Hearing your baby’s heartbeat for the first time is a much-anticipated pregnancy milestone. It’s a magic moment, and for expectant parents who are concerned about their baby’s wellbeing, it can also provide very welcome reassurance.
So how long exactly do you have to wait for an audible heartbeat? Keep reading to find out when and how you can hear your baby’s heartbeat for the first time…
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A presentation scan is a type of ultrasound scan that’s performed during pregnancy to check the baby’s position within the womb.
The positioning of your unborn child can have a big impact on how smoothly the birth goes. This is why a mum-to-be may choose to book a presentation scan toward the tail end of her pregnancy: to make sure her baby is in position for a healthy delivery.
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There are several different pregnancy scan types available at different points during your pregnancy, including:
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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.
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A 4D scan is a type of ultrasound scan that's used to observe a baby in the womb during the mid-to-late stages of pregnancy (typically between 24 and 32 weeks gestation).
This type of scan allows you to bond with your baby and get a detailed look at them months before the birth!
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If you want to have an early ultrasound scan, we recommend scheduling it no earlier than 7 weeks into your pregnancy.
Early pregnancy can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, and the wait for that first NHS scan (typically offered at 11 to 14 weeks) can seem like an eternity when you’re eager for more information about your little one.
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