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What Scans do we Offer?
We provide early pregnancy scans from 7 weeks, Gender scans from 16 weeks and 4d scans from 25 weeks.
We also offer reassurance and bonding scans throughout your pregnancy.
When is the best time to have a 4d scan?
For the best results we advise at having your scan done between 25 and 32 weeks, although scans outside of this range can still give fantastic results. If you have an anterior placenta we would suggest that you come between 25 and 29 weeks.
What is the difference between 3D, 4D and HD Live?
A 2D ultrasound is the standard procedure used during obstetric ultrasound. It is used to produce 2 dimensional images of what is happening inside the mothers and baby's body. The ultrasound used to make the 4D/HD-Live images is the same as that used in the 2D black and white images you see in the hospital. We use a special probe, and the machines software processes the images differently to make a 4D image. 4D is simply a moving 3D image, the live scan that you see on the screen is called 4D, and the still images we print out are 3D. HD is another version of 4D providing clearer pictures. Again it is simply a moving 3D image.
How old do I need to be to have a scan?
Cherished Moments only offers scans to expectant mothers that are over the age of 18. We will ask for your date of birth when you are completing your client information form on arrival, we may need proof of age should staff have any element of doubt or queries around this. On some occasions we will ask at the time of booking.
Unfortunately we will not be able to provide a scan should you be under 18.
What Factors can affect my scan?
The quality of the images can be affected by a few different factors. The position that baby is in at the time of the scan can affect the images we can obtain. If baby isn’t in the right position we will ask you to move around to try to get baby to move position. Your placenta can also affect the scan if your baby’s face is touching it, once again we would ask you to move around to try to get baby to move if this is the case. BMI of Mummy can also affect the images that we can obtain, this is because ultrasound uses sound waves that have to travel through the tissue, the higher the amount of tissue the further they have to travel, therefore the less clear the image will be.
Do I need a full bladder?
If you are coming for an Early Scan and you are under 15 weeks, then yes, you will need a full bladder. If you are attending the clinic for a Gender scan or a 4D scan, then you do NOT need a full bladder.
Can you scan twins/triplets?
Yes. However, twins/triplets can get quite cosy in your womb and cuddle up to each other, so if you are considering a 3D/4D scan, the best time would be between 22 and 26 weeks gestation. Twin/triplet gender scans can be done from 16 weeks. There is a £20 twin supplement which is added on to the scan package.
What should I bring with me?
On the day of the scan you do not need to bring anything with you. If you are coming for an Early Pregnancy Scan, all you will need is a full bladder. We do not need to see any hospital notes.
Can children attend the scan?
Yes, your children are more than welcome to come to your appointment with you.
How many people can I bring to my scan with me?
Our scanning room can seat up to 6 people. However, if you do wish for more people to attend please contact us and we will try our best to meet your requirement. Children are more than welcome to come along!
Can I have this scan in place of my hospital scans?
No. Cherished Moments offers you the scan with the understanding that you are receiving the appropriate ante-natal care and have had communications with your midwife. Under no circumstances should a Cherished Moments scan be used in place of your hospital ultrasound scan.
Is Ultrasound Safe?
Yes. After extensive studies over the years, ultrasound has not been shown to cause any harm to mum or baby. Ultrasound scans have been used in pregnancy for decades and this would be carried out the same as your hospital scan. Our technicians carrying out your scans will always follow the correct guidelines to ensure the safety of you and baby.
What Scans do we Offer?
We provide early pregnancy scans from 7 weeks, Gender scans from 16 weeks and 4d scans from 25 weeks.
We also offer reassurance and bonding scans throughout your pregnancy.
When is the best time to have a 4d scan?
For the best results we advise at having your scan done between 25 and 32 weeks, although scans outside of this range can still give fantastic results. If you have an anterior placenta we would suggest that you come between 25 and 29 weeks.
What is the difference between 3D, 4D and HD Live?
A 2D ultrasound is the standard procedure used during obstetric ultrasound. It is used to produce 2 dimensional images of what is happening inside the mothers and baby's body. The ultrasound used to make the 4D/HD-Live images is the same as that used in the 2D black and white images you see in the hospital. We use a special probe, and the machines software processes the images differently to make a 4D image. 4D is simply a moving 3D image, the live scan that you see on the screen is called 4D, and the still images we print out are 3D. HD is another version of 4D providing clearer pictures. Again it is simply a moving 3D image.
How old do I need to be to have a scan?
Cherished Moments only offers scans to expectant mothers that are over the age of 18. We will ask for your date of birth when you are completing your client information form on arrival, we may need proof of age should staff have any element of doubt or queries around this. On some occasions we will ask at the time of booking.
Unfortunately we will not be able to provide a scan should you be under 18.
What Factors can affect my scan?
The quality of the images can be affected by a few different factors. The position that baby is in at the time of the scan can affect the images we can obtain. If baby isn’t in the right position we will ask you to move around to try to get baby to move position. Your placenta can also affect the scan if your baby’s face is touching it, once again we would ask you to move around to try to get baby to move if this is the case. BMI of Mummy can also affect the images that we can obtain, this is because ultrasound uses sound waves that have to travel through the tissue, the higher the amount of tissue the further they have to travel, therefore the less clear the image will be.
Do I need a full bladder?
If you are coming for an Early Scan and you are under 15 weeks, then yes, you will need a full bladder. If you are attending the clinic for a Gender scan or a 4D scan, then you do NOT need a full bladder.
Can you scan twins/triplets?
Yes. However, twins/triplets can get quite cosy in your womb and cuddle up to each other, so if you are considering a 3D/4D scan, the best time would be between 22 and 26 weeks gestation. Twin/triplet gender scans can be done from 16 weeks. There is a £20 twin supplement which is added on to the scan package.
What should I bring with me?
On the day of the scan you do not need to bring anything with you. If you are coming for an Early Pregnancy Scan, all you will need is a full bladder. We do not need to see any hospital notes.
Can children attend the scan?
Yes, your children are more than welcome to come to your appointment with you.
How many people can I bring to my scan with me?
Our scanning room can seat up to 6 people. However, if you do wish for more people to attend please contact us and we will try our best to meet your requirement. Children are more than welcome to come along!
Can I have this scan in place of my hospital scans?
No. Cherished Moments offers you the scan with the understanding that you are receiving the appropriate ante-natal care and have had communications with your midwife. Under no circumstances should a Cherished Moments scan be used in place of your hospital ultrasound scan.
Is Ultrasound Safe?
Yes. After extensive studies over the years, ultrasound has not been shown to cause any harm to mum or baby. Ultrasound scans have been used in pregnancy for decades and this would be carried out the same as your hospital scan. Our technicians carrying out your scans will always follow the correct guidelines to ensure the safety of you and baby.