My doctor has scheduled my first scan, and I'm a bit nervous and excited. What exactly happens during the first ultrasound scan in pregnancy? What do they usually check for at this stage?
I totally understand that nervous excitement, dear. The first scan is usually the viability scan around 7-8 weeks to hear the baby's heartbeat. Hearing that tiny lub-dub for the first time is the most magical feeling in the world.
It's simply the dating scan to check the gestational age and heartbeat, usually done around 7-8 weeks. Sometimes they do a transvaginal scan if it's too early, so don't get surprised. Just drink enough water if they ask you to, and get it done.
I remember my first scan was at 7 weeks, it was the dating scan to check the heartbeat. I was so nervous before going inside. Did everyone else also feel super anxious before their first ultrasound?
It is completely normal to feel terrified before the first scan, I was practically shaking. It's called a dating scan, usually done between 6 to 8 weeks to confirm the pregnancy and check the heartbeat. Take a deep breath, it will go well.
Yes, it is called the dating scan, done around 7 or 8 weeks. I went for it with my mom and husband, and we were so happy to hear the heartbeat. My parents kept praying outside the clinic, it was a very special day.
