At what point in pregnancy is the "Heartbeat" typically first detected by Doppler?

The first detection of fetal heartbeat using a Doppler ultrasound typically occurs around 10 to 12 weeks of gestation. This timeframe aligns with the development of the fetal heart, as it becomes strong enough to be detected by Doppler technology during this phase.

During the early weeks of pregnancy, specifically before 10 weeks, the fetal heart is still in the initial stages of development, making it challenging to pick up the heartbeat reliably with Doppler. Factors such as maternal body habitus and the position of the fetus can also influence detection as the pregnancy progresses. Therefore, while some sources may mention the possibility of detecting a heartbeat as early as 6 to 8 weeks, the more reliable detection with Doppler is consistently achieved at the 10 to 12-week mark.