Pregnancy Scans

Ultrasound is an important way to monitor your baby's development and pick up on any abnormalities or potential problems that are likely to occur in the early stages of pregnancy. It is also the most amazing way of bonding with your baby from as early as 7 weeks. Bringing along a partner, other children or grandparents to the scan appointment can be a magical way for them to connect with the new baby/babies.

You should be offered at least two scans on the NHS during your pregnancy, one at the end of the first trimester (between 11-14 weeks) and another at around 20 weeks. As hospitals operate different policies in offering ultrasound scans, you may find in the case of busy or underfunded hospitals that you have to wait several weeks for a scan. In this case you may wish to consider having one privately. It could be that you wanted an additional scan at an earlier or later stage in your pregnancy for reassurance or for other members of the family to share this experience.

All results including those of Nuchal Translucency scans are given on the day, at your appointment.

The pregnancy ultrasound service is provided by dedicated and highly respected Ultrasound Sonographers, with a wealth of ultrasound experience, working in both the NHS and private sector. Our Ultrasound Sonographers have been hand picked, not only for their expertise and clinical excellence but because they genuinely love what they do.

We pride ourselves on our communication skills, and are known for our excellent rapport with clients. We use high specification GE Voluson technology, ensuring all imaging is of the highest quality. You will be able to view your scan live on screen. You will also be given images to take away.

We are fully committed to providing a comprehensive high quality ultrasound service. At the Bridgewater Hospital you will find a friendly, relaxed, but professional environment.