain and body changes<\/b><b><br\/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The baby&#8217;s growth and fluid retention may cause you to notice progressive weight gain, as well as increased curvature in your back due to pressure from the growing uterus.<\/span><\/li><li><b>More intense fetal movements<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the baby develops, their movements become more noticeable. You may feel kicks, turns, or small impulses, especially after eating or when lying down. <\/span><\/li><li><b>Braxton Hicks Contractions<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are mild and sporadic contractions that help prepare the uterus for labor. They are usually not painful or regular, but if they become constant or strong, it is important to consult with your doctor. <\/span><\/li><li><b>Swelling in feet and ankles<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fluid retention is common at this week. To reduce swelling, it is recommended to elevate your legs, wear comfortable clothing, and stay well hydrated. <\/span><\/li><li><b>Leg cramps<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many women experience cramps, especially at night. This may be related to a lack of certain minerals such as magnesium or potassium. Gentle stretching and good hydration can help relieve them.  <\/span><b><\/b><\/li><li><b>Heartburn and slow digestion<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to pressure from the uterus on the stomach and the effect of hormones on the digestive system, symptoms such as reflux, gas, or a feeling of fullness may appear. Eating small portions and avoiding greasy or spicy foods can help. <\/span><\/li><li><b>Increased skin sensitivity and appearance of stretch marks<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The skin stretches, which can cause itching or sensitivity in the abdomen, breasts, and thighs. Using moisturizing creams and drinking enough water can help keep the skin elastic. <\/span><b><\/b><\/li><li><b>Fatigue and difficulty sleeping<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As pregnancy progresses, finding a comfortable sleeping position can be more difficult. It is recommended to sleep on your side, preferably on the left side, and use pillows to support your back and belly. <\/span><\/li><\/ul><h4><b><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Baby\u2019s size<\/span><br><br><\/b><\/h4><ul><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At week 23 of pregnancy, the baby measures approximately 28 to 30 cm from head to toe and weighs around 500 to 600 grams, having a size similar to that of a large eggplant.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At this stage of pregnancy, their skin remains thin and somewhat wrinkled, but gradually begins to accumulate more fat beneath the skin, which will help regulate their temperature after birth. Their body is now more proportionate and their facial features are well defined. <\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most important advances this week is the development of the lungs. Although they are not yet ready for breathing outside the uterus, the baby already practices breathing movements by inhaling and exhaling amniotic fluid. Their auditory system is quite developed, which allows them to react to loud sounds and recognize the mother&#8217;s voice.  <\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, their brain continues to mature rapidly and begins to develop more complex nerve connections, which improves their reflexes and movements. It is common for the baby to move more frequently and forcefully, giving small kicks or stretching inside the uterus. <\/span><\/li><\/ul><h4><b><br><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">What Should You Do?<\/span><br><br><\/b><\/h4><ul><li><b>Attend prenatal checkups<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br\/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is essential to continue with medical visits to monitor the baby&#8217;s growth and detect any possible complications early.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Maintain a balanced diet<\/b><b><br\/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming a diet rich in proteins, iron, calcium, and essential fatty acids helps the baby&#8217;s development and prevents problems such as anemia or maternal fatigue.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Perform moderate exercise<\/b><b><br\/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activities such as walking, swimming, or prenatal yoga help improve circulation, reduce stress, and relieve discomforts such as back pain.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Control swelling<\/b><b><br\/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid fluid retention, it is recommended to elevate your legs when possible, stay hydrated, and reduce sodium intake.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Care for skin and prevent stretch marks<\/b><b><br\/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applying moisturizing creams or oils to the abdomen, breasts, and thighs helps maintain skin elasticity and reduce itching.<\/span><\/li><li><b>Rest adequately<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleeping on the left side improves circulation and avoids discomfort. Using support pillows can help find a comfortable position. <\/span><\/li><li><b>Monitor the baby&#8217;s movements<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting this week, fetal movements are more evident. It is important to note their frequency and report any significant changes to your doctor. <\/span><\/li><li><b>Avoid stress and care for emotional health<\/b><b><br\/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practicing relaxation techniques, meditation, or simply dedicating time to pleasurable activities contributes to the well-being of both mother and baby.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-593f0f7c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"593f0f7c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5a742d4e\" data-id=\"5a742d4e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-1324ca86 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1324ca86\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-custom\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-30514313\" data-id=\"30514313\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e885ab0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6e885ab0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Nutrition at week 23 of pregnancy<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a370d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a370d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Proteins<\/strong><br\/>Promote the development of the baby&#8217;s tissues and help with the mother&#8217;s cellular regeneration.<br\/>Sources: Lean meats, chicken, fish, eggs, legumes, tofu, nuts, and dairy products.<br><strong>Calcium<\/strong><br\/>Essential for the formation of the baby&#8217;s bones and teeth.<br\/>Sources: Milk, yogurt, cheese, almonds, spinach, broccoli, and sesame seeds.