Private Baby Scans near Leith
Private Baby Scans near Leith
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Based in South Gyle, our Edinburgh clinic is a convenient option for patients travelling from Leith and nearby parts of the city. Our clinic offers a relaxed, contemporary setting for private pregnancy scans.
Our Edinburgh clinic provides private ultrasound appointments at different points during pregnancy, whether you want an early check, some extra reassurance, to find out your baby’s sex or to enjoy enhanced views with 3D, 4D and HD Live imaging.
The scans available vary in terms of when they can be booked and what is included in each appointment. Explore the options below to see what each scan offers, the recommended stage of pregnancy and what you can expect when you attend.
Getting to Our Edinburgh Clinic from Leith
Our South Gyle clinic is well placed for patients travelling from Leith and other parts of Edinburgh. The clinic offers a comfortable, modern setting for your private pregnancy scan, and you’re welcome to bring your partner, family or friends along to your appointment.
If you’re driving, free on-street parking is available close to the clinic. Before setting off, check your booking confirmation for the full clinic address, appointment details and any scan preparation instructions.
Travelling by public transport is also straightforward, with a direct tram service from Leith to South Gyle. This provides a convenient option if you prefer not to drive.
When booking, simply select our Edinburgh clinic to see the available appointments and choose a date and time that works for you.
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Glasgow South and Hamilton
Our Edinburgh clinic is equipped with the GE Voluson S8, a 2022 ultrasound system used for a variety of private pregnancy scans. Alongside standard 2D imaging, it offers a selection of imaging functions that can be used according to the type of appointment and the stage of pregnancy.
As the clinic welcomes patients five days a week, the system is used across a broad range of appointments. Our sonographers can adapt the ultrasound settings throughout each scan depending on the areas being examined and the views available.
The images obtained during an ultrasound can differ between appointments. Your stage of pregnancy, your baby’s position and movement, and the angle from which they can be viewed can all affect what is visible. Our sonographers will make appropriate adjustments to the equipment during your appointment to help obtain clear images of your baby.
Leith and Nearby Areas:
Leith, Newhaven, Trinity, Bonnington, Pilrig, Granton, Silverknowes, Muirhouse, Drylaw, Pilton
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
Choosing Your Pregnancy Scan
Our Edinburgh clinic offers private ultrasound scans at different stages of pregnancy, including early, reassurance, gender and enhanced 3D, 4D and HD Live scans. Each appointment has its own recommended timeframe and inclusions. Explore the options below to see what’s available, when you can book and what each scan involves.
Early Pregnancy Scans
An early scan provides an opportunity to check on the pregnancy during its initial stages and see the developing embryo. Depending on what can be visualised, your sonographer may assess the position of the pregnancy, check for a heartbeat and determine whether more than one embryo can be seen.
The type of ultrasound used will depend on how early in pregnancy you are and which approach is most suitable for obtaining clear images. A transvaginal scan may be used in very early pregnancy, while an abdominal scan may be suitable at later stages.
Read our Early Pregnancy Scan guide to check the available options and timings.
An Extra Look at Your Baby
A reassurance scan gives you an extra opportunity to see your baby between routine maternity appointments. Your sonographer will carry out checks appropriate to your stage of pregnancy, which may include checking cardiac activity and taking measurements where possible.
This private appointment is intended to complement, not replace, your NHS maternity care and routine pregnancy checks.
See our Reassurance Scan page for appointment details.
Finding Out Your Baby’s Sex
From 16 weeks, this appointment allows you to see your baby while giving you the opportunity to find out their sex. Your sonographer will perform checks suited to your stage of pregnancy and attempt to obtain a clear view for sex identification.
You’ll receive digital 2D images after your scan. As your baby’s position and movement can affect visibility, we cannot guarantee that their sex will be identifiable during the appointment.
Explore our Gender Scan appointments.
Enhanced HD Live Gender Scan
Find out your baby’s sex while enjoying enhanced views of their developing features with HD Live ultrasound imaging. The detail captured can vary depending on your stage of pregnancy, your baby’s position and movement, so specific views or image quality cannot be guaranteed.
View the HD Live Gender Scan package for timings and inclusions.
Growth Scan
A growth scan checks your baby’s development later in pregnancy. Your sonographer will take measurements to estimate their size and weight, while also checking their heartbeat and amniotic fluid levels. These checks give an indication of your baby’s size and wellbeing at the time of the scan.
Find out more about our Growth Scan service.
3D, 4D and HD Live Scans
See your baby’s features and movements with our enhanced ultrasound options. 3D provides still images, while 4D and HD Live can show movement in greater detail.
Depending on your scan, you may receive digital photos, videos or both. Images can vary based on your baby’s position, movement and stage of pregnancy.
Compare our 3D Scan Picture Package, 4D / HD Live Scan Package and Interactive 4D / HD Live Scan Package.
Checking Your Baby’s Position
A presentation scan checks how your baby is lying in the womb during later pregnancy, including whether they are head down, bottom down or lying sideways.
The scan records their position on the day of your appointment, which you can discuss with your midwife or maternity team if needed.
Read the Presentation Scan guide for booking information.
Head Office
BabyScanning Ltd
Ingram House
227 Ingram Street
Glasgow G1 1DA
Contact
T: 0141 221 2611
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