Private Baby Scans near Dumbarton
Private Baby Scans near Dumbarton
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Our Bearsden clinic welcomes families from Dumbarton for private baby scans, from early pregnancy appointments to gender scans and 3D/4D experiences. You’ll find us at 19 Roman Road, Bearsden, G61 2SP, in a comfortable setting close to Bearsden Cross.
Choose an appointment that suits your stage of pregnancy, whether you are booking your first scan, hoping to find out your baby’s sex or looking forward to seeing their features in 3D/4D. Our scan guides explain the recommended timings and package inclusions so you can decide which option is right for you.
Planning Your Visit from Dumbarton
Our premium Bearsden clinic, close to Bearsden Cross, welcomes you into a calm, comfortable setting with modern interiors, ready for you and your loved ones to share your baby scan experience.
If you are driving from Dumbarton, Roman Road car park is nearby, with parking costing £2 for up to two hours. Allow a little time to park before your appointment, and check your booking confirmation for any preparation instructions.
Please select Bearsden when checking available appointments or booking your scan.
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Prefer an Appointment in Glasgow City Centre?
If you’re planning a visit into Glasgow, our clinic on Ingram Street offers a central setting for your pregnancy scan. Its city-centre location means your appointment can easily be combined with shopping, lunch or other plans.
Travelling by train is simple, with both Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street stations located close to the clinic. You’ll also find a wide selection of cafés, restaurants and shops in the surrounding area.
For patients travelling by car, we contribute £4 towards up to two hours of parking at St Enoch Square. Please factor in additional time for the walk from the car park to Ingram Street.
Select Glasgow City Centre when booking to view appointments at this location.
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Baby Scanning Bearsden and Glasgow City utilise the advanced GE Voluson E8 Expert ultrasound machine. Baby Scanning is the only clinic in Scotland to use this advanced machine.
When selecting a baby scanning clinic, it is recommended to inquire about the equipment used.
As our patient volumes are high and we operate 5 days a week in Bearsden and 7 days a week in Glasgow City, we have always required the top end equipment for our Bearsden branch. We require an ultrasound system that enables us to deliver truly exceptional images, confidently and efficiently, every time. The GE Voluson E8 Expert ultrasound system is designed to keep pace with our busy clinics with ease and precision. The premium image quality of the GE Voluson E8 Expert combined with access to advanced capabilities, delivers a high level of performance.
Bearsden and Surrounding Areas:
Bearsden, Milngavie, Hillfoot, Westerton, Baljaffray, Mosshead, Kessington, Temple, Canniesburn, Killermont, Torrance
Dumbarton and Surrounding Areas:
Dumbarton, Dumbarton East, Silverton, Bellsmyre, Brucehill, Castlehill, Milton, Bowling and Renton.
Scan Details
Time Frame: This scan is most effective between 6 to 10 weeks of pregnancy, earlier than abdominal scans.
Appointment length: Approximately 15 minutes, with 2 to 4 minutes dedicated to scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: To confirm a viable intrauterine pregnancy, detecting the presence of a foetal heartbeat, and determining the number of embryos (e.g., single, twins, or more).
You will receive: High-resolution 2D images, sent directly via email
*No Gender determination at this stage.
Time Frame: This can be carried out from 8 to 14 weeks
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 4 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: to confirm an on-going intra-uterine pregnancy and to check that there is a foetal heart beat. The presence of 1, 2 or more babies can be established.
You will receive: Multiple 2D scan images sent by email.
*No Gender determination at this stage.
Time frame: Available from 14 to 24 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: The purpose of the scan is to measure the foetus, help determine the gestational age and the expected due date. The primary goal is to ensure the pregnancy is on track and to estimate when you’re likely to give birth.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will receive: Multiple 2D scan images sent by email.
*Please ensure you are at least 8 weeks gestation.
Time frame: Available from 16 to 24 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: Gender Confirmation, Check the wellbeing of the foetus, heartbeat and amniotic fluid.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images, sent by email.
*Please ensure you are at least 16 weeks gestation.
Time frame: Available from 18 to 23 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: Gender determination and HD Live imaging.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*If HD Live imaging is not successful you will be charged for the 2D gender scan
Time frame: Available from 24 to 32 weeks gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: To check the well-being of the foetus, heartbeat, amniotic fluid. Foetal growth and estimated weight.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images and two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender Confirmation if required.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 3D scan images and two A4 size 3D scan photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation.
The ideal time frame to book this scan is when mothers are 26 to 28 weeks gestation so you can be called back for a free rescan if the images obtained are unsatisfactory.
