Gender Determination at only 9 weeks
During a pregnancy finding out the sex of the baby is usually the most exciting part for expecting parents. In fact, about 75% of the ultrasounds we perform at Mother Nurture Ultrasound are early gender determination scans. In the 1980’s and 1990’s before elective...
How to Get the Best Ultrasound Photos
If you’re pregnant, you’ve probably already drooled over the dreamy 3D ultrasound photos that are constantly popping up on your Facebook feed, Instagram and in local mommy groups. In the last 4-5 years elective ultrasound has become increasingly popular as more...
How to prep for your elective ultrasound
You just made an appointment for an elective ultrasound and you are soooooo excited to see your baby! You tell all your friends and family, announce your appointment date and time to all your Facebook friends, and gloat about the pictures and videos to come! During...
When Will I Feel My Baby Move?
Whether it is your first pregnancy or your fifth, every expecting mother looks forward to the moment they get to feel the baby move for the first time. I remember the awkward sensation with my first pregnancy when I couldn’t determine if the subtle feelings were gas...
What is High Definition Ultrasound?
In today’s world technology is changing and advancing faster than most of us can keep up with. Seems like only yesterday I was listening to my walk-man on my way to school and now I’m live streaming music through my cell phone at the touch of a button! The medical...
What’s the Difference Between a 3D and 4D Ultrasound?
I often have people ask me about the differences among all the types of ultrasounds; specifically between 3D and 4D. And recently, the new addition of the HD technology has confused people even more. In this blog I am going to clear up all the confusion. Below are...
When is the Best Time to Get a 3D Ultrasound?
Owning an elective ultrasound facility, I often get the age old question “When is the best time to come in for a 3D/4D ultrasound?” My facetious response: When you’re pregnant. My professional business response: Well, that depends... I know, neither of the responses...
How is an Elective Ultrasound Different Than What I Get at My Doctor’s Office?
How is an Elective Ultrasound Different Than What I Get at My Doctor’s Office? You’re 18-22 weeks pregnant and the day has finally arrived when you get to see your little miracle during your anatomic ultrasound at the doctor’s office! You squirm in discomfort as you...
Gender Guilt
Gender Guilt Let’s Face it, Deep Down We All Have a Preference! As if it was just yesterday, I remember walking into an elective ultrasound studio when I was 16 weeks pregnant with my second child. My husband and I already had a daughter and I so badly wanted a son; a...