What the 10-kick method means
The 10-kick count (sometimes called “count-to-10”) asks you to notice how long it takes to feel about ten distinct movements in one focused sitting. Your personal baseline matters more than a viral number of minutes.
Why parents like it
It is concrete enough to repeat daily, light enough to fit real life, and useful for spotting change. If ten movements usually arrive within a familiar window for your baby, a sudden stretch far outside that window is a reason to check in with your care team — not to panic alone with a stopwatch.
How to do a count-to-10 session
- Choose a calm moment, often after a snack or in the evening when baby is lively.
- Lie on your side or sit supported; minimize distractions.
- Start Preglo’s kick counter and tap each distinct movement until you reach about 10.
- Save the duration. Glance at recent sessions instead of obsessing over a single day.
Common misunderstandings
“Ten kicks in an hour” is not a universal medical law printed on every pregnancy. Protocols differ by clinic and country. Some teams prefer a timed observation window instead of count-to-10. Ask which language your provider uses, then mirror it in your logging habit.
For positioning and mindset, read how to count baby kicks. If something feels off, read reduced fetal movement and call for clinical advice.
Always follow your clinician’s preferred protocol. This page is educational only.