20/03/2017
7 Reasons why You should do an Ultrasound scan in Pregnancy
Ultrasound scans use sound waves to build a picture of the baby in the womb. The scans are completely painless, have no known side effects on mothers or babies, and can be carried out at any stage of pregnancy. Talk to your midwife, GP or obstetrician about any concerns you have.
For many women, ultrasound scans are the highlight of pregnancy. It's very exciting to "see" your baby in the womb, often moving his or her hands and legs.
Ultrasound Scans Can be used for the Following.
check your baby's size – at the dating scan, this gives a better idea of how many weeks pregnant you are; your due date, which is originally calculated from the first day of your last period, will be adjusted according to the ultrasound measurement
check whether you're having more than one baby
detect some abnormalities
show the position of your baby and the placenta – for example, when the placenta is low down in late pregnancy, a caesarean section may be advised
check that the baby is growing normally – this is particularly important if you're carrying twins, or you have had problems in this pregnancy or a previous pregnancy
