Aside from regular checkups, it can feel like you’re overreacting if you panic and call your doctor over every concern. The reality is that roughly one out of every 160 pregnancies in the U.S. results in stillbirth, which means that your concerns are valid. If at any given moment during your pregnancy you fear that something is wrong, it’s okay to call your doctor and get their professional advice or request that they run tests or perform scans to verify the safety and well-being of your growing child. Should you start spotting or bleeding, experiencing abnormal cramping, notice a lack of movement, or find yourself feeling a high level of discomfort, You should visit your doctor as soon as possible. They’ll utilize a series of tests such as ultrasounds and use a stethoscope or Doppler to listen for the fetal heartbeat so that they can reassure you or determine if there’s a need for further action.