With our Early Reassurance Scan we provide a look at your new baby, estimate how many weeks pregnant you are and see your baby's heartbeat for the first time. This scan also includes confirmation of single or multiple pregnancy and is offered from 7 - 12 weeks.
Remember to come with a full bladder.
Included in the package is
- 15 minute appointment
- Approx. 5-10 minutes scan time
- View your baby in 2D imaging
- Confirmation of gestation
- See baby's heartbeat
- 1x Scan photo
Optional Extras such as additional photographs and videos are available to purchase on the day
With our Early Reassurance Scan package, we provide a chance for you to look at your new baby and see their heartbeat. We can advise you how many weeks pregnant you are and confirm whether you have a single or multiple pregnancy. This is offered from 7 - 12 weeks.
Remember to come with a full bladder.
Included in the package is
- 15 minute appointment
- Approx. 5-10 minutes scan time
- View your baby in 2D imaging
- Confirmation of gestation
- See baby's heartbeat
- 2x Scan photo
- 2x Keyring containing photos
Optional Extras such as additional photographs and videos are available to purchase on the day
An early pregnancy scan, also known as a dating scan or first trimester ultrasound, is a crucial tool used to assess the health and development of an early-stage pregnancy.
It is typically performed with between the 7th and 12th week of pregnancy (we are sometimes able to detect a pregnancy as early as 6 weeks gestation, however, from 7 weeks is recommended), offering expectant parents’ valuable insights into the baby's growth, and due date.
Conducted by a ultrasound technician, the scan uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the developing fetus.
The process is safe, non-invasive, and offers accurate results that can help identify potential issues and ensure a healthy pregnancy.
Early reassurance pregnancy scans are typically performed between the 7th and 12th week of pregnancy. It is often scheduled after a positive pregnancy test and a missed period, to confirm the pregnancy and evaluate the baby's development.
The scan is carried out using a specialized ultrasound device. The ultrasound technician will apply a water-based gel on the mother's abdomen and move a handheld probe, called a transducer, across the area.
This probe emits high-frequency sound waves that penetrate the body, bounce back, and create images of the developing fetus on a screen.
· Confirmation of pregnancy
· Estimation of the baby's due date based on the measurements taken during the scan.
· Detection of multiple pregnancies (twins, triplets, etc.).
· Identification of potential issues or abnormalities that may require further monitoring or intervention.
An early reassurance pregnancy scan is considered safe and non-invasive for both the mother and the developing fetus. Ultrasound technology has been used in pregnancy for decades and poses minimal to no risks.
However, as with any scan, it is essential to consult with your healthcare provider to discuss your specific situation and address any concerns.
The early reassurance pregnancy scan is generally accurate in determining the due date, especially when performed between 8 and 12 weeks of pregnancy.
The measurements taken during this period are more reliable than those taken later in pregnancy.
However, it is essential to understand that the due date is an estimate and may change as the pregnancy progresses.
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