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Racing Heart - just nerves or something else?

beth82beth82
in 3rd Trimester

The past few days I've felt like my heart was racing.  We had a bit of a scare regarding our LO size but things are looking good.  So despite the fact that that is no longer a concern my heart is still racing. 

Is the baby pushing on something that could cause this to happen?  Any chance (fingers crossed) that this could be a sign of labor? 

Maybe just wishful thinking, but I just want to know if anyone else has experienced this feeling.

 Thanks!

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Re: Racing Heart - just nerves or something else?

  • jensnebjensneb
    You have a lot of extra blood flow which makes your heart beat faster. I'm being treated for tachycardia b/c mine has been in the 120-130 range but anything around 90-100 is normal for a pregnant woman. If you're concerned go to one of the drug store BP machine and you can get your pulse rate.
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  • pregali80pregali80 member
    As you get further along, your body works harder, and the heart rate goes up. My resting heart rate was 117 the other day. I'm still not used to it.
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  • coliecarryoncoliecarryon member
    i get this which seems like everyday..starts w/ lower abdomenal pressure..then heart races w/ my breath getting taken away...
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  • emcgrathemcgrath

    I would call your OB.  I'm sure that it is nothing but you may just want to check in to see what they say.  I was diagnosed with PVCs and SVT during this pregnancy so I can understand the annoyance of the rapid heart rate.  Good luck.   

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  • jennabee13jennabee13
    My heart feels like it's racing or pounding sometimes with my BH contrax. Not always, but sometimes. It usually subsides with the contraction.
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