05/07/2026
There's something incredibly special about seeing your baby on an ultrasound.
For many parents, it's one of the moments where pregnancy truly starts to feel real.
But every ultrasound is doing much more than capturing beautiful images.
Throughout your pregnancy, each scan helps us build a picture of how your baby is growing and developing. Depending on the stage of pregnancy, we assess:
π€ Your baby's heartbeat, ensuring it is strong and developing as expected.
π€ Growth and development, measuring your baby to make sure they're growing appropriately for their gestation.
π€ Anatomy, carefully examining organs such as the brain, heart, kidneys, spine and limbs.
π€ The placenta, checking its position and how it's supporting your baby's growth.
π€ Amniotic fluid, which plays an important role in your baby's development and wellbeing.
π€ Your baby's position, particularly as you get closer to birth, helping us plan for a safe delivery.
Every scan gives us important information about both your baby's health and your pregnancy. They're reassuring milestones, but they're also valuable medical assessments that help guide your care every step of the way.
And yes... seeing those tiny fingers, little stretches, or a hand waving back at Mum never gets old.
If you're looking for personalised pregnancy care on the Gold Coast, we'd be honoured to be part of your journey.
π 07 55 649 683
π www.SHEmedical.com.au