The pregnancy ultrasound is by far the most exciting and fun test for women to take. At approxmately 18 weeks into the pregnancy it is used to accurately pinpoint the expected arrival date of the baby, as well as see how the baby is developing. Yes, you will be able to determine whether the baby is a boy or a girl as well.

1. Track The Development Of Your Baby

A general practitioner will be able to tell if your baby is healthy or whether there is cause for concern. Although this is quite alarming for the expecting parents, it is essential for the health of your baby. If something is wrong, you will be required to go in for further testing.

2. Get To Know Your Baby

With Ultrasound, you can be introduced to a visual of your baby for the very first time! In many cases this is the first real wakeup call that both expecting parents have that a baby is on the way. Although tiny and not fully developed, the baby will be moving and some of its shape will be recognizable. The person carrying out the ultrasound will be able to point out how the baby is doing and answer any questions.

3. Is It A Boy Or A Girl?

The pregnancy ultrasound will reveal the burning question asked to the expecting parents time and time again - is it a boy or a girl? Depending on the procedures employed by the place giving the ultrasound, this information will be given to the parents upon request. This information is given on the understanding that it is as it appears, and may not be correct. Some rare cases have been known to be wrong, but in general, it is always right.

4. Things You Must Know

As you know, the Ultrasound can help to predict the due date for the baby. Unfortunately, if the prediction by the Ultrasound differs from your doctors prediction, you need to prepare for both due dates! A later ultrasound may reveal a different date. If this happens, prepare for the earliest date, just in case.