Frequently Asked Questions

We suggest visiting between 24 – 30 weeks to get the cutest facial images.  Women with twins should visit no later than 27 weeks, since twins have less space. 

We encourage you to bring family and friends with you.  We have a maximum limit of 7 guests.  If you are considering an Easy Breezy Baby Shower at Belly View Ultrasound, please call for guest limit details.

We use the GE Voluson 730 Expert, the top-of-the-line ultrasound machine.  This machine is used by the world’s finest prenatal clinics and is as safe as the ultrasound machine used at your doctor’s office. 

Ultrasound technology has been the subject of clinical studies over the past 30 years and has not been shown to cause any harm to mother or baby.  Ultrasound sessions are no longer than 30 minutes.

We offer the opportunity to capture your baby in live-motion 4D ultrasound to provide a positive bond for parents and their unborn child.  We also offer keepsakes, like videos set to music and pictures, and a family friendly environment to share the special moment with those closest to you.  This in no way replaces the ultrasound at your doctor’s office.

ABSOLUTELY NOT.  Women seeking an elective prenatal ultrasound must already be receiving prenatal care with a healthcare provider and have already undergone a medical, diagnostic ultrasound to confirm any pregnancy related issues. 

Depending on the package you choose, the session will last between 15 – 30 minutes, however we ask that you arrive 15 minutes early for registration and plan for 15 minutes after your session for the printing of pictures and the formatting of the DVD/CD.  Please ask all your guests to be on time.

At this point, insurance does not cover this because it is an elective procedure and is not intended to be a replacement for your physician ordered ultrasound.  You will need to pay out of pocket for your package of choice.

Drink plenty of water.  If you do not normally drink water daily you should consider doing so beginning at least 5 days before your scheduled appointment.  Hydration can really improve the clarity of an ultrasound.  Have a good meal 30-60 minutes before your appointment.  Try and include fruit or fruit juice with your meal (unless otherwise ordered by your physician).

Usually, but sometimes if the baby is persistently looking away from us, or if hands and feet are in the way it may be difficult to see the baby's face. Issues that can make the images less than perfect are: the amount of fluid around the area of interest, the location of the placenta, age of the fetus, and fetal position. However, we do our very best to get the best images of your baby! Each baby will scan differently, and we can make no promises that the images will always meet your expectations. We do promise, however to do everything we can to get the very best images possible.