Reassurance from 6 weeks
The weeks before your first NHS scan can feel like a long wait. Our Early Peek Reassurance Scan is a 5–10 minute 2D abdominal scan, available from 6 to 15 weeks, designed to give you peace of mind.
During your scan we will
- Confirm your pregnancy and that it’s in the womb
- Confirm and record your baby’s heartbeat
- Measure your baby to give your gestational age and estimated due date (EDD)
- Carry out an ultrasound-based health check for both you and your baby
You’ll take home three black-and-white prints as your first keepsakes.
If you have heavy bleeding, severe tummy pain or pain in the tip of your shoulder, contact your GP, call NHS 111 or go to A&E rather than waiting for a scan, as these can be signs of an ectopic pregnancy.
This is an elective reassurance scan, not a diagnostic examination. It does not replace your NHS scans or antenatal appointments. If we see anything that needs follow-up, we’ll explain it and advise you to contact your midwife, GP or maternity unit.
What’s included
- Confirmation of pregnancy and heartbeat
- Gestational age and estimated due date
- Ultrasound-based health check for mother and baby
- Three black-and-white prints to take home
- Detailed scan report
- Free re-scan if clinically required
Who it’s for
- Anxiety in early pregnancy, or a previous miscarriage
- Light spotting or worries, once you’ve sought medical advice
- IVF pregnancies wanting early confirmation
- Wanting reassurance before your NHS 12-week scan
How to prepare
- Arrive with a comfortably full bladder: drink 500ml–1 litre of water 30–45 minutes before and try not to empty your bladder.
- No hospital records, referral or GP notes are needed.
- Up to 5 guests are welcome, including children of any age.
Early Peek Reassurance Scan: your questions
Can I have an early scan if I’ve had a miscarriage before?
Yes. Many parents book an early reassurance scan after a previous loss. If you have pain or bleeding now, please seek medical advice first.
Will I hear the heartbeat?
From around 7 weeks the heartbeat can usually be seen and recorded. At 6 weeks it may be too early; we’ll offer a free re-scan if needed.
Information on this page is general and doesn’t replace advice from your GP, midwife or consultant. If you feel unwell or are worried about symptoms, contact your GP, call NHS 111 or, in an emergency, 999.
