Fetal Baby

How does the Doppler?
The Doppler listens to reflections of small, the high-frequency sound waves that are reflected inside the uterus. These sound waves are captured by the probe and amplified by the portable speakers so you can hear clearly. There are a variety of sounds can be heard, including the fetal heart rate / tone, each of which is distinctive and are therefore easily identifiable. You can hear kicks and hiccups when your baby grows. Sounds can generally be heard from 10-12 weeks of pregnancy.

Is the Doppler safe?
All Doppler fetal available in stores leading Internet are the same, or use the same technology as the Doppler is used by your midwife or doctor during your examinations throughout your pregnancy. Ultrasound technology has been used for years without any adverse effects on the fetus or the mother.

Fetal Doppler have an incredible safety record. They were used daily for the last thirty years worldwide. It is estimated around five million are used each day. No adverse effects to mother or baby has never been reported.

Please do not confuse with Doppler ultrasound used in a hospital to show images of your baby. Our Doppler ultrasound use in power extremely low. That is why they are running on a single farm household.

What if I do not find the heartbeat?
Finding the heartbeat can be intimidating at first your baby may be smaller than expected. Make sure you have used a generous amount of coupling gel and position the probe on your lower abdomen. If you hear no sound at first, move the probe slowly until you take the heart rate. The fetal heart rate sounds like a galloping horse and is very quick to 120-160 beats per minute. If you still have problems then refer to the instructions provided with your Doppler.

How do I say that this is not my heartbeat I can hear?
The sound of fetal heartbeat is distinctive, but can often be confused with other sounds at the beginning. You may very well have already heard during your visit to antenatal midwife or doctor. It is a regular fast beating sound, not to be confused with the rustle of the placenta.

- A roar like waves on a beach, the sound of your placenta.
- The whistling sound "A" is the sound of the blood supply to the placenta.
- Your pulse! Remember that heartbeat of your baby is about two times faster than that.
- A pulse that is more acute as the heartbeat of your baby, but at the same speed. Is the pulse through the umbilical cord, a very pregnant and reassuring noise!

How many beats per minute will I hear?
The fetal heart rate is much faster than yours and is generally between 120 and 160 beats per minute. However, the heart rate is not likely to remain constant and varies depending on time of day and amount of activity. The reading of the Doppler effect should not be used for self-diagnosis as any interpretation is complicated and requires detailed medical training.

Do I need a special lotion or ultrasound gel?
The fetal doppler probe on your need for a dense liquid to pick up sound waves from the uterus. The coupling gel that is provided with your Doppler is used to ensure the quality and clarity of sounds you can hear.

Doppler Tips
- A very easy way to find the heartbeat is to take your Doppler with you to your next prenatal appointment. Your OB or midwife can help you locate the heartbeat of your baby and give you useful advice Doppler.
- A full bladder may help, especially in early pregnancy.
- In early pregnancy, start your d. Fetal