[header] How to get a baby to move for an ultrasound [title] Drink apple or orange juice about 30 minutes before your appointment. [step] The juices typically don't take too long to absorb into your bloodstream. The sugar in the juices tends to wake up your baby while in utero.
[header] How to get a baby to move for an ultrasound [title] Drink apple or orange juice about 30 minutes before your appointment. [step] The juices typically don't take too long to absorb into your bloodstream. The sugar in the juices tends to wake up your baby while in utero.
Of course, you'll have to drink a lot because pregnant women will drink juice all the time. If you're feeling hungry, have a small snack about 30 minutes before the appointment. [substeps] Also, if you didn't give up caffeine after finding out you're pregnant, you can opt for a cup of coffee or can of soda. The caffeine enters your bloodstream and might stimulate your baby to move around. [substeps] When in utero, the sugar dissolves if you let it sit in the stomach for more than five minutes. Contact your doctor or nutritionist about replacement accordingly. You should still drink 64 oz (592 ml) of fruit juice before this appointment, as this will help sugar build up. [substeps] The juice can be sweet or tart depending on the type of baby you have.