Private Baby Scans near the Three Towns
Private Baby Scans near the Three Towns
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Our Kilmarnock location at 25 Portland Road is easily reached by families living in Kilmarnock and the surrounding Ayrshire area. Following a beautiful renovation, the clinic offers a professional yet welcoming space for your scan, with convenient on-street parking available nearby.
At our Kilmarnock clinic, we provide a range of private pregnancy scans to suit different stages of pregnancy, from early pregnancy appointments through to 3D, 4D and HD Live imaging. Take a look through the options below to find a scan that suits your stage of pregnancy, what you’d like to see and your preferred appointment time.
Visiting Our Kilmarnock clinic from the Three Towns (Saltcoats, Stevenston, Ardrossan)
Your appointment will take place at our Kilmarnock clinic on Portland Road, where you’ll find a modern, comfortable and welcoming environment for you and anyone accompanying you.
If you’re travelling from Saltcoats, Stevenston or Ardrossan by car, convenient on-street parking is available directly outside the clinic. Before setting off, please check your booking confirmation for the full clinic address and any preparation instructions relevant to your scan.
If you’re travelling by bus, the number 11 service runs directly to Kilmarnock from all three of the towns.
When checking availability or booking your appointment, remember to select Kilmarnock.
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Book at our Kilmarnock Clinic
At our Kilmarnock clinic, we use the advanced Voluson Signature 18 ultrasound system to provide clear, high-quality imaging and detailed views during your scan. The technology available can influence the clarity and level of detail that can be seen, which is why we have invested in advanced equipment to support our sonographers and enhance your scanning experience.
Open five days a week, our Kilmarnock clinic gives you access to the Voluson Signature 18, which combines sophisticated imaging technology with a range of advanced features. This provides our sonographers with the tools to capture detailed images of your baby and make the most of the views available during your appointment.
Three Towns and Surrounding Areas:
Saltcoats, Stevenston, Ardrossan, Ardeer, Hayocks, West Kilbride, Seamill, Fairlie, Largs
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
Whether you’re looking for reassurance in early pregnancy, want to find out your baby’s sex or would like to see their developing features and movements in more detail, our range of private scans caters to different stages of pregnancy. Each appointment has a recommended timeframe and its own set of checks and features. Explore our individual scan guides to find out more about what’s included and when each scan may be suitable.
Early Pregnancy Appointments
An early pregnancy scan allows you to check the location of the pregnancy, look for a heartbeat and see whether there is more than one embryo. The images and information available will depend on how far along you are, and your appointment may involve an abdominal or transvaginal scan depending on your stage of pregnancy and what is needed.
Read our Early Pregnancy Scan guide to check the available options and timings.
An Additional Check Between Routine Appointments
A reassurance scan lets you see your baby and, depending on how far along you are, includes checks of their heartbeat and measurements. It can provide extra reassurance between your routine maternity appointments, while being intended as an additional service alongside, rather than a replacement for, your NHS care.
See our Reassurance Scan page for appointment details.
Finding Out Your Baby’s Sex
From 16 weeks, our gender scan includes a wellbeing check as your sonographer attempts to determine your baby’s sex. The scan includes 2D images, which will be emailed to you following your appointment. As your baby’s position can affect the views available, it may not always be possible to confirm their sex on the day.
Explore our Gender Scan appointments.
Adding HD Live Imaging to Your Gender Appointment
An HD Live gender scan gives you the opportunity to find out your baby’s sex while also capturing detailed images of their developing features. The clarity and level of detail visible during the scan can vary depending on your stage of pregnancy and your baby’s position on the day.
View the HD Live Gender Scan package for timings and inclusions.
Measurements Later in Pregnancy
A growth scan assesses your baby’s size using ultrasound measurements and provides an estimated weight, along with checks of their heartbeat and amniotic fluid. These measurements give an indication of your baby’s growth and wellbeing at the time of the appointment.
Find out more about our Growth Scan service.
Seeing Your Baby in 3D and 4D
Our 3D, 4D and HD Live scans offer a closer look at your baby’s developing features and movements, with the chance to capture special images to treasure before birth. Depending on the scan you choose, your appointment may include still photographs, video clips or both. The clarity and detail visible can vary according to your baby’s position and the views available during the scan.
Compare our 3D Scan Picture Package, 4D / HD Live Scan Package and Interactive 4D / HD Live Scan Package.
Checking Your Baby’s Position
During the later stages of pregnancy, a presentation scan checks how your baby is positioned, including whether they are head down, bottom down or lying sideways. It provides a record of their position at the time of the scan, which can be shared with your maternity team if appropriate.
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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