Pregnancy Reassurance Scan calm, focused wellbeing assessment.
A private ultrasound for expectant parents who want a focused pregnancy check between routine NHS appointments. The examination is tailored to gestation, with clear explanation of what can reasonably be assessed at that stage.
Transparent location-specific pricing.
Use the Kent route for Tunbridge Wells or Orpington. Canary Wharf has a separate London booking route.
Tunbridge Wells & Orpington
Pregnancy Reassurance Scan at either of our Kent / South East London locations.
- Focused pregnancy wellbeing assessment
- Clear explanation during the appointment
- Self-referral
- Appropriate onward guidance if needed
Canary Wharf
Pregnancy Reassurance Scan at our Canary Wharf clinic in London E14.
- Dedicated Canary Wharf booking route
- Focused pregnancy wellbeing assessment
- Self-referral
- Appropriate onward guidance if needed
A focused check tailored to your stage of pregnancy.
A reassurance scan is not identical at every gestation. The Sonographer assesses the features that are clinically appropriate and reasonably visible for your pregnancy stage.
Fetal cardiac activity
Heartbeat is assessed where it is expected and visible for gestation and the imaging conditions.
Visible fetal movement
Movement can be observed where appropriate for gestation, while recognising that a brief scan is not a substitute for maternity assessment of reduced movements.
Pregnancy development
Overall appearances are reviewed in the context of gestation and the reason you have booked the appointment.
Fetal position
Later in pregnancy, fetal lie or presentation may be documented where relevant to the scan.
Placenta overview
Placental position or appearance may be reviewed where appropriate and technically visible, depending on gestation and scan scope.
Amniotic fluid overview
Later in pregnancy, fluid may be reviewed as part of a focused wellbeing assessment where appropriate.
The right examination depends on your main question.
A reassurance scan is ideal for a focused wellbeing check. If you need a specific diagnostic assessment, another pregnancy scan may be more appropriate.
Early Pregnancy Scan
Better suited to pregnancy location, viability features and dating in the early weeks.
Explore Early Pregnancy Scan →Gender & Wellbeing
For wellbeing plus fetal sex confirmation where views are clear and reliable.
Explore Gender & Wellbeing →Detailed Anatomy
A structured fetal anatomical assessment is different from a brief reassurance scan.
View pregnancy scan options →Growth & Wellbeing
Better suited to fetal biometry, estimated growth, fluid and later-pregnancy wellbeing assessment.
Explore Growth & Wellbeing →Designed to be calm, clear and clinically appropriate.
Your appointment begins with a brief clinical history so the Sonographer understands your gestation and why you are seeking reassurance.
What a reassurance scan can — and cannot — do.
Clear scope is important. A private reassurance scan provides information at the time of attendance but does not replace your full maternity pathway.
What it is designed for
A focused assessment of pregnancy wellbeing appropriate to gestation, such as cardiac activity where expected, visible movement, pregnancy development and selected later-pregnancy observations.
What it does not replace
NHS screening, the detailed anomaly scan, dedicated growth surveillance, fetal Doppler assessment, fetal medicine review, maternity triage, emergency assessment or evaluation of reduced fetal movements.
Clear explanation without false reassurance.
The purpose of the appointment is to give you an honest, clinically appropriate assessment of what can be seen at that moment. Ultrasound cannot guarantee that every aspect of a pregnancy is normal.
Heavy bleeding, severe or worsening abdominal or pelvic pain, shoulder-tip pain, fainting, marked dizziness, collapse, fever, feeling very unwell, or reduced/changed fetal movements later in pregnancy require appropriate NHS assessment. Contact maternity triage, NHS 111 or emergency services as appropriate.
Detailed answers before you book.
Common questions about price, timing, heartbeat, movement, growth, placenta, preparation, reports and when to use NHS maternity services instead.
What is a pregnancy reassurance scan?
How much is a pregnancy reassurance scan?
When can I have a reassurance scan?
Can a reassurance scan check the baby's heartbeat?
Can you check the baby's movement?
Can a reassurance scan check growth?
Does a reassurance scan check the placenta and amniotic fluid?
Can a reassurance scan detect abnormalities?
Do I need a GP or midwife referral?
Do I need a full bladder?
Will I receive images and a report?
Can I book a reassurance scan after IVF?
What happens if a concern is found?
Can I book a reassurance scan for reduced fetal movements?
When should I seek urgent NHS care instead of waiting for this scan?
Choose a more specific scan when you need one.
What Our Patients Say
Book your reassurance scan.
£100 at Tunbridge Wells or Orpington · £120 at Canary Wharf · Self-referral welcome.
