Dr Larisa Corda

To fight against the COVID-19 Pandemic, Larisa is currently working in a busy London ICU Unit, treating patients with the virus.

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The Hidden Risks of Using Fetal Dopplers at Home

Fetal dopplers detect and amplify the sound of the fetal heartbeat - and other sounds. However, despite their widespread availability, these devices are not without dangers. At Kicks Count, we always encourage informed decisions - so here's a couple of things to consider:
Winnie's Arrival: Trusting Instincts and Monitoring Movement

Proud mum Amelia's shares her journey of maternal intuition - and the importance of tracking fetal movements.
A Timely Intervention: Charlie's Birth Story

Saving lives with timely intervention - how Charlie's intuition, and fast-acting hospital team, ensured her son's safe arrival.
Megan McKenna Shares Updates on her IVF Journey

Reality TV star Megan McKenna candidly shares her IVF journey, highlighting emotional and medical challenges. Article includes resources to support.

Matt Coyne

Author of the critically acclaimed Sunday Times Bestseller ' Dummy' and popular parenting blogger Matt Coyne came on board as an ambassador for Kicks Count in June 2018.
Emma Crosby

Television Newsreader and Journalist Emma Crosby joined us as an Ambassador in March 2016 after realising the importance of movement during her first pregnancy.
Mark Rhodes

TV Presenter Mark Rhodes, part of successful presenting duo Sam and Mark, came on board to support Kicks Count as an ambassador in April 2018.

Anterior Placenta: Your Questions Answered

What is the placenta? What does it mean to have an anterior placenta? The placenta is an incredible organ, belonging to both you and your baby. Learn more about your baby's lifeline and what an anterior placenta means for baby movement.
Your Baby's Movements

Feeling your baby move is a sign they are well. Here's all you need to know about why you should monitor your baby's movements - and how.
Kicks Count Wristbands

How can a Kicks Count Wristband help me? How do you use one? We answer your frequently asked questions.
Hollyoaks star Kirsty-Leigh Porter reveals tragic stillbirth

Hollyoaks star Kirsty-Leigh Porter has revealed her precious baby girl was stillborn on 21st December 2018.
FMH and reduced movements

My baby was born alive thanks to your campaign, I would have taken the advice about baby movements from my parents as gospel otherwise ... after all, they have 6 kids between them, they are the experts ... aren't they???
How many Kicks should I feel in 1 hour?

There is no set number of movements you need to feel in one hour, 2 hours or 24 hours. Get to know what is normal for your baby and report any change immediately.
What can I expect when I report reduced movement?

The care you receive when you report a change in movement will depend on your stage of pregnancy. Here you can find out what to expect.
Why Ditch the Doppler?

In 2017 Kicks Count launched a campaign to regulate or ban the sale of home dopplers to expectant parents in the UK. Here the CEO explains why.
Free Kick Counting App

The Kicks Count app is designed to help you get to know your baby’s regular pattern of movement, once you have recorded sessions the graphs section will show you your baby’s movements over the last 2, 7 and 14 days.
Gary Barlow discusses the heartbreaking stillbirth of his daughter Poppy

Gary Barlow has spoken out about the heartbreaking stillbirth of his daughter Poppy. The Take That singer, 47, described how she was stillborn at full term days before he had to perform at the closing ceremony of the 2012 Olympics.