babyDATE™ Scan

£ 45.00 RRP

8 to 16 weeks

NOTE:

As part of our strategy to help fight the spread of COVID-19, appointments for this scan are limited. For more information please see our COVID-19 Information page.

Available to women from 16 years of age.

Private ultrasound dating scan optimized for fast results, ideal if you would like to confirm your dates from 8 weeks onwards. We recommend that you present your results to your healthcare professional whose contact details we take at the time of booking. Your choice of a free rescan may be appropriate if we are unable to perform the primary purpose of this scan. Please note this scan is from 8 weeks onwards and must not be booked if you are experiencing any symptoms such as pelvic pain, spotting or bleeding. Please see our Early Scan appointments.

All scans are performed by a qualified Sonographer with diagnostic obstetric scanning experience.

You may have the option to upgrade to the Early or Dating Scans if our Sonographer feels that the babyDATE appointment is inappropriate for your gestation.

Have your scan images sent to you in seconds using Ultrasound Direct toMOBILE Mobile: a safe and secure system for the delivery of ultrasound scan images to your mobile device or email address. Ultrasound Direct toMOBILE uses the latest technology to bring you your scan images in a format that can be saved forever or shared on social media at the touch of a button. Ultrasound Direct toMOBILE is included with your scan at no extra cost.

Primary purpose of the scan

Confirmation of fetal gestation, dating of your pregnancy, single or multiple pregnancy confirmation using ultrasound between 8 - 16 weeks gestation, no sexing. This service is not suitable if you are unsure of your dates or you have experienced or are experiencing pelvic pain, spotting, bleeding or lack of pregnancy symptoms.

Option to upgrade to Early scan if our practitioner determines this scan is inappropriate for your gestation and a transvaginal/internal scan is required. Subject to limitations of appointment time, rebooking may be necessary.

Includes:

10 minute diagnostic appointment
Standard dating measurement
2D ultrasound b/w prints in sleeve
Ultrasound Direct toMOBILE delivery of your scan images and report

Antenatal services similar to our babyDATE Scan maybe available for free at your local NHS facility.

Pre-scan preparation

Need to expose abdomen so ideally wear 2 piece garment i.e. trousers or skirt and top.

Drink 0.5 Ltr (1 pint) clear fluid approximately 1 hour before appointment time.

Please do not empty your bladder before the examination.

Guide to number of guests

From 1st June, you are welcome to attend your appointment with one guest at most clinics. The guest must be from the same household and we request that you and your guest attend wearing a face covering or face mask to help reduce the risks of spreading COVID-19.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose to have a babyDATE scan?

This scan will provide ladies with an affordable scan to check or reconfirm the dating of their pregnancy so far.

It will capture key information allowing ladies to feel reassured and in a position to make key decisions such as sharing the pregnancy with family and friends.

What if my scan shows something is wrong or I need help after my appointment?

Very rarely, there may be a problem that is totally unexpected and we are the bearers of bad news.

Never easy to hear, we will ensure you have the time, support and a plan of care arranged. We will continue our course of support for as long as you need us.

If you become concerned about any aspect of your scan, the images and recordings you have taken home or you wish to make a complaint, you can contact the clinic where you had your scan and our staff will discuss any concerns that you may have.

Are your sonographers qualified?

Yes. All our sonographers are fully trained and qualified to perform ultrasound scans and many of them also work in the NHS locally. Scans with Ultrasound Direct will always be performed by a qualified professional whose primary interest is your health. All our sonographers take care to follow the latest safety guidelines and are registered with the HCPC. We’re also registered with the independent regulator the Care Quality Commission to ensure the highest standards possible.

What if I get bad news during my scan?

In the event of unexpected findings: we will offer clear advice on the next steps available to you and will offer to contact the local hospital on your behalf.

Should you receive bad news in your scan you are welcome to take time in private in our clinics to process the news and gather your thoughts before leaving: we never want you to feel rushed.

Are children welcome in the scan room?

Yes! The number of guests you can bring in for a scan is listed with the scan on our website. We only ask that any guests are well behaved: that includes children, excited partners and new grandparents!