Boy -Giancarlo Nicola (Nicola) after my brother in law
Girl- Bianca Nicola or Nicolette
of course it will depend if it is a boy or girl :)
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Fetal dopplers
A fetal heart will begin to beat at around 5-6 weeks' gestation. Although an ultrasound machine will be able to detect this by about 6 weeks, a fetal Doppler cannot detect a heartbeat until closer to 8-10 weeks. An ultrasound machine uses very powerful probes (5-10 Mhz) at a much higher output level (up to 720 Mw/cm2) whereas a fetal Doppler only uses a 2-3 Mhz probe at a much lower level of less than 20 mw/cm2. For this reason, fetal Dopplers are unable to detect a heartbeat before 8 weeks and usually not before 10-12 weeks. Dont be misled. If someone says she heard her baby's heartbeat at 6 weeks, she is probably referring to an ultrasound scan not a fetal monitor.
Type of baby Doppler being used: Be sure that your Doppler is in fact a 'fetal Doppler' and not a prenatal listener. Some of the products available do not utilize the same technology as a fetal Doppler and cannot detect a fetal heartbeat until after 30 weeks. Also, different types of fetal Dopplers vary with regards to sensitivity and durability. Not all fetal Dopplers are created equally.
The size and shape of the mother: Taller women and women who are overweight may have a more difficult time hearing the heartbeat in the early weeks. However, by 12-14 weeks, a Doppler should be able to pick up a heartbeat in women of all shapes and sizes
Required Tools:
Fetal Doppler
Ultrasound gel
Patience (especially if you are less than 10 weeks)
When to Monitor Baby’s Heartbeat
You can begin to monitor your baby’s heartbeat anytime after the 10th week of pregnancy. However, it may be difficult for you to hear the beat before the 12th week. You can continue listening to your baby’s heartbeat right up until your due date.
Quick Tips:
Have a full bladder.
Use lots of gel.
Start low and move SLOW.
Fetal heart rates
Starting at week 5 the fetal heart rate accelerates by 3.3 bpm per day for the next month.
The fetal heart begins to beat at approximately the same rate as the mother's, which is typically 80 to 85 bpm. The approximate fetal heart rate for weeks 5 to 9 (assuming a starting rate of 80):
Week 5 starts at 80 and ends at 103 bpm
Week 6 starts at 103 and ends at 126 bpm
Week 7 starts at 126 and ends at 149 bpm
Week 8 starts at 149 and ends at 172 bpm
At week 9 the fetal heartbeat tends to beat within a range of 155 to 195 bpm.
At this point, the fetal heart rate begins to decrease, and generally falls within the range of 120 to 160 bpm by week 12.[2]
Type of baby Doppler being used: Be sure that your Doppler is in fact a 'fetal Doppler' and not a prenatal listener. Some of the products available do not utilize the same technology as a fetal Doppler and cannot detect a fetal heartbeat until after 30 weeks. Also, different types of fetal Dopplers vary with regards to sensitivity and durability. Not all fetal Dopplers are created equally.
The size and shape of the mother: Taller women and women who are overweight may have a more difficult time hearing the heartbeat in the early weeks. However, by 12-14 weeks, a Doppler should be able to pick up a heartbeat in women of all shapes and sizes
Required Tools:
Fetal Doppler
Ultrasound gel
Patience (especially if you are less than 10 weeks)
When to Monitor Baby’s Heartbeat
You can begin to monitor your baby’s heartbeat anytime after the 10th week of pregnancy. However, it may be difficult for you to hear the beat before the 12th week. You can continue listening to your baby’s heartbeat right up until your due date.
Quick Tips:
Have a full bladder.
Use lots of gel.
Start low and move SLOW.
Fetal heart rates
Starting at week 5 the fetal heart rate accelerates by 3.3 bpm per day for the next month.
The fetal heart begins to beat at approximately the same rate as the mother's, which is typically 80 to 85 bpm. The approximate fetal heart rate for weeks 5 to 9 (assuming a starting rate of 80):
Week 5 starts at 80 and ends at 103 bpm
Week 6 starts at 103 and ends at 126 bpm
Week 7 starts at 126 and ends at 149 bpm
Week 8 starts at 149 and ends at 172 bpm
At week 9 the fetal heartbeat tends to beat within a range of 155 to 195 bpm.
At this point, the fetal heart rate begins to decrease, and generally falls within the range of 120 to 160 bpm by week 12.[2]
Special Pregnancy Program
Yes! I received the information I am back with the special pregnancy program (Toronto ) as with my son .
