Pregnancy Ultrasound: What To Expect

If you are pregnant, it is very likely you will have a common procedure done called a pregnancy ultrasound. This is a safe and noninvasive procedure usually done around the 20th week of pregnancy. All in all, the ultrasound experience should be painless and helpful event for those expecting a new baby.

During the ultrasound, the technician will check and make sure that the baby is developing properly and also check to see if their are any problems with the placenta or how the umbilical cord is positioned. During your ultrasound, you will also have the ability to learn your baby's sex if you so desire.

It takes a skilled ultrasound technician or physician to be able to properly read the blurry image of an ultrasound. Do not think that you will be able to clearly tell things such as the gender from the image yourself! However, you may be able to see some fascinating elements of life inside your womb from these images - such as if your baby is sucking their thumb and similar features.

When preparing for the ultrasound, the technician will want you to come in with a full bladder since this helps with the procedure and creating clear images. They will then smear an often quite cold gel on your stomach. This also helps with the ultrasound process and with getting a good signal. When preparing for your ultrasound you will want to also where comfortable and easily removable clothing.

During the first few minutes, the technician will likely focus carefully on the images and record details requested by the physician, but after they are done with their initial survey of the fetus they then should be more available to talk to you, point out features and answer questions. Don't be afraid to ask questions as well about what you are seeing in the images.

Many women have different thoughts and experiences during these exams, however many find the ultrasound experience reassuring. The ultrasound provides valuable information on how the baby is progressing and its overall health and well being. Many parents also find that the experience helps them bond better with the little one inside them. Actually seeing your baby for the first time is a powerful experience, even if it is only a grainy photograph that is hard to read. It is not surprising that you often see these images in baby albums and even framed in some households!

If you find the ultrasound process interesting, you might be interested in ultrasound technician training as well. Pursuing an ultrasound technician education is a rewarding experience for many and a great career field to explore.

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