So I used ny fetal doppler heart rate was around 150 but he was very low. Shouldn't he be higher up.
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2 Apr 2024
Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
Exploring Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
Fetal heart rate monitoring is a crucial aspect of prenatal care that allows healthcare providers to assess the well-being of your baby throughout pregnancy and during labor.
This non-invasive procedure involves monitoring the baby's heartbeat to ensure it's within a healthy range and to detect any potential concerns.
Let's explore fetal heart rate monitoring in more detail:
Types of Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
Intermittent Monitoring: During routine prenatal visits, healthcare providers may use a handheld Doppler device to listen to the baby's heartbeat for a short period. This method provides periodic snapshots of the baby's heart rate.
Continuous Monitoring: Continuous monitoring is commonly used during labor and delivery to monitor the baby's heart rate continuously. It involves two methods:
- External Monitoring: An external Doppler device or ultrasound transducer is placed on the mother's abdomen to monitor the baby's heart rate. It's secured with straps and allows freedom of movement during labor.
- Internal Monitoring: In some cases, a small electrode is attached directly to the baby's scalp through the cervix during labor. This provides more accurate and continuous monitoring, but it requires rupturing the amniotic sac (if not already broken) and being in active labor.
Purpose of Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- Assessing Fetal Well-Being: Fetal heart rate monitoring helps healthcare providers assess the baby's well-being, oxygen levels, and response to contractions during labor.
- Detecting Early Signs of Distress: Abnormalities in the baby's heart rate pattern may indicate potential issues, such as oxygen deprivation, which can prompt immediate intervention.
- Guiding Decisions During Labor: Continuous monitoring can aid in making informed decisions during labor, such as determining the best time for pain relief options or interventions.
Interpretation of Fetal Heart Rate Patterns
- Normal Baseline: A normal fetal heart rate typically ranges between 110 and 160 beats per minute (bpm).
- Accelerations: Temporary increases in the baby's heart rate are often a reassuring sign of a responsive and healthy baby.
- Decelerations: Temporary decreases in the heart rate can be classified as early, late, or variable decelerations, each indicating different aspects of the baby's well-being.
Importance of Regular Prenatal Checkups
- Regular prenatal checkups allow healthcare providers to monitor the baby's growth, development, and heart rate patterns.
- Any concerning changes in the baby's heart rate can be promptly addressed and managed to ensure the baby's safety and well-being.
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Rachel
1 Jul 2023
Hey everyone….my fetal heart rate was 94 at 6 weeks exactly. I am going back in a week to redo ultrasound….should I be worried??
Rachel
Just that if baby’s heart just started to beat that morning then it could be why it was slow….
27 Mar 2024
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Stormy
Nope don't stress yet. At my 6 weeks we were at 93. I was terrified...at our 10 week we had a HR of 173! Stay positive momma.
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Crystal
28 Mar 2023
When it comes to fetal heart rate have any of you ladies noticed a higher heart rate associated with females than males? At my ultrasound visit the babies heart rate was 147 but im unsure of the gender.
Vale🤍🫶
For me, both my son and current pregnancy with my baby girl had the same range of heart rate between 145-155.
27 Mar 2024
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Angela ♏ ♊ ♐
For me my son was 130's 140's for my baby girl she was 133 first ultrasound and around 155 everytime after.
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Riley
17 Feb 2023
Got to see my little bean on Wednesday 😍. The doctors are concerned that the baby’s heart rate is 99, but on average a fetal heart rate at 6 1/2 weeks is 90-100! Any advice?! It is kinda stressful for me 🥲. The ultrasound tech also put the due date as October 11, but my doctor said October 8th 🤣.
Alisha
I wouldn’t stress about it. Stress isn’t good for you or your unborn baby
27 Mar 2024
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Jaycee
2021 I had a heart rate of 68 at 6 weeks and my baby did not survive after 8 weeks
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Indiaa
24 Jan 2023
🥺 Lol my baby kicked the monitor 🤣 -14 weeks / due July 19th! •first heart rate -156 •second updated heart rate-175 (super hyper that day) • recent heart rate -138-140
Beth
I’m due July the 19th. I’m having a girl!!! 💕 I hope you have a girl too!!
27 Mar 2024
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Indiaa
Congratulations ❤️ & thank youu 🥺
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Morgan
29 Dec 2022
So doctors notes from ER last night confirmed baby’s heart rate of 127 and I’m about 6 weeks roughly. They said the fetal pole is 7mm approximately but they haven’t fully observed the yolk sac yet is this normal?
Mattie
You still pretty early along give it another week or two
27 Mar 2024
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Morgan
I’m hearing sometimes the yolk sac doesn’t show until HCG levels reached 7,000-8,000 and I don’t have those levels yet.
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Sariyah
18 Dec 2022
I’m 14 weeks I used my fetal doppler and the heart rate is 120’s is this normal? It was 155 on Monday.
Sariah
Apparently early deceleration is normal ! Don’t worry yourself too much. Nice name btw 🫢🤍
27 Mar 2024
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Ashley
Yes my dr said 110/160 is normal
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Zoey
24 Oct 2022
I’m currently 19 weeks I check my heart rate on the fetal Doppler almost everyday but these past two day the heart beart has been either 90-100 is that normal cause I’m really freaking out
Samara
Are you sure you’re picking up the baby’s heartbeat and not your own? Three babies heart rate should be higher. When is your next doctor appt?
27 Mar 2024
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Zoey
Not till the 8th
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Angel
16 May 2022
Baby’s heart rate is around 165-175 off of a fetal Doppler …. What do you guys think the baby will be ?? 😇
jessica
Giiirlll🥰🥰
27 Mar 2024
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Angel
See that’s what I was thinking but than my close friend said her boy was around 165-170 🙃🙃🙃❤️❤️❤️
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Jenni
25 Jan 2022
Any experience high fetal heart rate? This is my 3rd and her heart rate goes above 160 at 33weeks and it’s making me nervous.
Susan
It's fine my sons was that high when i was pregnant with him
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Britney
my baby girl heart rate be the same
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