Women's Health & Pregnancy
About this service
An obstetric ultrasound is a scan performed in our rooms at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek to monitor your baby's growth and development at various stages of pregnancy. Using sound waves rather than radiation, the scan lets your doctor check on your baby's progress, position, and general wellbeing, offering reassurance and important information as your pregnancy continues.
Routine scans are commonly done at certain points during pregnancy, and your doctor will advise when scans are recommended for you specifically. The scan is done with a probe over your abdomen, and your doctor will talk you through what is seen on the screen during the appointment.
What to expect
- You will lie down while a gel and probe are used over your abdomen
- The scan is generally done at recommended stages of pregnancy
- There is no radiation involved in an ultrasound scan
- Your doctor will point out what is visible during the scan
- Findings and any next steps will be discussed with you afterwards
Who is it for?
You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:
- Routine pregnancy monitoring at a recommended stage
- Wanting to check on your baby's growth and development
- Confirming pregnancy progress and position
- A doctor's recommendation during antenatal care
- General reassurance during pregnancy
Frequently asked questions
When in pregnancy should I have an obstetric ultrasound?
Routine pregnancy scans are commonly done in the first and second trimesters, and your doctor will advise which stages suit your pregnancy. Extra scans may be suggested if there is a concern about growth or position.
Do I need a full bladder for a pregnancy scan?
Early in pregnancy a comfortably full bladder helps your doctor see the uterus more clearly, so drink some water before you arrive. Later scans usually need no preparation at all.
Is a pregnancy ultrasound safe for my baby?
Ultrasound uses sound waves rather than radiation and has been part of antenatal care for decades. The probe simply rests on your abdomen with some gel, and most people find it comfortable.
Ready to book your obstetric (pregnancy) ultrasound?
Choose a date and time online and we will confirm your appointment at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek. Medical aid and private patients welcome.