Will I have an ultra sound at 8 weeks?

JPIsley2410 · December 2013

I'll be 8 weeks pregnant on Wednesday and I have my very first doctors appointment. Will I hear a heartbeat and get an ultra sound at 8 weeks? I'm pregnant with my first baby so I'm very new at this

jnnfrrose6 · December 2013

I had an ultrasound at 8 weeks and heard the heartbeat. That being said, not every doctor does one at that point. You can always call the office and ask about what to expect.

youreggoispreggo · December 2013

I've already had one appointment where they drew blood, talked about family history, and gave me a lot of information about Dos and Don'ts. My next appointment will be at almost 8 weeks and is an ultrasound, which the nurse said they schedule for anyone that has experienced cramping. Then I'll have my first OB appointment where I'll have a pap smear, breast exam, etc.

rachoochoo2 · December 2013

Depends on your doctor. It isn't standard protocol with mine and I probably will not get one until 20 weeks.

hminer4 · December 2013

I thought most docs will do one around 8w for dating purposes. That's been experience but, like everyone else already said, all docs are different.

jennp1979 · December 2013

I have my first US tomorrow ...I'll be 8 w3d

ACrashe · December 2013

Agree with PP's, it's dependent on your Dr. and circumstances. I'm consider 'moderate risk' or whatever they are calling it so my Dr. scheduled one.

As for hearing a heartbeat I've heard various responses on this - you may not, and if you don't it doesn't necessarily mean there is something wrong. Your Dr. will talk you through.

I'm saying this knowing that if I don't hear the heartbeat tomorrow I may freak out internally. I'll try to take my own advice....which always works.

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