<br><strong>Iron<\/strong><br\/>Prevents anemia and improves blood oxygenation. It is recommended to combine it with vitamin C for better absorption.<br\/>Sources: Lean red meats, liver, spinach, lentils, chickpeas, and fortified cereals.<br\/>Vitamin C: Oranges, strawberries, peppers, and kiwis.<br\/>Omega-3 Fatty Acids<br\/>Promote the baby&#8217;s brain and visual development.<br\/>Sources: Fish such as salmon and sardines, walnuts, chia, and flaxseeds. <br><strong>Folic acid<\/strong><br\/>It is essential to prevent neural tube defects and support cellular growth.<br\/>Sources: Spinach, lentils, broccoli, asparagus, and fortified cereals.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-77ca49e8\" data-id=\"77ca49e8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c652940 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5c652940\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/2-1.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-11010\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/2-1.webp 1080w, https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/2-1-768x498.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f39276 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0f39276\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"><div class=\"layoutArea\"><div class=\"column\"><div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"><div class=\"layoutArea\"><div class=\"column\"><p><strong>Fiber<\/strong><br\/>Helps prevent constipation, a common symptom at this stage of pregnancy.<br\/>Sources: Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, oats, and legumes.<br><strong>Hydration<\/strong><br\/>Drinking enough water is essential to avoid dehydration, improve digestion, and prevent swelling. It is recommended to consume at least 2 liters of water per day. <\/p><p><strong>Foods to avoid or limit<\/strong><br\/>Caffeine: Reduce consumption to less than 200 mg per day (approximately one cup of coffee).<br\/>Fish with high mercury content: Avoid shark, swordfish, and bluefin tuna.<br\/>Raw or undercooked foods: Do not consume raw meat, eggs, or seafood to avoid infections.<br\/>Deli meats and unpasteurized cheeses: May contain dangerous bacteria such as listeria.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-75e24700 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"75e24700\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1991148f\" data-id=\"1991148f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-2b7ebf18 elementor-reverse-mobile elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2b7ebf18\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-6b3ed575\" data-id=\"6b3ed575\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21c7ea3c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"21c7ea3c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/3-2.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-11012\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/3-2.webp 1080w, https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/3-2-768x498.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fee88da elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1fee88da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Precautions<\/strong><br\/>Avoid high-impact exercises or those with risk of falls.<br\/>Do not perform activities that involve lying on your back for long periods.<br\/>Maintain proper hydration before, during, and after exercise.<br\/>Always consult with your doctor before starting or modifying an exercise routine.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-2ee96823\" data-id=\"2ee96823\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-100c431d elementor-widget-mobile__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"100c431d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Exercise at week 23 of pregnancy<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-29b909e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"29b909e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Improves blood circulation<\/strong><br\/>Helps prevent swelling in legs and feet, as well as the appearance of varicose veins.<\/p><p>Reduces pain and discomfort<br\/>Decreases back pain, muscle stiffness, and stress on joints.<br><strong>Controls weight gain<\/strong><br\/>Maintains a healthy weight and helps reduce the risk of developing gestational diabetes.<br><strong>Strengthens the pelvic floor<\/strong><br\/>Prepares the body for labor and prevents urinary incontinence.<br\/>Improves mood<br\/>Releases endorphins, reducing anxiety and stress. It also improves sleep quality. <br><strong>Facilitates postpartum recovery<\/strong><br\/>Staying active promotes faster recovery after the baby&#8217;s birth.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-42af7ce2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"42af7ce2\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7a577d2c\" data-id=\"7a577d2c\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-235db79a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"235db79a\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-180f6605\" data-id=\"180f6605\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d465cbf elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6d465cbf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Things You Should NOT Do:<\/span>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36394c9a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"36394c9a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Avoid postures that compress the abdomen<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not lie on your back for prolonged periods, as it can reduce blood flow to the baby.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid sudden movements or exercises that involve jumping or excessive twisting.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><b><br><\/b><b>Do not lift heavy objects<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can create pressure on the abdomen and increase the risk of back injuries.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><b><br><\/b><b>Do not remain standing or sitting for long periods<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can promote swelling and poor circulation. It is advisable to take breaks to move and stretch your legs. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><b><br><\/b><b>Avoid consumption of harmful substances<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not smoke or expose yourself to tobacco smoke.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not consume alcohol, as it can affect the baby&#8217;s development.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limit caffeine consumption to less than 200 mg per day.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><b><br><\/b><b>Do not consume raw or unpasteurized foods<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid raw meats, fish, and seafood.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not consume unpasteurized dairy products or deli meats without heating, due to the risk of infections such as listeriosis.<\/span><\/p><p> <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-5838a83e\" data-id=\"5838a83e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5847d3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b5847d3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/4-1.