= deeply invested. If this is your first child, engagement tends to happen in the final weeks. In subsequent pregnancies, it may occur later, or even until labor begins.

Does an active fetus mean an active baby?

Do notIn fact, if she’s active, you might think that’s a sign that she’s doing well! Every pregnancy is different. There is no set movement or number of kicks you should feel, so your baby is unlikely to move too much.

How likely is my baby to be born prematurely?

About 11% deliver prematurely. Experts aren’t sure why some women give birth early. Possible risk factors include carrying multiple births or having an abnormally shaped uterus.

How painful is childbirth?

Yes, childbirth is painful. But it is controllable. In fact, according to a national survey commissioned by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) in honor of Mother’s Day, nearly half (46%) of new mothers said their first child experienced more pain than they did Expected better.