#12 WEEK SONOGRAM FULL#
Generally speaking, a ‘normal’ 12 week ultrasound tends to be done transabdominally. An ultrasound scan can be used to: check your babys size at the 12-week dating scan, this gives a better idea of how many weeks pregnant you are your due. A full bladder is very important for the ultrasound exam. This scan confirms your pregnancy due date, finds out if you are having twins and looks for. It may also be offered after 11 or 12 weeks if a trans-abdominal scan doesnt give a clear. You will be offered this scan at 1214 weeks gestation. Neither the transabdominal nor the transvaginal 12 week ultrasounds are painful, although the transvaginal may feel a little uncomfortable. This gives the clearest and most accurate picture in early pregnancy. Then, you’ll lie down with your feet in stirrups ‒ we know, it’s not the most comfortable or elegant exam ‒ while the doctor uses a transducer (sort of shaped like a wand), inserted into your vagina so they can look at your uterus more clearly. The sonographer will rub their magic wand (aka a transducer) over the top, and the image of your baby-to-be will appear on the screen through the magic use of sound wave imaging.ĭuring a trans vaginal 12 weeks pregnant ultrasound, you’ll be asked to pee before your test (unlike a transabdominal), then they’ll need access to your lower body, so you may be asked to change into a hospital gown. The first thing to know is that there are two types of scans: transabdominal and transvaginal.Ĭhances are, your 12 week ultrasound will be of the transabdominal variety.ĭuring a trans abdominal ultrasound at 12 weeks of pregnancy, you’ll be asked to drink some water beforehand (so your bladder is a little full) and some gel will be rubbed on your bump.