when do you feel baby moving

You typically start to feel your baby moving, known as "quickening," between 16 and 25 weeks of pregnancy. If it's your first pregnancy, you might not notice movements until closer to 20 to 24 weeks, or even up to 30 weeks. For women who have been pregnant before, movements might be felt as early as 13 to 16 weeks. These early movements often feel like gentle fluttering, butterflies, or swishes. As the pregnancy progresses, movements become stronger, with distinct kicks and jabs usually noticeable by the second and third trimesters. Babies tend to be most active in the evenings, often between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m. When lying quietly, like sitting or lying down, you are more likely to feel these movements.