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9 wks pregnant. on fetal doppler at 8w5d heartbeat was 190. today fhr was 180 bpm. is this ok for it to drop so much?

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Dr. Tracey Leaver-Williams answered

Normal change: it is absolutely normal for there to be variation in the heart rate as well as a gradual decrease as the fetus matures! Congrats and try not to over think it!

Answered 6/28/2016

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A member asked:

9 wks pregnant. on fetal doppler at 8w5d heartbeat was 190. today fhr was 180 bpm. is this ok for it to drop so much?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tracey Leaver-Williams answered

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