Before this time, the death of a baby is called amiscarriageor pregnancy loss.
However, this does not necessarily mean that there will be a stillbirth.
Every baby is different, and there is no specific number of movements that is considered normal.
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Dont worry if your baby has periods where they dont move.
These are rarely longer than 90 minutes.
When to Contact Your Healthcare Provider
Trust your instincts.
If this is not an option, then healthcare providers will give medicine to start labor.
Risk Factors
Several types of risk factors for stillbirth may increase its likelihood during pregnancy.
Knowing the cause of the previous stillbirth can also help to reduce this risk.
A Word From Verywell
Losing a child through stillbirth can be incredibly difficult and painful.
This may be made harder because the cause might not be clear, even after extensive investigation.
Seeking support may help you if you have experienced this loss.
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