Reassurance and Gender Scan
Price From – £59
A Gender and Reassurance scan is a private pregnancy ultrasound available from 16 weeks onwards. Its primary purpose is to carry out reassurance checks (fetal growth, movement, heartbeat, and amniotic fluid levels) and to determine your baby's gender with approximately 98% accuracy, while giving you the chance to see your baby's development at this exciting stage. Many parents choose this scan for reassurance, preparation, and to celebrate their pregnancy journey.
OUR SERVICE
What This Scan Includes
- Reassurance checks include your baby's heartbeat, movement, growth, and amniotic fluid levels.
- 3 thermal print photographs of your baby + 1 extra image of gender.
- Digital images securely available to download for your records
- A printed and digital report copy provided the same day
- Gender determination, explained clearly during your appointment (if requested)
- Sneak-a-peek 3D/4D preview images (subject to your baby's position)
- Free rescan if your baby's position prevents gender confirmation
- Performed in a calm, supportive environment by HCPC registered professionals in a CQC regulated clinic.
- 6 or more guests, including children
Optional Extras (Available in Clinic)
- Recording of the whole scan
- Heartbeat bear
- Gender reveal cannon
- Extra Machine prints
Prices available on request.
Who Is This For?
This scan is ideal for parents seeking reassurance about their baby's wellbeing after the 12-week scan. It is recommended if you want to check your baby's growth, heartbeat, and general development in the second trimester.
For parents who also wish to know their baby's gender, this scan provides confirmation from 16 weeks onwards. By combining wellbeing checks with gender determination, this scan offers both medical reassurance and the option for a joyful reveal.
How Is the Scan Performed?
The scan is performed in the same way as other routine pregnancy ultrasounds. A small amount of gel is applied to your tummy, and the sonographer gently moves the probe across your abdomen to obtain clear images.
The scan usually takes around 5-10 minutes, depending on your baby's position. If your baby is lying in a way that makes gender confirmation difficult, a free rescan may be offered. The procedure is completely safe, painless, and non-invasive.
How Can You Look for Gender on Scan?
From 16 weeks of pregnancy, ultrasound allows approximately 98% accurate visualisation of your baby's developing genitalia.
Baby boy: The sonographer will usually see the penis and scrotum, often referred to as the "turtle sign".
Baby girl: The sonographer looks for three distinct white lines of the labia, known as the "hamburger sign".
Our NHS-experienced sonographers use their expertise to ensure the best possible accuracy. Factors such as your baby's position, the amount of amniotic fluid, and maternal BMI can sometimes make visualisation more challenging. In these cases, we offer a free rescan to give the best possible chance of confirming your baby's gender.
How to Prepare
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing
- Arrive 5-10 minutes early to allow time for filling out forms and deciding on any optional extras
- Follow any booking instructions provided by our team (sent via email)
OUR PROCESS
What to Expect
We believe reassurance comes from knowing exactly what will happen. Our appointments are calm, unhurried, and clearly explained at every stage, so you feel informed, supported, and comfortable throughout your visit.
Before Your Appointment
Wear comfortable, loose clothing and arrive 5-10 minutes early to complete your forms and choose any optional extras. Follow any preparation instructions sent to you by email when you booked.
During the Scan
Your scan is carried out by an experienced, fully qualified sonographer. We explain what we're seeing as we go, answer questions, and take time to obtain clear images. The scan takes around 5-10 minutes depending on baby's position.
After the Scan
We'll talk you through the findings and confirm gender (if requested) before you leave. Your printed images and same-day report are provided as part of your appointment. If a rescan is needed, this is offered free of charge.
If you have any questions or concerns before your appointment, please don't hesitate to contact us — we're here to help.
Important Disclaimer
This scan is not a detailed abnormality assessment and does not replace the NHS anomaly scan offered between 18–22 weeks. Some conditions or abnormalities may not be visible or detectable at the time of the scan, and Serenity Ultrasound cannot be held responsible for conditions identified later in pregnancy.
4D “Sneak a Peek” image quality depends on factors including fetal position, maternal BMI, placental position and amniotic fluid levels. Further rescans to obtain additional 3D/4D images will not be offered. However, if gender cannot be confidently confirmed, a rescan will be offered in line with our rescan policy.
WE’RE HERE FOR YOU
Our Promise
At Serenity Ultrasound, our promise is simple:
Accuracy You
Can Trust
All scans performed by HCPC registered sonographers, with NHS expertise, and blood draws taken by certified phlebotomists.
Compassionate
Care
Every appointment carried out in a supportive, reassuring environment.
Trusted
Guidance
With digital reports, images, and explanations provided at every step.
Safe
& Regulated
A fully CQC-registered clinic with ongoing quality audits.
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