Anonymous wrote:OP here. I'm debating whether I should even get one. I'm 16 weeks and hopefully will start feeling the baby move consistently soon. I was just hoping to maybe bridge the gap between doctor visits. I have a 5 week gap between appts and that seems like a lifetime.
Like a PP said above, you shouldn't rely on these for peace of mind. Even if baby has a detectable heartbeat, something else could be wrong. But if you rely on the Doppler, you will think all is ok and won't go in.
At your gestation, I wouldn't get one. It is always better to go in than not.