If you're searching for a private baby scan clinic near Newport, First Encounters Ultrasound is right on your doorstep.

Located just off junction 30 of the M4, our clinic is a mere 15-minute drive from Newport city centre, making us a convenient choice for expectant parents looking for an early pregnancy scan, gender confirmation or a 3D/4D bonding experiences.

The first ultrasound scan of your pregnancy is exciting, but it can also be a little nerve-racking. You may well be wondering what to expect from this experience and how much time you need to set aside for it.

To help ease your mind, let's talk about how long ultrasounds take and discuss the different factors that may affect the duration of your scan.

If you have an ultrasound scan coming up – whether it’s your very first pregnancy scan, a follow-up appointment or a 4D bonding scan – it is perfectly normal to feel a little nervous or anxious beforehand. In this blog, we will discuss some common questions about scan anxiety and share some great anxiety management techniques that you can use to help reduce nerves before your ultrasound appointment.

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!

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

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.