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What Heart Rate Should We See in Early Pregnancy?

One of the most exciting moments in early pregnancy is seeing that tiny flicker on an ultrasound! But it’s important to remember that fetal heart rate changes quickly during the first few weeks, so there isn’t one specific number we need to see at every appointment. According to BabyCenter, the approximate fetal heart rate increases rapidly during weeks 5–9: 5 weeks: ❤️80–103 bpm6 weeks: 🧡103–126 bpm7 weeks: 💛126–149 bpm8 weeks: 💚149–172 bpm9 weeks: 💙155–195 bpm…

Thinking About Becoming an Egg Donor?

Here’s What the Guidelines Say While egg donation can be an incredibly meaningful way to help someone build their family, becoming a donor involves much more than filling out an application. There are medical, genetic, psychological, and ethical considerations designed to protect you, the intended parents, and any future donor-conceived children. Two organizations that help guide best practices in third-party reproduction are the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and the Society for Ethics in…