My first appointment is November 17th at 1 pm .Looking forward to it !
My first appointment is November 17th at 1 pm .Looking forward to it !
Sunday, October 16, 2011
dpo 20 HCG
HCG Calculator and hCG Level Tool
First hCG Level: *Days Past Ovulation(DPO):
Second hCG Level: *Hours Between Tests:
| Total hCG Difference: | 40489 mlU/ml (959.5%) |
| hCG Doubling Every: | 2 days 22.48 hours (70.48 Hours) |
| 2-Day Increase: | 6766 mlU/ml (60.3%) (normal) |
20 dpo - october 6th 4220
30 dpo- october 16th 44709
DR Q-fertility ties :The doubling rule doesn't hold true after hCG >5,000
DR Q-fertility ties :The doubling rule doesn't hold true after hCG >5,000
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
First ultrasound
Night before notes:
Well I have my first ultrasound tomorrow .Which is October 13th,2011. On the 14th I would actually reach 6 weeks .I am so excited about it.I wonder what type of lab tech I will have? Some let you see the monitor others hide the monitor from you.I have had so much experience with ultrasounds that I am pretty good at visual reading them . I am nervous but I will keep this post updated
10/13/2011
Sigh of relief!!! I saw the HEARTBEAT !
I was scared as too much knowledge can be a bad thing and I was reading too many forums last night.
I did not get an ultrasound picture :( like Mount Sinai gave me when my little 3 year old was at the same stage back then but still I got the reassurance I needed for now :)
I called the doctor's office and left a message so that I would know when I make my next appointment for .
Next appointment is October 24th ,2011 at 11 am
Well I have my first ultrasound tomorrow .Which is October 13th,2011. On the 14th I would actually reach 6 weeks .I am so excited about it.I wonder what type of lab tech I will have? Some let you see the monitor others hide the monitor from you.I have had so much experience with ultrasounds that I am pretty good at visual reading them . I am nervous but I will keep this post updated
10/13/2011
Sigh of relief!!! I saw the HEARTBEAT !
I was scared as too much knowledge can be a bad thing and I was reading too many forums last night.
I did not get an ultrasound picture :( like Mount Sinai gave me when my little 3 year old was at the same stage back then but still I got the reassurance I needed for now :)
I called the doctor's office and left a message so that I would know when I make my next appointment for .
Next appointment is October 24th ,2011 at 11 am
Sunday, October 9, 2011
my progesterone schedule
up to week 13 -200 mg at night and during the day 100
week 14- 200 mg every night
week 16- 100 mg every night
Quote from a website by a user of progesterone below:
5 sustain pregnancy- 1st trimester severe nausea, some vomiting, and very dizzy I lost my first baby at 5 and 1/2 weeks pregnant. God sent me an amazing doctor that knew right away what the problem was. I had low progestion levels. I became pregnant 2 months later and right away my doctor put me on prometrium. I am 12 weeks pregnant today and get to stop taking the medicine! The baby is healthy and doing great. Between the amazing God I worship and the very smart doctor God gave me, I am now very hopeful for the future of my baby that I will get to hold in 6 months! Don't give up on this medicine. It my make you feel horrible but just keep in mind the prize at the end! Praise God! F 20 12 weeks200 MG 2X D 12/2/2010
week 14- 200 mg every night
week 16- 100 mg every night
Quote from a website by a user of progesterone below:
5 sustain pregnancy- 1st trimester severe nausea, some vomiting, and very dizzy I lost my first baby at 5 and 1/2 weeks pregnant. God sent me an amazing doctor that knew right away what the problem was. I had low progestion levels. I became pregnant 2 months later and right away my doctor put me on prometrium. I am 12 weeks pregnant today and get to stop taking the medicine! The baby is healthy and doing great. Between the amazing God I worship and the very smart doctor God gave me, I am now very hopeful for the future of my baby that I will get to hold in 6 months! Don't give up on this medicine. It my make you feel horrible but just keep in mind the prize at the end! Praise God! F 20 12 weeks200 MG 2X D 12/2/2010
Saturday, October 8, 2011
The Role of Progesterone
Qoute from "Pregnancy and natural progesterone"
At ovulation, the production of progesterone rapidly rises from 2-3mg per day to an average of 22mg per day, peaking as high as 30mg per day a week or so after ovulation.
After ten or twelve days, if fertilisation does not occur, ovarian production of progesterone falls significantly. It is this sudden decline in progesterone levels (as well as estrogen levels) that triggers a period (menstruation), and another menstrual cycle will begin.
