We recommend having the scan between
the 24th and 32nd week of your pregnancy for
optimum results. However, we have been able
to get excellent images outside these weeks.
Yes, if you want us to. 3D ultrasound enables us to get a much
better chance to determine the sex, although we can't always guarantee how baby
will cooperate. I.E. Their position at the time of scanning. However, it is usually
no problem.
Yes, please book 2-3 weeks in advance as we get
booked up fairly quick.
The appointment should last for 30 minutes maybe for a bit longer if your baby’s face is hidden, we keep ultrasound exposure to a minimum, we adhere to BMUS guidelines for non diagnostic ultrasound.
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A good picture of baby's face is often obtained but not always. The baby's position, the amount of fluid, location of placenta, hands/cord around the face and maternal size can interfere with images of the face, these factors are unpredictable at the time of scanning despite using state of the art equipment and the best practice of the sonographer. If the baby’s face is completely hidden throughout the session, we will repeat your baby scan at no additional charge on another day.
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Empty your bladder one hour before your scan, then drink a sugary drink
like orange or blackcurrant, eat a small snack like a yogurt or piece of fruit,
or even a chocolate bar! The reason for this is that the sugar will get baby
moving for your 4D DVD.
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Please bring your hospital notes for our Sonographer to have a look through
and to understand a little more about your pregnancy. And, of course any family
members you wish to bring.
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Extensive studies over 30 years
have found that ultrasound has not been
shown to cause any harm to mother or baby.
We also work to strict guidelines, set
out by the British Medical Ultrasound Association.
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face2face believes that seeing
these amazing images of your baby will
really make you think about your pregnancy
habits and change them for the better.
Not only that, just seeing peoples faces
when you show them your pics and DVD is
priceless.
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We use only the top of the line 3D/4D Ultrasound machine available, the GE Voluson 730 Expert. Since it is made by GE, the leader in 3D Ultrasound and 4D Ultrasound technology, it allows for crisp and clear 3D images and 4D video. Our scanner had its power levels checked by GE to ensure we are working within BMUS guidelines.
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