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Two 3D scan A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
It’s your time, it’s your sonographer, it’s your say
This is our interactive scanning package allowing parents to choose the parts of the baby they want to view. It involves scanning of the areas the parents have specified by the sonographer to capture the engrossing images of the baby. It also includes the essentials of our 4D scan/ HD Live scan Package. We will aim to provide with 2 to 5 min of video clips.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation
The ideal time frame to book this scan is when mothers are 26 to 28 weeks gestation so you can be called back for a free rescan if the images obtained are unsatisfactory.
Appointment length: 30 minutes, of which you can expect 8 to 15 minutes of tailored scanning time allowing you to see the most captivating features of the new addition to your family
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born. This involves a tailored experience from the sonographer, allowing you to see and capture images of your preference. This package is designed to give you a long duration of scanning time to let you view your baby at your leisure
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Four 3D scan A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
Time frame: Available from 34 weeks to 40 weeks
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: To check the presentation of the baby at the time of scanning, i.e. head down, breech or lying sideways. At 36 to 37 weeks most babies will turn into head down position.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming the presentation of the baby.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images and two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
Time frame: From 7 weeks of pregnancy.
Appointment length: 20 minutes
Purpose of Test: To determine your baby’s gender using a simple maternal blood sample with an accuracy of 99.9 percent.
Results delivered within 3 to 5 working days after the sample reaches the laboratory.
Available at Glasgow City Centre and Glasgow South Clinics
Time frame: 10+ weeks gestation.
The ideal time frame is 10 to 13 weeks gestation.
Appointment length: 20 minutes
Purpose of Test: To screen for Trisomy 21 (Down’s syndrome), Trisomy 18 (Edward’s syndrome), Trisomy 13 (Patau’s syndrome) and abnormalities within the sex chromosomes (X or Y chromosomes)
You will receive: Results will be available after 7 to 10 days.
Available at Glasgow City Centre and Glasgow South Clinics
Explore the Scan Options
Different appointments answer different questions, from what can be seen in early pregnancy to your baby’s position closer to birth. The appropriate choice depends on your pregnancy stage and the purpose of your visit.
Early Pregnancy Scans
An early appointment can help establish the location of the pregnancy, look for a heartbeat and identify whether there is more than one embryo. Findings depend on how far the pregnancy has progressed. Abdominal and transvaginal appointments have different booking windows.
For abdominal scan timings and preparation, see our Early Pregnancy Scan guide.
Reassurance Between Scheduled Scans
A reassurance appointment offers an additional opportunity to see your baby between routine maternity appointments. It includes checking the heartbeat and taking measurements appropriate to your stage of pregnancy.
Check the Reassurance Scan page for availability by gestation and the appointment inclusions.
Gender Scan Appointments
From 16 weeks, you can book an appointment to try to find out your baby’s sex. The package also includes the listed wellbeing checks and 2D images sent by email. Identification depends on your baby’s position and the views obtained, so it cannot be guaranteed.
Read more about our Gender Scan service.
HD Live Gender Imaging
For those interested in HD Live images during a gender appointment, this package offers an additional way to see your baby’s features. The results achievable vary with gestation, position and scanning conditions.
Visit the HD Live Gender Scan page to check when this option is available and what you will receive.
Growth Measurements
A growth scan records measurements used to estimate your baby’s size and weight later in pregnancy. Heartbeat and amniotic fluid checks are also included, providing information about your baby at that appointment.
Find the full details in our Growth Scan guide.
Choosing a 3D or 4D Experience
If photographs or moving images are your main reason for booking, compare our imaging packages. A 3D scan captures still pictures, while 4D shows movement in real time. Your baby’s position affects which features can be seen clearly.
The 3D Scan Picture Package focuses on still images. For packages including moving images, explore the 4D / HD Live Scan Package and Interactive 4D / HD Live Scan Package.
Position Checks Towards the End of Pregnancy
A presentation scan identifies how your baby is lying at the time of the appointment, such as head down, breech or sideways. Share the findings with your maternity team, who can explain what they mean for your ongoing care.
See our Presentation Scan page for booking information.
Blood Test Appointments at Glasgow City Centre
Families from Dumbarton can also access selected pregnancy blood tests at our Glasgow City Centre clinic. These services require a separate booking at that location.
Our Early Gender Blood Test is available from seven weeks for those wishing to find out their baby’s sex through a blood sample.
NIPT Screening is available from ten weeks and estimates the chance of selected chromosomal conditions. It is a screening test and does not provide a diagnosis.
Follow the service links to review eligibility, results information and appointment details before booking.
Private scans support, rather than replace, your routine maternity care. Keep your scheduled NHS appointments and contact your maternity team if you have symptoms or concerns.
Head Office
BabyScanning Ltd
Ingram House
227 Ingram Street
Glasgow G1 1DA
Contact
T: 0141 221 2611
Booking line manned
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