If pregnancy occurs, progesterone production increases and the shedding of the lining of the uterus is prevented, preserving the developing embryo. As pregnancy progresses, progesterone production is taken over by the placenta and its secretion increases gradually to levels of 300-400mg per day during the third trimester
During pregnancy, rising progesterone levels prevent the premature shedding of the uterine lining (pro-gestation). If progesterone levels drop due to inadequate progesterone production, then a premature delivery could result, or bring about a miscarriage in the early trimesters.
Progesterone also influences the development of the breasts during pregnancy in preparation for producing milk after the birth. It has an impact on ligaments and muscles throughout the body as well, essentially to allow the suppleness and expansion necessary for giving birth. This also accounts for some of the problems which may be experienced during pregnancy – backache, constipation, and low-blood-pressure, for example.
Although the data are not entirely clear, it appears that progesterone may also have an effect on transport time of the ovum in the fallopian tube, and it may make the ovum more susceptible to sperm penetration.
Dr. Pritchett and many of the other Moscati Health Center doctors studied extended progesterone use under Dr. Thomas Hilgers of Omaha at the Pope Paul the Sixth Institute.
This Nebraska doctor is the world leader in the study, one reason people come from all over the globe to learn from him. Thirteen years ago, Hilgers used a new technique to help a Hastings woman carry her pregnancy to full term. Today, that mother has four healthy teenage girls including triplets and the doctor is the world leader in using the hormone progesterone.
He explains most doctors only prescribe progesterone for problem pregnancies like Horton’s into the first trimester. Hilgers said, though, he has found for many women who miscarry, their progesterone levels are low, so he continues to prescribe the hormone into the second and third trimester. He said it can have dramatic effects.
Although other doctors say extended use of the hormone does not help at all and there is not enough research to support the practice, Dr. Pritchett said success stories are repeated again and again at the center with this treatment.
"It’s been withheld actually probably for too long and we really need to use it. I call progesterone the great, undiscovered, American hormone," Hilgers said.
At ovulation, the production of progesterone rapidly rises from 2-3mg per day to an average of 22mg per day, peaking as high as 30mg per day a week or so after ovulation.
After ten or twelve days, if fertilisation does not occur, ovarian production of progesterone falls significantly. It is this sudden decline in progesterone levels (as well as estrogen levels) that triggers a period (menstruation), and another menstrual cycle will begin.
If pregnancy occurs, progesterone production increases and the shedding of the lining of the uterus is prevented, preserving the developing embryo. As pregnancy progresses, progesterone production is taken over by the placenta and its secretion increases gradually to levels of 300-400mg per day during the third trimester
During pregnancy, rising progesterone levels prevent the premature shedding of the uterine lining (pro-gestation). If progesterone levels drop due to inadequate progesterone production, then a premature delivery could result, or bring about a miscarriage in the early trimesters.
Progesterone also influences the development of the breasts during pregnancy in preparation for producing milk after the birth. It has an impact on ligaments and muscles throughout the body as well, essentially to allow the suppleness and expansion necessary for giving birth. This also accounts for some of the problems which may be experienced during pregnancy – backache, constipation, and low-blood-pressure, for example.
Although the data are not entirely clear, it appears that progesterone may also have an effect on transport time of the ovum in the fallopian tube, and it may make the ovum more susceptible to sperm penetration.
Dr. Pritchett and many of the other Moscati Health Center doctors studied extended progesterone use under Dr. Thomas Hilgers of Omaha at the Pope Paul the Sixth Institute.
This Nebraska doctor is the world leader in the study, one reason people come from all over the globe to learn from him. Thirteen years ago, Hilgers used a new technique to help a Hastings woman carry her pregnancy to full term. Today, that mother has four healthy teenage girls including triplets and the doctor is the world leader in using the hormone progesterone.
He explains most doctors only prescribe progesterone for problem pregnancies like Horton’s into the first trimester. Hilgers said, though, he has found for many women who miscarry, their progesterone levels are low, so he continues to prescribe the hormone into the second and third trimester. He said it can have dramatic effects.
Although other doctors say extended use of the hormone does not help at all and there is not enough research to support the practice, Dr. Pritchett said success stories are repeated again and again at the center with this treatment.
"It’s been withheld actually probably for too long and we really need to use it. I call progesterone the great, undiscovered, American hormone," Hilgers said.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Update - October 7th ,2011
Yesterdays's beta/hcg blood work on October 6th (20 DPO ) at 8.20 am was 4220 !!!