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-11014\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/4-1.webp 1080w, https:\/\/americacellbank.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/4-1-768x498.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b57c3b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7b57c3b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Do not self-medicate<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any medication, supplement, or natural remedy must be approved by your doctor.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><b><br><\/b><b>Avoid extreme temperatures<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not use hot tubs, saunas, or very hot baths, as they can affect blood pressure.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><b><br><\/b><b>Do not neglect rest<\/b><b><br><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep enough and find comfortable positions to avoid discomfort or pressure on the abdomen.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-410f9dce elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"410f9dce\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e22095f\" data-id=\"e22095f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-712febc3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"712febc3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52d489a3 uael-faq-box-layout-yes align-at-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-uael-faq\" data-id=\"52d489a3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"uael-faq.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div id='uael-faq-wrapper-138' class=\"uael-faq-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-faq-container uael-faq-layout-accordion\" data-layout=\"toggle\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-3107019\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-3107019 uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-1-6a518831be291\">Is it normal to feel more movements from the baby?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, at this stage the baby is more active and their movements are more noticeable. You may feel little kicks, stretches, and position changes throughout the day. <\/span><\/p><p> <\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-43991bf\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-43991bf uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-2-6a518831be302\">Why do I feel more swelling in my feet and legs?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>The increase in blood volume and fluid retention can cause swelling, especially after being on your feet or sitting for long periods. It is advisable to elevate your legs and stay hydrated. <\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-f626b91\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-f626b91 uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-3-6a518831be341\">How much weight should I gain at this stage?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>Weight gain varies for each woman, but on average, by week 23 you will have gained between 5 and 7 kg. It is important to monitor this with your doctor. <\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-371c950\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-371c950 uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-4-6a518831be37a\">Is it safe to travel at this stage of pregnancy?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>Yes, but it is advisable to avoid long trips without breaks to move around. If traveling by plane, it is important to consult with your doctor and verify the airline's policies. <\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-81ff508\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-81ff508 uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-5-6a518831be3b1\">Is it normal to have heartburn and digestive problems?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>Yes, the growth of the uterus can put pressure on the stomach and cause reflux. Eating small portions, avoiding heavy meals before bed, and elevating your head when lying down can help. <\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-fb63309\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-fb63309 uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-6-6a518831be3e8\">Can I continue exercising?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>Yes, as long as it is moderate exercise and approved by your doctor. Walking, swimming, prenatal yoga, and low-impact strengthening exercises are recommended. <\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-a82213a\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-a82213a uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-7-6a518831be427\">Why do I have pain in the lower abdomen?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>The growth of the uterus stretches the ligaments, which can cause mild discomfort or twinges. However, if the pain is intense or constant, it is important to consult with your doctor. <\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-edd3457\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-edd3457 uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-8-6a518831be45c\">Is it normal to have skin changes?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>Yes, spots may appear on the face (chloasma), darkening of the linea alba on the abdomen, and stretch marks due to hormonal changes and skin stretching.<\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-ee591b5\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-ee591b5 uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-9-6a518831be492\">How can I improve sleep quality?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>Sleeping on your side, especially on the left side, using pillows to support your back and legs, and avoiding caffeinated beverages at night can help you rest better.<\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"uael-accordion-87ad690\" class=\"uael-faq-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class= \"uael-accordion-title\" aria-expanded=\"false\" role=\"tab\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon uael-accordion-icon-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-angle-up\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uael-question-87ad690 uael-question-span\" tabindex=\"0\" id=\"uael-faq-10-6a518831be4c7\">When should I be concerned about the baby's movements?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-accordion-content\" role=\"tabpanel\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span><p>If you notice a significant decrease in the baby's movements or go many hours without feeling them, it is advisable to consult with your doctor to make sure everything is well.<br\/>If you have doubts or unusual symptoms, it is always best to seek medical consultation to receive specialized guidance.<\/p><\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7428362c elementor-section-content-middle 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