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With the wealth of companies offering 3D and 4D scans if you don’t already have a recommendation from someone you trust it can become confusing leave you feeling that you are simply taking a wild guess at which company you should choose.

Your baby scan will be one of your most precious memories so here are some pointers to help you get started:

It is widely held by medical professionals that 3D Baby Scans and 4D Baby Scans are risk free. As a precautionary method you will find that many companies keep scanning times as low as possible and keep scanning devices settings to a minimum. As a rule remember to use clinics which adhere to the standards set by the “British Medical Ultra Sound Society”.

Generally private scans are not medical or diagnostic and differ from those you would receive in hospital prior to them, although they will reveal the sex of the baby.

The golden window to get a baby scan is between weeks 22 -32 of gestation and this should ensure that you get the clearest image. Typically 3D Baby Scan companies will not have hidden costs and “what you pay for should be what you get” so to speak; therefore make sure you check for any additional services which may be offered to you (such as the baby’s measurements and weight being measured) before you go.

A baby scan should never be hurried and should always be carried out by a certified ultrasound sonographer. Always ask about the clinics success rate beforehand and be wary of anything below 90 percent. If a re-scan is needed you should never be charged for this.

Many parents to be report of the tremendous bonding feeling they have when seeing their baby move, poke out their tongue or move their arm; and this early bonding is one which continues making the times after baby is born that much smoother. Many clinics now offer media images of your baby to take away with you and enjoy forever so be sure to take advantage of this and work it into your budget.

So there we are, relax, follow the points we’ve outlined here and enjoy meeting your baby for the very first time.