Is there anything I can do to make sure or try to make sure my baby is moving around ?? I would really like to see the gender and the baby moving around.
2007-01-09 09:30:03 · 10 answers · asked by Bunk 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I am 18 weeks and 2 days
2007-01-09 09:36:08 · update #1
I went for my 20 week scan and they couldn't tell what we were having because of this very reason. The Dr. couldn't even get all the pictures they needed of the baby. I go back on Jan. 17th for my 2nd scan. I was told by an ultrasound tech and close friend to drink a mountain dew and eat a small candy bar. The caffeine and sugar should make the baby more active. Hope this helps. I'm going to try it at my next ultrasound. Good luck.
2007-01-09 09:48:38 · answer #1 · answered by ewbms 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i was in the same boat about 4 weeks ago! there is no 100% guarantee that the baby willl be in a position where the gender can be determined. medically speaking, the best thing you can do is drink plenty of fluids starting an hour before your appointment. this wil fill your bladder so it will push against the womb. this will cause the baby to 'fuss' and move around to get more comfortable. you will probably be very uncomfortable as they begin your ultrasound, but once they (hopefully!) determine the sex, quick take a potty break. once you return your baby will be moving round even more to get all cozy again. i believe this is a much better alternative then pumping sugar into your body. good luck!!!!
2007-01-09 17:46:25 · answer #2 · answered by Amber 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat something sweet 1/2 an hour before you go. That will make the baby active and move around.
2007-01-09 17:35:21 · answer #3 · answered by Pdoodles 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
drink orange juice i had my scan yesterday and i drank the 32 oz of water and a half a glass of orange juice in the waiting room my baby was moving all around it was funny because i still cant feel the baby move im 19 weeks and i could see him on the screen moving all over his hand at my belly button he was doing summersaults and its a boy they got a great shot in between the legs i was hoping for a girl but its a boy im still happy i have one boy already so now ill have two ill be happy with a healthy baby boy good luck
2007-01-09 18:39:25 · answer #4 · answered by melissa03835 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the 3d ultrasound done when i was pregnant and they told me to have a coffe or tim hortons ice cap b4 i came in.Well....i did just that and the little rotter would not sit still long enough for them to take a good look.I did find out at the end of the ultra sound but just be aware your little one may give you real show!!Have fun!!
2007-01-09 17:37:44 · answer #5 · answered by Baby Pearce 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where I go they give me my own monitor so I can see :) its really neat. I'm sure they will let you see it too. They don't usually try to hide it from you. Some places will tell you if its a boy or girl. Unfortunatly they don't tell me :( I also heard that if they don' tell you, the put an M or an F in the top right corner. Best of luck
2007-01-09 17:35:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eitehr eat something ssweet about 1/2 an hour before or a very cold drink. That gets them moving
2007-01-09 18:33:18 · answer #7 · answered by mommy_2_liam 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat something sweet about 45 min to 1 hour before you go.this will help give your baby some extra kick!
2007-01-09 17:34:34 · answer #8 · answered by brandrificus 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need sweets and something ice cold to drink. They always tell me to drink a fountain sierra mist or 7up or a iced orange juice. Good Luck.
2007-01-09 17:37:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
nope sorry. how far along are you. i was lucky my baby was always awake at my scans good luck and congrats
2007-01-09 17:34:52 · answer #10 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