In trained hands it is yes! We are all qualified, experienced sonographers.

Our ultrasound machine is as safe as any other ultrasound machine used by a professional who has a recognized qualification in ultrasound scanning. Ultrasound technology has been the subject of many clinical trials over the last 30 years and has not been shown to cause any harm to mother or baby. It is just the same type of machine used in your maternity hospital to perform all the regular diagnostic examinations of your baby.

EFSUMB Clinical Safety Statement for Diagnostic Ultrasound states that ultrasound examinations should be performed only by competent personnel who are trained and updated in ultrasound safety matters. All Galway Baby Scan Sonographers are compliant in ultrasound safety matters.

Yes, of course! This is, after all your experience and we encourage you to invite your loved ones along to enjoy the wonderful experience with you (especially since numbers are usually restricted during routine hospital scans). We can comfortably fit 4 but if family members don't mind standing additional guests are welcome and we have a wall mounted screen so everyone should be able to see. We also welcome children, it is a special time for bonding for them too.

Yes. A full bladder, drink 1 to 2 pints of water an hour before scan for early scans before 14 weeks.

No. Your scan at Galway Baby Scans is in not a replacement for your routine hospital appointments and scans. You should always attend your hospital scans as required.

Yes, just let our staff know before your scan and we will make every effort to keep your secret!