Going to your first ultrasound after a miscarriage can be a nerve-wracking experience. Whether it’s weeks or months later, walking back into the scan room can bring a lot of emotions, from fear and grief to hope and guarded excitement. If you’re reading this because you’re approaching your first ultrasound after miscarriage, know that you’re not alone and that there are communities and compassionate professionals who understand what this moment means.

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Your ultrasound scan is much more than just a check-up: it’s an experience that you get to share with your baby before they are born. Your very first scan is a particularly memorable and emotional experience because you’re seeing your child for the very first time. That’s the sort of moment you want to share with your nearest and dearest!

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There are many reasons why you may wish to book a growth scan at one point or another during your pregnancy. More...

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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When you book an ultrasound scan with First Encounters, you can be sure that you will receive a truly comprehensive service from our team of experienced sonographers, who will give you a unique and memorable experience to treasure for a lifetime. We realise that ultrasound scans can be a rather emotional process with lots of new information to take in, and so we provide each of our customers with a personalised foetal assessment report with all necessary information once the scan is complete.

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