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PREPARING THE SURFACE
In a sitting position or laying down, remove any clothing on your belly to be directly on the
skin.
1. You can use the Echö on dry skin or, for a better experience, you may use some
Ultrasound Transmission Gel or a personal lubricating gel which reduces the static
caused by moving the monitor around on the belly. Baby oil, coconut oil, virgin olive
oil or petroleum jelly (e.g. Vaseline) also work well.
NOTE: We do not recommend to use of colored gels or lotions. Caution: Be sure not to get gel into the area around the
On/Off/Volume knob as this could damage the Echö.
STARTING THE ECHÖ AND LISTENING TO BABY'S HEARTBEAT
1. Power On the Echö with the On/Off/Volume control
will turn on to indicate the Echö is on.
2. Hold the monitor to your heart first to test it. (Your heartbeat is easier to distinguish
compared to the baby's heartbeat). Refer to the Troubleshooting section if you are
not sure it is working.
3. After checking that the Echö is working properly,
hold it to your abdomen to listen to your baby's
heartbeat. The baby's heart sounds like a galloping
horse at approximately twice the maternal rate. A
wind-like sound will be heard from the placenta.
Between 8 to 16 gestational weeks it is possible to
hear your baby's heartbeat if conditions are optimal
but you may not be able to detect it that early on.
After the 16th gestational week you should have no
problem finding the heartbeat. As the baby grows,
the heartbeat becomes stronger and it will be easier
for you to detect it. Look at the gestational chart
below where you should be able to find your baby's
heartbeat as it grows each week.
NOTE: Keep in mind that each mother and baby is different so not being able to detect the heartbeat early is not a reason
for concern. If you are not able to detect the baby within 10 minutes, it is recommended to take a break and to try again
in the next few days. However, if you are concerned about any issues relating to your pregnancy you should contact your
healthcare provider for assistance.
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WEEKS
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40
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26
20
16
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