Fertility Services at Baby Bump

1. What is a Gynaecology or Fertility Scan?
A gynaecology scan is an ultrasound examination used to assess the female reproductive organs, including the uterus, ovaries, and pelvic area. It helps diagnose conditions such as fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis which can be the cause for pain, heavy periods and may contribute towards infertility or the re-current miscarriage. 

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2. Types of Gynaecology Scans:

• Transabdominal Scan: Performed over the abdomen with a full bladder.

• Transvaginal Scan: Involves a probe inserted into the vagina for clearer imaging, typically more detailed than abdominal scans.

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3.   Why may you need a Gynaecology or Fertility Ultrasound:

• Irregular or heavy periods

• Pelvic pain or bloating

• Difficulty conceiving

• Postmenopausal bleeding

• Monitoring known conditions like fibroids or PCOS

• Before fertility treatment to determine pathologies

• During fertility treatment; measuring the endometrial lining, follicular tracking

• If you have experienced re-current miscarriages

• Diagnosing Uterine Malformation, for example; Didelphys, Bicornuate uterus which may cause miscarriage.

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4. What to Expect During the Scan

• Usually lasts 15–30 minutes

• May be mildly uncomfortable but not painful

• You might be asked to drink water before the scan (for abdominal)

• A transvaginal scan requires consent and is done with privacy and care

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5. Preparation Guidelines

• Drink water for abdominal scans

• No preparation usually needed for transvaginal scans, but you may be asked to empty your bladder

• Wear comfortable clothing

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6. Results and Follow-up

• You will be given a report to take home, we can advise when you are required to have a review by clinician, we can recommend Clinicians but this is your responsibility to act upon findings. If you are going to start IVF and have a checklist that is required to be completed, please bring it along so we can ensure we perform all the required checks. 

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7. FAQs

• Is it safe? — Yes, ultrasound uses sound waves and has no radiation.

• Can I have a scan during my period? — It’s often okay, but check with your provider.

• Will it hurt? — It can be slightly uncomfortable, especially the transvaginal scan, but it shouldn’t be painful.

 

Why Choose us and questions to consider when choosing a Scan Clinic to perform your Ultrasound.

 

Can you perform a 3D scan?

Yes we have a 3D Probe which is important to diagnose uterine malformations which is important to know if you have had re-current miscarriages.

 

What are the qualifications of your staff?

Our staff are a mixture of Sonographers who have PGcert Qualifications in Diagnostic Gynaecology Ultrasound, Obstetrics and Early Pregnancy.  Two of our Sonographers are experienced Fertility sonographers who can also take your bloods, we have contacts with a practitioner who may also be able to provide you with a private prescription.

 

Could this report be used by a fertility clinic?

Yes, most fertility clinics will accept our scan reports because of the qualifications our staff have but it is important for you to check first.  We understand that choosing the right fertility clinic is important for you due to big factorial considerations such as cost of treatment and travel time to appointments.  However, by choosing our clinic for your ultrasound scans and bloods you have a greater choice of which fertility consultant you choose to have your treatment plan with; for example you may choose a fertility clinic abroad.    

 

We have evening and weekend appointments

We understand attending appointments in work time is stressful, therefore we offer flexible appointments in the evening and at weekends.

 

Competitive prices, we pride ourselves on being fairly priced.

We understand fertility treatment is an expensive and emotional journey.  Please see our transparent competitive price list to help you make an informed decision. 

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Please see our Fertility Packages below which can be found on our website. Please contact the team if you have a specific Fertility requirement. ​​​