Wellbeing Scan Cardiff (From 26 Weeks)

A wellbeing scan Cardiff service at Innermost Healthcare provides a detailed third trimester pregnancy scan to assess your baby’s growth, estimated fetal weight and overall wellbeing from 26 weeks onwards.

At Innermost Healthcare, we provide private third trimester wellbeing scans in Cardiff within a regulated, consultant-led clinic environment. This scan is ideal for parents who would like reassurance in later pregnancy, particularly if there are concerns about growth, reduced movements, fluid levels, previous pregnancy complications, or simply a wish to check that all appears well.

A wellbeing scan can provide reassurance in the third trimester and may also help identify concerns that need further review. If a problem is suspected, findings can be reviewed promptly within the same clinic by an experienced Consultant in Fetal Medicine. Click here to learn more about pregnancy scans.

What is a wellbeing scan in Cardiff?

A wellbeing scan is a late pregnancy ultrasound examination performed from 26 weeks onwards. It is designed to assess your baby’s growth and condition in the third trimester, and to provide more information than simply measuring the size of your bump.

This type of scan may be particularly helpful if you would like reassurance in late pregnancy, have had previous complications, or wish to monitor growth over time.

What does a wellbeing scan assess?

This detailed third trimester scan evaluates several important aspects of your baby’s health and development, including:

• Head circumference
• Abdominal circumference
• Femur length
• Estimated fetal weight (EFW)
• Amniotic fluid volume
• Umbilical artery blood flow (Doppler)
• Placental location
• Viability and heartbeat
• Baby’s position
• Some major abnormalities may also be seen
• Gender confirmation, if you would like this and if visibility allows

Most wellbeing scans are carried out trans-abdominally using an abdominal ultrasound probe. A full bladder is not usually required for this type of scan.

After your scan, you will usually receive access to your images via our secure Tricefy Baby Scan Photo Service so that you can download and share them easily.

Why choose a third trimester wellbeing scan in Cardiff?

Many parents choose a private wellbeing scan in the third trimester for reassurance. This may be especially helpful if:

• you would like confirmation that your baby is growing appropriately
• you are concerned about your baby’s movements
• you have had previous pregnancy complications
• you have been told your bump is measuring small or large
• you would like a private check on your baby’s wellbeing
• you want a clearer assessment of growth, fluid and placental blood flow

This wellbeing scan Cardiff assessment provides reassurance by evaluating growth, estimated fetal weight, amniotic fluid and placental blood flow. No scan can detect every condition or guarantee a normal outcome, but this assessment can provide valuable information about your baby’s condition in late pregnancy.

Check your baby, not just your bump

A programme or series of wellbeing scans allows growth to be assessed over time. This can be more informative than a single size measurement alone, because growth velocity is often more important than size at one moment in pregnancy.

A small baby who is growing normally may still be healthy, whereas a larger baby whose growth has slowed may need closer review. Babies who are significantly compromised, or at risk of stillbirth, may require further assessment or early delivery. This is one reason why third trimester ultrasound can be so valuable in selected pregnancies.

Consultant-led pregnancy care in Cardiff

All scans at Innermost Healthcare are provided within a regulated medical clinic in Cardiff. This is an important difference from many standard private scan providers.

If a concern is identified, findings can be reviewed promptly by an experienced Consultant in Fetal Medicine. This helps avoid unnecessary delay and can provide rapid access to senior clinical advice, further assessment and clear planning where needed.

Who performs the scan?

Our wellbeing scans are undertaken by fully qualified, regulated and insured sonographers. If any issue or concern is identified, consultant review can be arranged promptly. This provides an additional layer of safety, reassurance and specialist expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I have a wellbeing scan?

Wellbeing scans are usually performed from 26 weeks onwards and are most commonly requested in the third trimester.

Can a wellbeing scan detect problems?

A wellbeing scan can identify concerns such as reduced growth, low amniotic fluid, abnormal placental blood flow, or an unexpected change in presentation. However, no scan can detect all conditions or guarantee a normal outcome.

Do I need a full bladder?

No. A full bladder is not normally needed for a third trimester wellbeing scan.

Can I find out the sex of the baby?

Yes, if you would like this and if the view is clear, the baby’s sex can usually be confirmed again during the scan.

Will I receive pictures?

Yes. Images are usually provided through our secure Tricefy Baby Scan Photo Service.

Related Pregnancy Services

• Second Trimester Pregnancy Services
• Third Trimester Pregnancy Services
• Pregnancy Scans in Cardiff
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