Dopplers - any thoughts???

[lucy1manship]

This is wide open question.

I am 12 weeks pregnant and very very anxious all the time I am thinking of getting a doppler just to put my mind at rest every now and then. As you know you only get 2 scans during your pregnancy and the thought of 'wondering' how the baby is in between really stresses me out.

This is my second child and for the record the first was a walk in the park - I actually enjoyed being pregnant. This one is a living nightmare - I constantly feel worried, sick and tired.

Thank you

L

[andrea81]

It can be difficult for midwives to get a good trace of baby's heart if the beby is in a funny position. Sometimes it picks up mothers heart too!

I wouldn't suggest getting one as you might get yourself in a whole lot of worry if you can't find a heartbeat etc....

I was like you on my second, even though I would have thought things would be better! But when baby starts kicking, that'll be your reasurence!

Easy to say, but try to enjoy and not worry chick ;0)

[redcrx]

with my second i seemed to worry more.

I wouldnt get a doppler though as i know just how much i would panic if i couldnt find the heart beat for any reason.

yes you will get 2 scans but you should hear the babys heartbeat at every midwife appt so that should reassure you inbetween scan dats.

[lucy1manship]

Thank you both for your answers they both raise good points and on reflection I dont think I am going to bother.

Although super anxious I am going to hold out for a couple of weeks and hopefully once baby kicks I'll be reassured.

x

[redcrx]

bit of good news is that, as long as placenta isnt at front, you may feel 2nd baby a lot sooner than you did the first.

[andrea81]

Glad you feel better about things and I forgot to congatulate you ;0)))))

You must let us know when you've had your scan!
x x x x x

[enchanted]

i understand how you are feeling, i to am 12 weeks preg, and am anxious as hell, as i miscarry easily. but try to relax, and if you have any problem talk to you midwife she is there for support no matter how big or small the problem