Fetal movements are considered normal when they are ≥10 movements/2 hours or ≥30 movements/12 hours, and strict fetal movement counting is required as prescribed by the physician. Most pregnant women can self-perceive fetal body movement at 16 to 20 weeks of gestation, and are generally more active at night and in the afternoon. Since fetal movement is generally not filtered before 28 weeks of gestation, fetal movement counting should be performed after 28 weeks as prescribed by the doctor. Fetal movement counts are considered normal when they are ≥10 movements/2 hours or ≥30 movements/12 hours. Monitoring fetal movement count during pregnancy is a simple and effective way for pregnant women to self-evaluate the condition of the fetus in the womb. When the fetal movement count is <10 times/2 hours, or when it decreases by 50%, it suggests that there is a possibility of fetal distress, which requires prompt hospitalization and ultrasound, fetal heart rate monitoring to assist in the diagnosis, and timely termination of the pregnancy, if necessary, in order to ensure the safety of mothers and infants.