First time pregnant and everyone keeps talking about different scans, im getting confused how many there are. Just had my first one at 8 weeks. Can someone list out which scans come at which month roughly?
The main ones are NT scan and the 5th-month TIFFA anomaly scan. Scans can be quite expensive, so check if your insurance covers them or find a reliable, budget-friendly diagnostic lab early.
You'll have a dating scan first, then NT scan at 12 weeks, Anomaly scan at 20 weeks, and a growth scan later. Plan your leaves in advance so you don't miss these crucial doctor appointments.
I remember being so anxious before every scan when my baby was in my tummy. Now he is a toddler and I look back at those ultrasound photos with so much love, don't worry everything goes fine.
I totally understand how exciting and nervous it feels to see your little miracle on the screen during the scans. The 20-week anomaly scan is beautiful because you get to see their tiny fingers and toes.
Make sure you don't miss the growth scan in the third trimester. I had gestational diabetes, and that scan was crucial to check if the baby's weight was growing too fast due to sugar levels.
