A dating scan is usually done to check how many weeks pregnant you are, but can be done for other reasons, such as if you have had bleeding during your pregnancy or you have had previous miscarriages.

Can a scan tell me how many weeks pregnant I am?

A dating scan is the most accurate way to predict your due date, also known as your estimated date of delivery (EDD). The point of the scan is to work out how many weeks pregnant you are. You may have calculated the length of your pregnancy from the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP).

How accurate is a dating scan at 7 weeks?

The earlier the ultrasound is done, the more accurate it is at estimating the babys due date. Ultrasounds performed during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy are generally within 3 - 5 days of accuracy. The most accurate time is between 8 and 11 weeks gestation.

What happens at an early pregnancy scan?

Youll be asked to lie on your back and reveal your tummy. The sonographer will put ultrasound gel on your tummy, which makes sure there is good contact between the machine and your skin. The sonographer passes a probe over your tummy and a picture of the baby will appear on the ultrasound screen.

What is early pregnancy scan?

Home/Early Pregnancy Scan/Viability Scan. This is an ultrasound examination that is usually carried out vaginally but can be done abdominally at around 7 weeks onwards. It aims to determine the number of fetuses present and whether the pregnancy is progressing normally inside the uterus.

Is it worth having an early pregnancy scan?

Early reassurance scans are a fantastic way to confirm your gestation period and get a rough estimate of your babys due date. Providing that you are at least six weeks into the pregnancy, the sonographer will be able to take measurements of the baby, from the crown to the rump.

Should you be showing at 7 weeks pregnant?

7 weeks pregnant belly At week 7, youre still not showing yet. Most first-time pregnancies dont show until around week 12. If youve had previous pregnancies, you may show earlier as a result of stretching of the muscles in your uterus and belly. Until then, enjoy your svelte figure.

Can I lay on my stomach at 7 weeks pregnant?

What about sleeping on your stomach? Sleeping on your stomach is fine in early pregnancy—but sooner or later youll have to turn over. Generally, sleeping on your stomach is OK until the belly is growing, which is between 16 and 18 weeks.