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it is not harder to feel the movement it just is not as harsh on your ribs and back because there is more "wiggle room" for the baby. however, it will be harder to see the movement from the outside.

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Q: Is it harder for obese pregnant women to feel fetal movement more so than pregnant women who are pregnant and are not overweight?
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