What to Expect During a Pregnancy Ultrasound Q&A

At Beautiful Beginnings Ultrasound Clinic, we understand how exciting and important each stage of pregnancy is for you and your family. The ideal timing for your ultrasound depends on your needs and the stage of your pregnancy.

Early Pregnancy Ultrasound(6–9 Weeks): Many expectant parents choose to schedule their first ultrasound between six and nine weeks of gestation. This early scan can help confirm your pregnancy, verify the location of the embryo, and provide an estimated due date. During this visit, we can also check for the number of embryos and often detect a heartbeat—an unforgettable moment for many families.

Anatomy Scan (18–22 Weeks): The anatomy scan, sometimes called a level 2 ultrasound, is typically performed between 18 and 22 weeks of pregnancy. This comprehensive scan evaluates your baby’s growth and development, including major organs, the placenta, and amniotic fluid levels. Many families look forward to this visit, as we can often reveal your baby’s sex if you wish to know.

Additional Ultrasounds depending on your unique pregnancy journey, your healthcare provider may recommend additional ultrasounds later on. Our experienced team at Beautiful Beginnings Ultrasound Clinic is here to support you if there are concerns about fetal growth, placenta position, or other medical considerations.

Your experience matters at Beautiful Beginnings Ultrasound Clinic, we are dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming environment and the latest ultrasound technology to ensure you feel confident and cared for at every step. We encourage you to follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations on the timing and frequency of ultrasounds to support the health and well-being of both you and your baby.

Ready to schedule your ultrasound or have questions about what to expect? Contact Beautiful Beginnings Ultrasound Clinic today—we’re honored to be part of your beautiful beginning!

At Beautiful Beginnings Ultrasound Clinic, we understand how exciting—and sometimes anxious—the early weeks of pregnancy can feel. One of the most important milestones in early pregnancy is hearing your baby’s heartbeat for the first time. Typically, a fetal heartbeat can be detected via ultrasound as early as 6 weeks, although it may sometimes take until around 7 weeks, depending on a few factors such as the accuracy of your dating, your unique anatomy, and the sensitivity of the ultrasound equipment.

At our clinic, we use advanced ultrasound technology to give you the clearest possible images, and our experienced team will help ensure you feel comfortable and informed throughout the process.

If a heartbeat isn’t visible during your first scan, please don’t worry—this is not uncommon and may simply mean your pregnancy is earlier than expected. In these cases, we will recommend a follow-up ultrasound in a week or two to check for further development and the reassuring sound of a heartbeat.

Detecting your baby’s heartbeat is a joyful and important milestone, and we’re honored to be part of this special moment with you. If you have any questions about early pregnancy ultrasounds or would like to schedule an appointment, our caring staff at Beautiful Beginnings Ultrasound Clinic is here to support you every step of the way.

We understand how important it is for expectant parents to know their baby’s due date. One of the most accurate ways to estimate your due date is through an early pregnancy ultrasound—often performed during the first trimester. When you visit our clinic between 8 and 13 weeks of pregnancy, our experienced team uses precise measurements, such as the crown-rump length of your developing baby, to calculate gestational age. At this early stage, babies tend to grow at a similar rate, making first-trimester ultrasounds the gold standard for due date estimation. In fact, research shows that ultrasounds during this window can predict your due date within about five to seven days.

As pregnancy progresses, the accuracy of ultrasound dating naturally decreases because individual babies start growing at their own unique pace. Second-trimester ultrasounds can still provide a reliable estimate, but the margin of error widens to about seven to ten days. In the third trimester, due date predictions can vary by as much as two to three weeks.

It’s important to remember that your estimated due date is just that—an estimate. Only about 4% of babies actually arrive on their due date; most are born within two weeks before or after. Factors like your menstrual cycle regularity and the timing of ovulation can also affect the initial calculation. If there’s a significant difference between your last menstrual period (LMP) and the date estimated by ultrasound, our team will typically rely on the ultrasound results for the most accurate assessment.

Our goal is to provide you with the most accurate information possible to support your pregnancy journey. Your estimated due date is a valuable guide for monitoring your baby’s development and planning your prenatal care—but remember, it is an approximation, not a guarantee. If you have questions about your due date or scheduling an early ultrasound, our caring team is here to help you every step of the way.

At Beautiful Beginnings Ultrasound Clinic, we are dedicated to supporting you at every stage of your pregnancy. Ultrasound is a safe, non-invasive imaging technique that uses sound waves to create detailed images of your developing baby and your reproductive organs. No matter where you are in your pregnancy journey, our clinic offers ultrasounds tailored to your specific needs.

Early Pregnancy: In the first trimester, ultrasounds can confirm the presence of a gestational sac, determine the location of your pregnancy, and estimate how far along you are. For early pregnancies, our team may use a transvaginal ultrasound for the clearest images and most accurate results.

Second and Third Trimesters: As your pregnancy progresses, we typically use abdominal ultrasounds to monitor your baby’s growth, examine anatomy, check the placenta’s position, and assess amniotic fluid levels. These scans provide reassurance and important information about your baby’s development.

Late Pregnancy and Special Circumstances: In the later stages, ultrasounds can help us check your baby’s position, monitor their well-being, or assist with certain medical procedures when needed.

At Beautiful Beginnings Ultrasound Clinic, the timing and frequency of your ultrasounds are personalized according to your unique situation, following the latest medical guidelines to ensure the health and safety of both you and your baby. Whether you’re seeking early reassurance, a detailed anatomy scan, or a memorable keepsake experience, our caring professionals are here for you every step of the way. For more information, contact us today or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 180 Ave at the Cmns Suite 9, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702. We serve patients from Shrewsbury NJ, Red Bank NJ, Little Silver NJ, Eatontown NJ, Middletown NJ, Colts Neck NJ, Rumson NJ, Holmdel NJ, Long Branch NJ, West Long Branch NJ, Ocean City NJ, Oceanport NJ, and surrounding areas.