subject: What to expect from your ultrasound scan [print this page] If you are having your first baby, then you may not be aware of the antenatal care that you will be provided with. One of the most exciting parts of your pregnancy will be when you have your ultrasound scan. An ultrasound scan is when you get to see your baby for the first time on a television screen. The person that is responsible for performing your pregnancy scan is known as a sonographer and these people are extremely qualified and will interpret the images that they see on the screen.
Everyone always looks forward to their ultrasound as this is the first time that you get to see what your baby looks like. However, the ultrasound scan is not only about allowing you to see your baby for the first time, but also about checking that your baby is healthy and growing as he or she should be. Some of the things that a pregnancy scan will look for are:
To see how many babies you may be carrying
To check your baby's heartbeat
Give an approximate date that you will be due
Check for any risks of Down syndrome
Check that all organs are functioning as they should be
To measure your baby's growth
When attending the hospital or fertility clinic for your ultrasound scan, you will need to drink plenty of water prior to your scan. This is so the uterus is pushed away from your pelvis, which will help give a clearer image of your baby. Gel will then be rubbed onto your tummy and device is moved across the gel to produce the images of your baby.
If you need any help or advice about what to expect at your ultrasound scan, then here at Innermost Secrets Ltd, we can offer you all the support and advice that you require.
