Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan in Gateshead
Want extra reassurance before your NHS dating scan? See your baby's heartbeat, movement and growth from 10 weeks, with same-day appointments and no GP referral needed.
What's included in your Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan
Everything you need for complete peace of mind before your NHS dating scan
Confirmation of fetal heartbeat
Assessment of fetal movement
Growth measurements appropriate for gestation
Confirmation of the number of babies
General wellbeing assessment
Diagnostic ultrasound scan & sonographer report
Printed and/or digital images
Discuss your scan findings with the sonographer
Free rescan if clinically needed
Allow around 15 minutes for your appointment
No GP referral required
Up to 7 guests welcome in the scan room
Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan – 10 to 14 Weeks
An Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan at Numi Scan Gateshead is a private ultrasound scan for parents who are between 10 and 14 weeks pregnant and would like additional reassurance and an opportunity to see their baby's continued growth and development before their routine NHS dating scan, which is usually offered between 11 and 14 weeks of pregnancy.
At this stage your baby is more developed, making it possible to assess growth, observe movement, and provide reassurance regarding ongoing wellbeing. Our experienced sonographers will assess your pregnancy and explain the findings at the time of the scan, including confirmation of the fetal heartbeat, assessment of fetal movement, growth measurements appropriate for gestation, and confirmation of the number of babies.
Appointments are available without a GP referral and can often be booked on the same day or next day. The scan costs £75 and includes a diagnostic ultrasound scan, a sonographer report, printed and/or digital images, the opportunity to discuss your scan findings with the sonographer, and a free rescan if clinically needed.
Please note: if, on scanning, your pregnancy is found to be under 10 weeks, the full £89 Early Pregnancy Viability Scan fee applies.
Important: If you are experiencing pain, vaginal bleeding, dizziness, shoulder tip pain, fainting, or any other concerning symptoms, you should seek medical advice from your GP, midwife, NHS 111, local Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU), or emergency services as appropriate. This scan provides information about your pregnancy at the time of examination and does not replace routine NHS maternity care, medical assessment, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Book Your Early Pregnancy Reassurance ScanReassurance or Viability?
If you are less than 10 weeks pregnant, we recommend the Early Pregnancy Viability Scan. If you are 10 weeks or beyond, the Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan may be more suitable. If you're unsure, our team will be happy to advise.
View the Viability ScanWhat is an Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan?
The Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan is designed for parents who would like additional reassurance and an opportunity to see their baby's continued growth and development before their routine NHS dating scan. At this stage, your baby is more developed, making it possible to assess growth, observe movement, and provide reassurance regarding ongoing wellbeing.
During your scan, our experienced and registered sonographer will assess:
- Confirmation of fetal heartbeat
- Assessment of fetal movement
- Growth measurements appropriate for gestation
- Confirmation of the number of babies
- General wellbeing assessment
You'll see your baby live on our 90-inch projector screen and two 46-inch side TVs in a calm, non-clinical room, and you're welcome to bring up to 7 guests to share the moment. This scan is suitable from 10 weeks through to 14 weeks. If you are less than 10 weeks pregnant, our Early Pregnancy Viability Scan is more appropriate. Many parents come back from 16 weeks for our Well-Being Scan. See the complete pregnancy timeline to plan ahead.
Who is the Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan ideal for?
This scan is designed for the weeks just before your NHS dating scan, when you'd like the comfort of seeing your baby's progress. It's ideal for:
- Parents seeking additional reassurance during early pregnancy
- Those awaiting their NHS dating scan
- Anyone with previous pregnancy loss
- IVF and fertility treatment pregnancies
- Anyone wishing to see their baby's development and wellbeing during the first trimester
Whatever your reason, our team will take the time to talk you through everything you see on the screen. If you're not sure whether this is the right scan for your stage of pregnancy, call us on 0191 422 9570 and we'll be happy to advise.
Why have a private early pregnancy reassurance scan?
The NHS does an excellent job, but the system is designed for medical need, not reassurance. Routine NHS care doesn't include a scan before the 11–14 week dating scan unless you have specific symptoms (bleeding, pain, or a history of recurrent miscarriage). For many parents in the weeks leading up to that appointment who simply want peace of mind, a private reassurance scan fills the gap.
Booking privately at Numi Scan Gateshead means:
- No GP referral needed. Book direct online, and read our full guide on how it works.
- Same-day to 7-day availability, vs the typical 2–6+ week NHS wait.
- See your baby move and grow ahead of, or alongside, your NHS dating scan.
- Up to 7 guests welcome in our spacious room with a large projector screen and two 46-inch side TVs, so you can share the moment with the people who matter.
- Sonographer report given to you on the day, plus printed and/or digital images.
- Free rescan if clinically needed.
A private reassurance scan complements your NHS care. It doesn't replace your scheduled NHS dating scan or 20-week anomaly scan, both of which you should still attend. For the full comparison, see our private vs NHS ultrasound guide, or read about how private ultrasound costs compare across the UK.
Early Pregnancy Reassurance Scan — NHS vs Private
Your NHS care centres on the 11–14 week dating scan and the 20-week anomaly scan, both rigorous, clinically important appointments we always recommend you keep. If you'd like the additional peace of mind of seeing your baby's heartbeat, movement and growth in the weeks before your NHS dating scan, a private early pregnancy reassurance scan at Numi Scan Gateshead is designed to complement your NHS pathway. We assess heartbeat, movement, growth and wellbeing from 10 weeks, with no GP referral needed and no waiting list, supporting your NHS care, not replacing it.
| Aspect | NHS | Numi Scan Gateshead |
|---|---|---|
| Earliest available scan | 11–14 weeks (NHS dating scan) | ✓ From 10 weeks |
| GP referral required | Yes, typically arranged via your midwife or GP if clinically indicated | ✓ No referral needed, book direct online |
| Average wait time | 2–6+ weeks from booking | ✓ Same day to 7 days |
| Reassurance scans for healthy pregnancies | Reserved for cases with clinical indication | ✓ Yes, designed for peace of mind |
| See baby's movement & growth | Only at the 12-week NHS dating scan | ✓ From 10 weeks |
| Wellbeing assessment | Focused on dating & screening | ✓ Always included |
| Multiple pregnancy check | At the 12-week dating scan | ✓ At this scan, from 10 weeks |
| Printed images & digital keepsakes | Not provided | ✓ Printed and/or digital images |
| Written report | Letter to your GP only | ✓ Sonographer report given to you |
Wondering whether you can book without going through your GP? You can. Read our full guide on private ultrasounds without a referral for how it works.
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