Preparing For Your Ultrasound
đź’§ Preparing for Your Ultrasound Appointment
Stay Hydrated!
To achieve the best possible images, we recommend increasing your water intake during the week leading up to your appointment. Proper hydration can significantly enhance amniotic fluid levels, which helps improve image clarity and baby movement.
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First Trimester (6–13 Weeks)
• Full bladder recommended. A full bladder helps lift the uterus so we can see baby more clearly. Drink water before your appointment, but only enough to feel comfortably full — no need to overdo it.
• Start hydrating 3–5 days before your visit. This helps improve image quality and makes blood sample collection (for SneakPeek® DNA tests) easier.
• Bring a cold drink. A chilly beverage can help get baby moving if needed.
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Second Trimester (14–27 Weeks)
• No full bladder needed after 15 weeks. You can come with an empty bladder if you’d like!
• Hydration is still important. Drink plenty of water in the 3–5 days before your appointment to help get the clearest images possible.
• Cold drinks can help. A cold juice or smoothie might encourage baby to move during your scan.
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Third Trimester (28–40+ Weeks)
• No full bladder needed.
• Stay hydrated. Keep up good water intake for at least 3–5 days before your appointment. It really helps with image quality, especially as baby gets bigger.
• Cold drink tip: A cold drink right before your session can help baby wake up and get into a better position for photos.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- Sometimes, the images we’re hoping for aren’t obtainable at the time of your visit due to baby's position. And that’s okay! We’ll schedule you to come back for a discounted or free re scan (depending on which package you purchased)
- A valid debit or credit card with funds available is required to hold your appointment. Your card will be charged a 20% deposit fee to hold your appointment, and the remainder will be collected after the session.
- Life happens! We get it. If you need to cancel or reschedule your visit, please do your best to call at least 48 hours ahead of your appointment time. If you cancel with less than 48 hours notice, you may be ineligible for a refund
**Refunds will not be issued for no-call/no-shows
If you have any other questions, please feel free to call or text!
772-269-7319
Hydration Matters:Â
The Importance Of Drinking Water For Your 4D/5D Ultrasound Appointment
While the prospect of seeing your little one in detail is undoubtedly thrilling, there’s a simple yet crucial preparation step often overlooked – staying well-hydrated.”
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Pregnancy is a remarkable journey filled with anticipation and excitement, and modern technology allows expecting parents to catch a glimpse of their baby’s world through 4D/5D ultrasound imaging. While the prospect of seeing your little one in detail is undoubtedly thrilling, there’s a simple yet crucial preparation step often overlooked – staying well-hydrated. In this blog post, we’ll explore why drinking water is so important before your 3D ultrasound appointment.
Clearer Images:
One of the primary reasons ultrasound studios recommend drinking water before a 4D/5D ultrasound is to ensure clearer images. Adequate hydration helps improve the amniotic fluid levels around the baby. Amniotic fluid acts as a medium through which sound waves travel during the ultrasound, creating the images you’ll cherish. When the amniotic fluid levels are optimal, it enhances the clarity and resolution of the images, providing a more detailed view of your baby’s features.
Positioning Assistance:
Hydration not only benefits the quality of images but also aids in the baby’s positioning during the ultrasound. Ample amniotic fluid allows the baby to move more freely, making it easier for the ultrasound technician to capture various angles and aspects of your baby’s development. This can be especially crucial if you’re hoping to get a good look at specific features, such as the face or hands.
Optimal Experience for Parents:
Beyond the medical aspects, staying well-hydrated contributes to a more enjoyable experience for expecting parents. Clearer and more detailed images can enhance the emotional connection to the unborn baby, providing a memorable and heartwarming experience during the ultrasound session.
So, to sum it up:
As you prepare for your 4D/5D ultrasound appointment, remember the simple yet impactful step of staying hydrated. Drinking an adequate amount of water in the days leading up to the appointment can make a significant difference in the quality of the images, the ease of the procedure, and the overall experience for both you and your ultrasound technologist. At Precious Peek 5D, we encourage our expecting moms to drink half to one gallon of water in the week leading up to their 4D/5D ultrasound appointment. So, fill up that water bottle and ensure that you and your baby are ready for a beautiful and clear glimpse into the world of pregnancy through the magic of 4D/5D ultrasound imaging.