A fetal heart monitor (also known as a fetal doppler or baby
heartbeat monitor) is an amazing device that allows expecting parents the ability to listen to their baby’s heartbeat while in the womb. Needless to say this technology was unavailable for previous generations of mothers and
grandmothers but now has become mainstream and available to everyone seeking to monitor their baby’s health as it develops.
The baby heart monitor is essentially a miniature ultrasound device that is able to pick up on the sound waves created by the prenatal heartbeat. Typically, most can detect the heartbeat at around 10 weeks. For best results, it is used in conjunction with ultrasound gel in order to get the clearest signals from the baby’s heart beat.
There are a couple of things to consider when purchasing or renting a fetal Doppler device.
1. What is your overall budget? Baby heart monitors can vary in terms of price and range, however, for most couples models such as the Angel Fetal Doppler will do a great job at a relatively inexpensive price.
2. Do you want to buy it outright or rent one? Both options are available on the market and sometimes it may make more sense to rent if you only need it for a few months. However, since there are inexpensive models available you could always buy it and then sell it used after your baby is born.
3. Many different models are available. Some even have the ability to record the sounds as mp3s so you can upload them onto the Internet. Others come with headphones or the ability for more than one person to listen at the same time.
These miracle devices can do wonders to ease fears and also allow parents to connect and bond with their unborn baby. A fetal heart monitor also makes a great gift for expecting parents who may be nervous about having their first child.
