FAQ's

• Will I always get great images of my baby?

  Most of the time we are able to get great images, but not always. Sometimes if the baby is looking facing down toward mom's spine we are unable to get images, same happens if the baby is laying against the placenta. Every baby scans differently, depending on its gestational age, position, amount of fluid, and mother's condition. We promise to make every possible efforts to obtain the best possible images of what ever parts of the baby that can be seen.

• What will determine quality of the images?

  Fetal position is the number one determination of how your image quality will be. Some babies come ready for viewing and great images are obtained. Others simply turn their back or cuddle up to the placenta or the uterine wall or insist on putting their hands and feet in front of their face. We will try hard to make your baby move in order to see and image the face. Drinking juice or eating a little candy may help the baby move a little on that day of imaging.

• What can I do to improve the images of my ultrasound?

  WATER - Is the best answer , how to improve your ultrasound images. You should be drinking plenty of water beginning at least 30 minutes, before your scheduled appointment. Water can improve the quality of an ultrasound.

• What if we are not able to get images?

  It is our number one priority at Meet Your Baby to obtain the absolute best images of your baby & make sure you are satisfied to the maximum. We use the top of the line ultrasound equipment to ensure this, however, some factors that determine the outcome of your ultrasound are out of our control such as: location of your placenta, the amount of amniotic fluid surrounding your baby, the clarity of the amniotic fluid, the baby's position, & the overall fetal environment. If we are unable to determine the gender of your child or obtain 3D/4D images at your scheduled appointment due to these factors mentioned above, you will be asked to reschedule & come back for a second appointment within the next 14 days .

• What if my baby is in breech position?

  Breech position is when the baby's head is located at the top of your uterus & feet are down. If you do know that your baby is in breech position prior to your 3D/4D ultrasound, we do advise you to reschedule your appointment a few weeks later to allow more time for the baby to turn. Good pictures can be obtained with breech babies, but they are not guaranteed & are much more likely if the baby head is down. However some babies remain breech until very late in the pregnancy or never turn, if this is the case you can still do a 3D/4D ultrasound and we should be able to get good images if you have plenty of amniotic fluid.

• If I am over weight , will I be able to get clear ultrasound images?

  If you are overweight you should not be afraid to have a 4D elective ultrasound, however we strongly urge that you wait until after 30 weeks gestation to give the baby time to obtain more fat on their face. If you are over weight you will need to have a VERY high level of amniotic fluid to obtain clear images of the baby. If you drink the recommend amount of water in the weeks leading up to your appointment there is no reason you should not be able to obtain great images.

• Do you provide still pictures and video of the session?

  Most of our 4D sessions include a recording of your session on USB . Since majority of your session is spent in a 3D/4D mode, we will capture it all for you on a USB , so you can get entertained from this life time experience again and again. Depending on the package you have chosen ,a USB contains your whole session recording and digital still images of your baby on it. USB contains as many best images as we can during the session ,which varies from baby to baby depending on their activity and positioning. You can use your USB , to print baby photos ,and email to family and friends, post on Facebook etc. Your USB along with still pictures will also have full video of your whole session performed by our Sonographer.

• Does this replaces an Ultrasound at my doctor's office ?

  ABSOLUTELY NOT- Women seeking a prenatal Ultrasound with Meet Your Baby, may already be receiving treatment with a health care provider for prenatal care and have already undergone a medical, diagnostic Ultrasound , ordered by their health care provider to confirm their due date, and screen for fetal anomalies, and to look for any other pregnancy related issues. During the ultrasound session , we confirm the heartbeat, the number of babies in the pregnancy, the position of the baby, and the placental location. Please note, that at no time this exam replaces a regular diagnostic Ultrasound.

• Do I need an appointment?

  Yes, appointments are necessary for all of our services. Call +1 825 712 6790 to schedule an appointment or book your appointment online on our web page meetyourbaby.ca

• Does the location of my placenta impact the quality of my images?

  Not necessarily. Many clients with anterior placenta ( in front ) often ask if there will be difficulty seeing their baby with a 3d/4d ultrasound. A large percentage of our clients have anterior placenta and we are able to scan from the side and around the placenta to see the baby. In some cases, the baby will face into the placenta, whether it is anterior, posterior ( along the back) or fundal ( along the top), in which case, we will work to try to get the baby to move away from the placenta. Some of the images will have parts of the placenta in them, after all, we are imaging the baby in the womb. We will do our best to get as much of the face in view as possible but a full face shot is not always available. Similarly, babies are often going to be putting their hands and feet in their face and may not free up a view of the entire face. Many moms write back to tell us that their babies make the same gestures and put hands and feet in the face after birth just as they did in the womb and it makes them treasure the ultrasound images even more.

• What kind of Ultrasound equipment do you use to perform the 4D Ultrasounds?

  We use the state of the art equipment from GE to complete all Ultrasound examinations. Our equipment has been advertised in GE television commercials and many printed articles in known medical jounrals, from around the world. This machine is the best 2D, 3D and 4D Ultrasound machine available in the market Many organizations claim to use "state-of-the-art" equipment, while in fact they use older or inferior technology machines. Only the GE equipment generates 3D images with amazing clarity and gives you the same clarity with 4D imagery of your baby in motion. Our sonogram equipment allows you to see your baby in live motion video unlike any other equipment in the market.

• How much does it cost?

  We have different packages to fit to anyone's budget. Please refer to our packages section of the website for pricing.

• Who will perform the exam?

  Our certified sonographer with 15 years of proven experience will perform ultrasound scans.

• What is essential for the best images?

  Adequate fluid around the baby, fetal movement (not just those strong jabs with body parts), and fat on the baby body are the prerequisites to obtain the optimum scans.

• Can I see my baby if I wait greater than 34 weeks?

  Yes with appropriate fluid and movement the images and expressions are remarkable. Check my facebook account for examples.

• Will session USB have an entire thirty minutes or hour on it?

  Not always. There are lot of variables , which hinder a clear and smooth video recording . Like baby position ,placenta covering baby face ,not enough amniotic fluid etc etc

• Can you tell me what my baby weighs?

  To estimate the fetal weight you must have written orders from your physician, so the sonographer can obtain the necessary measurements for this purpose.

• What is a diagnostic prenatal ultrasound?

  We provide 3D/4D non diagnostic ultrasound experience to expectant parents ,for a positive bonding experience between parents and their unborn baby. We also provide whole session videos and digital baby photos recorded on a USB. This ultrasound exam is not performed to assess any of baby abnormalities. A routine diagnostic examination should always be performed to assess the gestational age of the fetus, for the screening of genetic disorders and fetal anomalies as prescribed by your family doctor.