Baby has hiccups

Anonymous
PP 22:27 above here.

My midwife scoffed at the hiccups thing, and the fact is I haven't found any kind of credible source on it being any kind of risk factor. It's healthy and normal and not a sign of anything.

So don't sweat it, OP. I'm not going to.
Anonymous
Tons of hiccups. The sono tech said they were a good sign. Then she was born and had more hiccups. The neonatal ped at the hospital said that was totally normal, too.

Stop googling shit.
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Stop googling shit.


Amen.
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:OP here. Had a breakdown last night and called my doctor. He said there is no credible evidence out there showing that fetal hiccups are related to cord compression. Since I already had a reassuring BPP this week, as well as a good NST on Friday, he said baby is ok. Also, I've been making kick counts when I do them. I still couldn't sleep very well last night for fear I would miss movement.

It took so much to get this pregnancy that this home stretch (I am 33 weeks) is going to be really scary and worrisome.


OP--I am so sorry you have to go thru this. I can just offer my empathy...my DD was never a mover--seriously my OB was shocked when even the US didn't get her to move-however she did continuously pass NST. The only moving she really did was consistent hiccups in the 3rd trimester. I read everything you read, and stressed out about it. I also had a loss , so was extra worried. Everyone told me to relax ( didn't help) and said things like "if you're this worried now just wait until the baby is born"...however for me it is now so much easier with my 7month DD. I can see her and know she is okay, the pressure of carrying her and being worried I would miss something as well as trying to be so aware of my body and her was hard on me. Of course as a mother the worrying never stops, but my DH just commented how I have yet to call the dr after hours ( i.e crazy about every little thing) so you may be like me and just feel such relief when you have the healthy baby in your arms. I just wanted you to know my DD had hiccups ALL the time, and hardly moved ( she did pass her kick counts if I drank OJ or cold water), but she is a happy healthy KICKING 7 month old--that still gets hiccups all the time

I wish I could give you a hug, I hope these next few weeks fly for you and congratulations on your little one!
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:OP here. Had a breakdown last night and called my doctor. He said there is no credible evidence out there showing that fetal hiccups are related to cord compression. Since I already had a reassuring BPP this week, as well as a good NST on Friday, he said baby is ok. Also, I've been making kick counts when I do them. I still couldn't sleep very well last night for fear I would miss movement.

It took so much to get this pregnancy that this home stretch (I am 33 weeks) is going to be really scary and worrisome.

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OP--I am so sorry you have to go thru this. I can just offer my empathy...my DD was never a mover--seriously my OB was shocked when even the US didn't get her to move-however she did continuously pass NST. The only moving she really did was consistent hiccups in the 3rd trimester. I read everything you read, and stressed out about it. I also had a loss , so was extra worried. Everyone told me to relax ( didn't help) and said things like "if you're this worried now just wait until the baby is born"...however for me it is now so much easier with my 7month DD. I can see her and know she is okay, the pressure of carrying her and being worried I would miss something as well as trying to be so aware of my body and her was hard on me. Of course as a mother the worrying never stops, but my DH just commented how I have yet to call the dr after hours ( i.e crazy about every little thing) so you may be like me and just feel such relief when you have the healthy baby in your arms. I just wanted you to know my DD had hiccups ALL the time, and hardly moved ( she did pass her kick counts if I drank OJ or cold water), but she is a happy healthy KICKING 7 month old--that still gets hiccups all the time

I wish I could give you a hug, I hope these next few weeks fly for you and congratulations on your little one!


Thank you so much for your very sweet message. I have been so worried (and beating myself up for worrying so much) that your post is like a breath of fresh air. I agree- I will most likely worry for different reasons when this baby gets here but at least I will be able to see the baby and know he/she is ok rather than worry abou what I can't see. These hiccups have really had me worried so thank you for telling me that your DD had them as well. I had a BPP today and the baby passed perfectly thank goodness. No cord wrapped around the neck.

Yes I hope these next few weeks fly by as well!!!!!! Again, thank you for posting - I really appreciate it more than you know. Congratulations on your baby as well!
Anonymous
HI I'm 38 wks and waiting. I as well have noticed LO hiccuping on my left side when I lay down. I think it's very normal for us mom's first time it repeated to stress over everything that happens and look for reassurance of the unknown. Often, reading everyone's comments is enough for me but it seems the more you read and research the more you get stressed out, many different theories and opinions. I guess what I'm saying is we need to remember to talk to the ob, try not to stress as most things are out of our control and trust in god. EVEN IF YOUR NOT SUPER RELIGOUS. He is there as long as you beleive. Goodluck everyone. God bless us all
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