I had to go every week after 32 weeks with my last pregnancy. I was asked to sit on a lounge chair with some monitors strapped to my belly. The doctor set the timer for 20 to 30 minutes; can’t quite remember. There’s a little machine that prints something that looks like those polygraphs tests on tv. The doctor will do a quick analysis of the results. If you need more monitoring, they will ask to see you more often. Not necessarily bad, just a precaution.
@kloe818 you get two bands wrapped around your belly, one to track baby’s heart rate and one to monitor contractions. They give you a little clicker to click every time you feel baby move. A doctor looks at everything ten sends you on your way. They’re pretty boring!!
Ok that was way simple... And helpful hint: don't drink apple cider beforehand. Baby's heart rate was 190 to start but was down to normal range after about 45 minutes. They almost started the induction talk but when I mentioned the cider they chuckled and told me not to do that again. Lesson learned. Will go back Friday with plain water and just a protein breakfast.
I have been going by 2 cups a day. If I go to Starbucks I get the smallest size... but I still feel guilty 🤦♀️ but being pregnant older... I don't think I'd survive without coffee lol
I'm a daily coffee drinker normally, but with chasing around a 13 month old and being 8 months pregnant there's no way I'd make it without some caffeine lol
I love my morning coffee... Been decaf for a couple years now. Occasionally I'll do caffeine, but it makes me so wired now it's almost not worth it to me. *Disclaimer: FTM only dealing with husband and 4 cats at the moment.
I tried decaf during my first pregnancy because I wanted to do everything "right" lol. I couldn't stand the taste difference so I went back to regular. I even have the occasional energy drink when not pregnant. It's a guilty indulgence 😅
Re: Fetal Non-stress Test?
*Disclaimer: FTM only dealing with husband and 4 cats at the moment.