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Non-stress tests start tomorrow...

gerbiesgerbies member
in October 2015 Moms
Tomorrow, I start twice weekly non-stress tests because I am high risk (prior preterm labor, polyhydraminos (extra amniotic fluid), and maternal age over 35. Has anyone had these before? Anything you can share!
Me: 39
DH: 39

TTC: #3 - first cycle TTC - 10/2014
Preg #1 - PTL @ 23.5 weeks - angel in heaven (Addison Margaret)
Preg #2 - PTL @ 30.1 weeks - Kellen born @ 3 lbs. 5 oz in Jan 2010 - My Pride and Joy
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Re: Non-stress tests start tomorrow...

  • mommamikosmommamikos member
    I had them the last three weeks with my first pregnancy because they detected an irregular heartbeat.
    They're simple. Sit down, strap on the monitor let it run for 20ish minutes. If he wasn't moving enough they'd give me juice and that did the trick.
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  • chris&haleychris&haley member
    I'm an NST expert now due to a little pre term labor! They're super easy, especially if you only have 1 baby to monitor (I have 2, makes it a little more uncomfortable). They just put a little monitor and strap on you and you lay down for a bit. They'll move you around if they're not getting a fast heartbeat but that's all. Pretty easy stuff.
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  • megsie3102megsie3102 member
    I had one when they were worried about an impact I had to my belly. I was monitored about 3 hours, there were two straps, one monitored baby's heartbeat, the other monitored contractions and they had me push a button every time baby moved. It's easy but bring something to read!
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  • Sweet Sadie MaeSweet Sadie Mae member
    I had to do a round of these for a bit. I actually loved going in for them. I got to relax with my feet up in an armchair, listen to baby's heart for 20-30 mins and just press a button when I felt him move. I found it relaxing. Everything is "fine" now so I don't get to do them now. Good luck!
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  • LiveNLove44LiveNLove44 member
    PP mentioned what I was about to say. They are pretty relaxing as long as you aren't going in due to preterm labor! :) Bring a device and Bump or something (a good book is also a good recommendation!). Non-stress tests are pretty laid back!!
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  • Kbabs47Kbabs47 member
    Had my first one this past week and everything was simple and went well. I got to hang out and watch some "who wants to make a deal" haha quite the treat
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  • beanie1977beanie1977 member
    I had one when I fell last week but will have two a week for a few different risk factors starting in a couple weeks.

    I was in a relaxing dark room with a wonderful nurse! It was easy and I felt very comfortable.
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