Thursday,October 13th at 10 am is my first ultrasound (obstetrical)
| Total hCG Difference: | 2142 mlU/ml (103.1%) |
| hCG Doubling Every: | 1 days 22.96 hours (46.96 Hours) |
| 2-Day Increase: | 4220 mlU/ml (103.1%) (normal) |
Thursday,October 13th at 10 am is my first ultrasound (obstetrical)
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Tuesday ,october 4 th ,2011 blood update
I found out today my blood results on Tuesday,October 4th ( 18dpo ) was 2078.
the one before was 12 dpo at 198, on Wednesday ,September 28th ,2011
I have to call the Doctor's office on Friday , October 7th ,2011 to find out today results at 10 am and book the 9 week obstetrical ultrasound
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the one before was 12 dpo at 198, on Wednesday ,September 28th ,2011
| Total hCG Difference: | 1880 mlU/ml (949.5%) |
| hCG Doubling Every: | 1 days 18.46 hours (42.46 Hours) |
| 2-Day Increase: | 434 mlU/ml (119.2%) (normal) |
I have to call the Doctor's office on Friday , October 7th ,2011 to find out today results at 10 am and book the 9 week obstetrical ultrasound
Thanks for answering !! I have been on pins and needles with butterflies in my stomach on these numbers
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Monday, October 3, 2011
October 3rd , 2011 clear blue easy
Well I am about 17 days past ovulation /conception and my clear blue monitor now says I am 3+ weeks :)
I will be getting the actual beta number by Wednesday as I take another Blood work tomorrow .
On the clear blue pamphlet is says when their monitor shows 3+ you doctor will date your pregnancy as 5+ weeks .Keeping fingers cross ,as so far looking good.
I will be getting the actual beta number by Wednesday as I take another Blood work tomorrow .
On the clear blue pamphlet is says when their monitor shows 3+ you doctor will date your pregnancy as 5+ weeks .Keeping fingers cross ,as so far looking good.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Talking HCG again
In most normal pregnancies at hCG levels below 1,200 mIU/ml the hCG usually doubles every 48-72 hours and it normally increases by at least 60% every two days.
In many early pregnancies, the hCG level will double every 31 to 72
hours. As the pregnancy progresses, hCG levels rise and the doubling
time increases.
In general, after 6-7 weeks of the pregnancy the best indication of a healthy pregnancy is a good fetal heartbeat. Blood hCG levels are not very helpful to test for the viability of the pregnancy if the hCG level is well over 6,000 and/or after 6-7 weeks of the pregnancy. Instead, to test the health of the pregnancy bette at that timer, a sonogram should be done to confirm the presence of a fetal heart beat. Once a fetal heart beat is seen, it is not recommended to check the pregnancy viability with hCG levels.
NORMAL HCG DOUBLING TIMESHCG Levsl DOUBLING TIME EXPECTED
Under 1,200 mIU/ml Between 30 and 72 Hours
1200-6000 mIU/ml Between 72 and 96 Hours
Over 6,000 mIU/ml Over 96 Hours
A normal hCG rise over several days prior to 6 weeks of the pregnancy usually indicates a viable pregnancy. In general, the best indication of a healthy pregnancy other than a normal rise of hCG is a good fetal heartbeat after 6-7 weeks.
In many early pregnancies, the hCG level will double every 31 to 72
hours. As the pregnancy progresses, hCG levels rise and the doubling
time increases.
In general, after 6-7 weeks of the pregnancy the best indication of a healthy pregnancy is a good fetal heartbeat. Blood hCG levels are not very helpful to test for the viability of the pregnancy if the hCG level is well over 6,000 and/or after 6-7 weeks of the pregnancy. Instead, to test the health of the pregnancy bette at that timer, a sonogram should be done to confirm the presence of a fetal heart beat. Once a fetal heart beat is seen, it is not recommended to check the pregnancy viability with hCG levels.
NORMAL HCG DOUBLING TIMESHCG Levsl DOUBLING TIME EXPECTED
Under 1,200 mIU/ml Between 30 and 72 Hours
1200-6000 mIU/ml Between 72 and 96 Hours
Over 6,000 mIU/ml Over 96 Hours
A normal hCG rise over several days prior to 6 weeks of the pregnancy usually indicates a viable pregnancy. In general, the best indication of a healthy pregnancy other than a normal rise of hCG is a good fetal heartbeat after 6-7 weeks.
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