Private Pregnancy Clinic - Nr Oxford, Abingdon, Swindon, Newbury.

		Tel: 01865 301537


		Wellbeing scans at Beard Mill Clinic, near Oxford An ultrasound scan at private pregnancy clinic, Beard Mill, between 28 and 32 weeks of pregnancy is useful to assess your baby's growth and wellbeing. It is often one the last opportunities parents get to see their baby before delivery and can be used to get an indication of final birth weight. Giving you more time and the reassurance you need As with our nuchal scans and anomaly scans, this pregnancy scan usually takes at least 45 minutes to perform. This ensures you get time to see your baby, whilst we undertake all the checks we possibly can to ensure the continued health of you and your unborn child. Wellbeing scans are particularly helpful if parents are concerned, a mother has a pre-existing medical condition - or if you just want to see your baby one last time before he or she arrives in the world.

		During a wellbeing scan at Beard Mill, we will try an create a 3D image of your baby but this very dependent on the baby's position and cannot be guaranteed.

		A detailed check of your baby's health The wellbeing scan aims to determine the growth and health of the baby by estimating its weight; watching its movements; checking the placenta and the amount of fluid around it; and by assessing the blood flow to the placenta and baby with colour Doppler ultrasound. Doppler ultrasound looks at blood flow and direction and can be used to see how well blood is flowing from the placenta, through the umbilical cord, to the baby. The pattern of flow can be recorded and the amount of resistance in each vessel estimated - this is a sensitive marker of how well the placenta is performing and how good the blood supply to the baby is. Continuing care for you and your baby If any issues arise during your wellbeing scan Dr Victoria Heath will personally provide a referral back to your own NHS consultant or liaise directly with your GP to ensure you get the best possible continuing care for you and your family. Beard Mill Clinic is a modern and high quality private pregnancy clinic, conveniently located near Oxford, Abingdon, Swindon and Newbury. Contact us today if you would like to make an appointment to check on the wellbeing of your baby. Alternatively, discover more about ultrasounds in pregnancy, our reasonable fees or get directions by following our links.

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