It’s a mum-to-be milestone, so get clued up on what actually happens at your 20-week scan
‘There’ll be a chat with whoever’s doing your scan beforehand, so you can ask any questions and tell him or her whether you want to know the sex,’ says Shreelata.
If you choose not to but change your mind later on, finding out is easier with some hospitals than others. ‘Departmental policies vary, so ask about this,’ says Shree. ‘Some ultrasound reports contain the baby's sex while others don’t, so another scan may be necessary.
More than 45,000 women have an anomaly detected at their 20-week scan each year; for advice and support, visit the charityThere are no known risks to the baby or you from having an ultrasound scan, however the 20 week anomaly scan may provide information that may mean you have to make some important decisions.
For example, if any defects are discovered or the sonographer has concerns about the baby's development, you may be offered further tests that have a risk of miscarriage, and you'll need to decide whether or not to have these tests.Your baby is now about six and a half inches or about the size of a small cantaloupe melon. Read more about your baby atRead more popular articles
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