What Is a Private Baby Scan and Is It Worth It?

If you are pregnant in the UK, you will be offered two routine NHS scans. But many expectant parents choose to book additional private scans for extra reassurance and a more personal experience. Here is everything you need to know.

What Is a Private Baby Scan?

A private baby scan is an ultrasound performed outside the NHS at a specialist clinic. No referral is needed — you simply book directly. Private scans use the same safe ultrasound technology, performed by qualified, experienced sonographers.

Private vs NHS: What’s Different?

• Flexibility — book at a time that suits you, often with minimal waiting

• More time — sonographers explain findings and answer your questions

• Additional scan types — early pregnancy, gender, and 4D scans not available on NHS

• Scan photos and video clips to take home

• Partners and family members welcome to attend

Are Private Scans Safe?

Yes. Private pregnancy scans use the same safe, non-invasive ultrasound technology as NHS scans. Always choose a CQC-registered clinic staffed by accredited sonographers.

Book at MyBaby Ultrasound, Camberley

We are CQC registered with over 7 years of clinical expertise. Early reassurance, gender reveal, or 4D bonding scans — all from just £65. Book today.