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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If you are pregnant in the UK, you have two options for your ultrasound scans: the National Health Service (NHS) or a private scan clinic.
Pregnant women are typically offered two scans on the NHS: one at 12 weeks, and another at 20 weeks. On top of this, however, many mums-to-be choose to have additional scans at a private ultrasound clinic like ours. So what do private scans offer that NHS scans don't?
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Whether you've booked an elective scan with First Encounters Ultrasound or you're getting ready to attend one of the routine pregnancy scans offered on the NHS, it's always a good idea to be prepared.
Before you leave the house, follow these steps to get the most out of your ultrasound appointment...
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If you're pregnant and you're looking for great deals on private baby scans, we at First Encounters Ultrasound have several offers that may appeal to you. All of these pregnancy scans are performed by qualified sonographers at our warm and welcoming ultrasound clinic in Cardiff.
Our current baby scan offers are listed below—we often update this page with new deals and discounts, so be sure to check back regularly!
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In the UK, the NHS will typically offer you two pregnancy scans as part of your pregnancy care: one in early pregnancy (between 11 and 14 weeks) and another between 18 and 21 weeks. If you wish to arrange a scan much sooner than this, the earliest you can book a pregnancy scan is from 7 weeks onwards. However, these scans are conducted by private ultrasound clinics rather than the NHS.
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