Frequently Asked Questions
Why
use our services?
Our focus is you.
Our center specializes in the best 2D, 3D, and 4D imaging
available to bring you closer to your baby – sooner.
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How
far along should I be before I have a 3D/4D elective ultrasound?
We recommend having your 3D/4D ultrasound performed around the
25th-30th week of your pregnancy, and 27-30 weeks for our fuller
figured mommies
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When
should I book my 3D/4D appointment?
You may book your appointment in advance, or call to see what is
available in the near future. Our appointments do tend to book up
quickly – especially on Saturdays, so booking in advance is
recommended. We save this appointment time especially for you to enjoy
your baby with family and friends. Because of this, we ask that you
kindly give us 24-hour notice of cancellation or rescheduling to avoid
a cancellation/no-show fee. Thank you in advance for your
cooperation with this policy.
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What
are the requirements for receiving an elective ultrasound?
We offer elective ultrasounds to expectant mothers who are currently
under prenatal care. Written confirmation of this is required
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please call our office for details. This elective ultrasound does NOT
take the place of a complete diagnostic ultrasound, or any other type
of care your healthcare provider requires. Our elective services are
simply a wonderful adjunct to the care you are currently receiving.
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Who
performs the ultrasounds?
Our ultrasound staff are trained sonographers. We expect the best, and
so should you. Let our trained staff allow you to experience the
miracle of life as it has never been seen before!
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How
safe is 3D/4D ultrasound?
Ultrasound has been a routine practice in prenatal care throughout the
U.S. It has been studied for over 35 years, and has been shown to cause
no harm to either the mother or the baby. Your 3D/4D ultrasound session
utilizes the same type of ultrasound as a regular 2D scan performed in
the doctor's office. The power or intensity DOES NOT change when moving
from 2D to 3D/4D. It is actually a new computer software in our
systems, NOT a different type of ultrasound, that creates these
remarkable images.
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Will
my 3D images always turn out the way I expect?
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. Also - if placenta is in the way, or for our fuller
figured mommies, the images will tend to be a bit fuzzier.
Unfortunately - Baby Rules! However, we do our very best to get the
best images we can! 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. Issues that can make the images less than perfect are: the
amount of fluid around the area of interest, fuller-figured
mothers-to-be, age of the fetus, and fetal position.
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How
many guests may I bring?
We believe this should be a family experience! We can comfortably seat
5 people in our exam room. However, if you have more people that you
would like to share this experience with, just let us know in advance
and we would be happy to gather more seating for your guests.
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Do
you offer Gender Determination?
Yes, we do. Again - Baby Rules - we can't make guarantees that your
little one will cooperate with us, but we can guarantee we will make
every effort to determine the gender of your child. We are
able
to spend more time determining the gender of your baby than at your
doctor’s office.
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What
if I DON'T want to know the gender of my child?
NO PROBLEM!! Many parents think that because this technology creates
such clear images, that there is no way to hide the sex. NOT TRUE! We
have had many families request that we not determine gender. When this
is the wish of our guests, we accommodate with no questions asked. We
simply stay away from that area of your child, and focus on other
areas, such as face, hands, arms, etc. Just let us know your wishes and
we will be happy to hide the gender for you!
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Can
I use my insurance for this ultrasound?
Because our service is elective, and not something that is required for
your care, insurance does not cover this ultrasound session. Therefore,
this will be an out of pocket expense. We accept cash, checks, debit
and most credit cards.
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Aren’t
these 3D/4D ultrasounds expensive?
You will be surprised at our low rates! Please call us today.
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Please note:
Expectant mothers wishing to have an elective ultrasound performed MUST
be under prenatal care for her pregnancy, and verify this with our
office staff. This elective ultrasound is NOT intended to take place of
a complete diagnostic ultrasound, or any other type of care required by
your healthcare provider.
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