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When Does a Baby Develop a Heartbeat?
The nine months of pregnancy seem endless for many expectant mothers. In reality, it is amazing how much a baby grows and changes during that time. In fact, many of those changes, including the development of a heartbeat, occur before the expectant mother even knows she is pregnant, according to MayoClinic.com.
How to Determine the Sex of Your Baby by the Heartbeat
One old wives’ tale states that you can tell whether you are having a boy or girl baby, based on the heart rate of the baby in utero. Medical studies have shown this to be incorrect, except in labor and birth, but by the time you get to that stage, it’s only a matter of hours before you find out the baby’s sex for real. Still, it’s fun to use the heart rate to guess your baby’s gender before you get your first glimpse at the real goods.
When Should You Hear a Heartbeat in the First Trimester of Pregnancy?
Similar to feeling you baby’s kicking movements, hearing his heartbeat can help reassure you that everything is going fine with your pregnancy. Normally heard during the first trimester of pregnancy, this amazing sound may help bring home the reality of impending parenthood. This experience also provides one of earliest, audible contacts you and your husband have with your growing child. Knowing when you might first hear your baby’s heartbeat allows you to prepare for this big moment and invite others to be present at this exciting, prenatal appointment.
Is Your Thyroid to Blame?
Did you know that having an abnormally high or low thyroid can cause you to miscarry and wreak havoc on your body? January is Thyroid Awareness Month? I thought talking about how vital our thyroid is to our body functions, including pregnancy, would be a great way to start the year off. One of the…
When Can a Baby Hear in the Womb ?
A baby develops the ability to hear sounds at about 18 weeks into the pregnancy, according to MayoClinic.com. The uterus, though snug and warm, is not soundproof. In fact, your baby can hear — and respond to — a wide range of sounds, from those your body makes to sounds outside your womb.