Patient's question:
I am 31 weeks pregnant, and the baby's heartbeat has always been faster than usual. At 16 weeks, I even had to stay in the hospital because of it (it was 174 beats per minute during a routine prenatal check-up). Now, it's at least 148 beats per minute. I want to ask if this is normal? What is the normal fetal heart rate at 31 weeks? Additional question: But sometimes, especially at night, the fetal heart rate can reach over 160 beats per minute. Is this also normal?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the fetal heart rate of your child at this gestational age is not fixed. Generally, it is better to be between 120-160 beats per minute. You can wait and see. Rest and increase your nutrition. You can have a fetal heart monitoring test. Generally, doctors recommend that women with risk signs during prenatal care maintain personal hygiene and avoid sexual activity. Additionally, patients should also pay attention to a comfortable environment, which is beneficial for rest. Wishing the patient a healthy delivery.