Emergency Pregnancy Scan
Offering Expectant Parents Reassurance with an Emergency Pregnancy Scan
Whether it’s your first pregnancy or you’ve had previous children, we understand how concerning it can be when you feel like things aren’t right. Peek A Baby provides emergency pregnancy scans to give expecting mums the reassurance they need at these times. If you are looking for a same day urgent ultrasound scan, call your local clinic.
What Is An Emergency Pregnancy Scan?
An emergency pregnancy scan is an urgent ultrasound scan that helps give expectant parents reassurance if they have concerns about their baby throughout pregnancy.
At Peek A Baby, we offer emergency scans from 6 weeks onwards, helping parents to find peace of mind that their baby is well, or ensuring that they seek the right medical support if required. If you feel any unusual pain, have concerns about a loss of pregnancy symptoms, or your baby is not moving as much as usual, you can book an emergency pregnancy scan with your local Peek A Baby clinic today. For a same day appointment, we always advise to call us so that we can get you in as quickly as possible.
What Happens In An Emergency Pregnancy Scan?
Although pregnancy can be seen via ultrasound from as early as 6 weeks, the NHS does not provide women with a first scan until 12 weeks of pregnancy.
At Peek a Baby, we offer emergency pregnancy scans to women who are 6 weeks pregnant or more and seeking reassurance in these early stages. This does not mean that you cannot have an emergency pregnancy scan at any point of pregnancy. At Peek A Baby, we offer a range of private pregnancy scans that are able to give you the reassurance needed in anxious moments.
Our emergency ultrasounds involve a 2D scan, which is carried out in order to confirm the following:
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Confirm the pregnancy is developing inside of the uterus
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Rule out ectopic pregnancy or spot it early
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Check for signs of a miscarriage
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Assess the baby's heartbeat
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Identify any causes of pain or bleeding
An early pregnancy scan from 6 weeks will also confirm the viability of the pregnancy for those who are seeking reassurance regarding home test results, it will estimate the gestational age of the baby, provide you with an estimated due date and confirms the baby's heartbeat.
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Why You May Need An Emergency Pregnancy Scan
During your pregnancy, especially if it's your first, it may be hard to distinguish the difference between normal signs and symptoms and those to be concerned about. You may be referred for an emergency pregnancy scan if you are experiencing bleeding and spotting in your very early pregnancy. This is a common pregnancy symptom; however, it is advised to have an early pregnancy scan in order to rule out any more serious circumstances.
Pain or bleeding
If you are experiencing pain during your pregnancy this doesn’t always mean that there is a problem. As a baby is growing, it can cause the mother to feel discomfort in their ligaments due to them stretching. This makes backache and general abdominal pain normal, however, if you are experience severe pain, it is wise to seek advise from your midwife or contact emergency services.
Bleeding also doesn’t immediately highlight any serious issues with your pregnancy. Blood passed may be light or heavy, can range from bright to dark red and can be continuous throughout your pregnancy. It is again advised to contact your midwife or local healthcare services if you experience bleeding or spotting.
Other symptoms that expecting mums may experience that may result in needing an emergency pregnancy scan include:
- Severe or persistent abdominal or pelvic pain
- Shoulder tip pain (this may indicate an ectopic pregnancy)
- Dizziness, fainting or collapse
- Concerns following an injury or accident
- A loss of pregnancy symptoms.
If you experience any of these symptoms, pain or bleeding, speak to your midwife as soon as possible. At Peek A Baby, we can provide you with emergency pregnancy scans that help give you reassurance in these moments. You can speak with our team at your local clinic to get booked in as quickly as possible for the most appropriate scan. Contact your local clinic in Birmingham, Bristol, Bromsgrove or London.
Why Choose Peek a Baby?
At Peek a Baby, we have the best interests of both you and your baby in mind. Our highly qualified team of sonographers have valuable experience in emergency pregnancy scans. We aim to provide you with the reassurance you need that your baby is healthy and growing at a normal rate. We use the latest ultrasound equipment to provide you with the most accurate information about the well being of your little one at any stage of pregnancy.
Due to being a private ultrasound clinic, we can arrange an emergency pregnancy scan for you quickly to ensure you peace of mind as soon as possible.
Call us today in Birmingham, Bromsgrove, Bristol or London to find out more information about our emergency pregnancy scan or to book an appointment for the same day.
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