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Ultrasound & Pregnancy News

Welcome to the First Encounters Ultrasound blog! Scroll down to view our latest posts – and be sure to check back regularly for new announcements, pregnancy advice, and helpful information about our 2D and 3D/4D ultrasound scans.

family ultrasound

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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When will I feel my baby kick?

Your baby's first kicks are among the most magical parts of the pregnancy journey. But when can you expect to feel those tiny flutters for the first time?

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growth scan

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

We are thrilled to announce that the First Encounters clinic in Cardiff has upgraded to the Voluson Signature 18 ultrasound system!

Voluson Signature 18

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Ultrasound pregnancy scan

Ultrasound scans use sound waves to create a picture of your baby in the womb, but what else can they reveal?

In this blog post, we’ll go over the different things that an ultrasound scan can tell you about your pregnancy and discuss why ultrasound scans are such an essential part of prenatal care.

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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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