There are many reasons why you may wish to book a growth scan at one point or another during your pregnancy. Growth scans can offer reassurance that your baby is developing as expected – and satisfy your curiosity about how big he or she is getting!
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If you've had a baby scan before, whether with the NHS or at a private ultrasound clinic like First Encounters, you were probably advised you to arrive with a full bladder – but why? Ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique, so why do you need to have a full bladder?
In this blog, we will explore how a full bladder helps sonographers to get a clear picture of your baby.
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Hearing your baby’s heartbeat for the first time is a much-anticipated pregnancy milestone. It’s a magic moment, and for expectant parents who are concerned about their baby’s wellbeing, it can also provide very welcome reassurance.
So how long exactly do you have to wait for an audible heartbeat? Keep reading to find out when and how you can hear your baby’s heartbeat for the first time…
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There are several different pregnancy scan types available at different points during your pregnancy, including:
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For a high-quality pregnancy scan experience, your sonographer needs to be properly trained and registered.
A sonographer is a medical professional who uses ultrasound imaging equipment to scan and capture images of different parts of the body. For example, during pregnancy, a sonographer can perform an ultrasound scan on the mother’s tummy to check on her baby’s development.
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If you want to have an early ultrasound scan, we recommend scheduling it no earlier than 7 weeks into your pregnancy.
Early pregnancy can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, and the wait for that first NHS scan (typically offered at 11 to 14 weeks) can seem like an eternity when you’re eager for more information about your little one.
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