Growth & Presentation Scan in Gateshead
Want reassurance that your baby is growing well as your due date approaches? Check baby's growth, position, placenta and amniotic fluid in the later stages of pregnancy, for peace of mind in the run-up to birth.
Estimated fetal weight included
+25% surcharge applies for confirmed twin or multiple pregnancies.
Well-being Scan included
This package comes with a complimentary Well-being & Reassurance Scan at no extra cost — a full check of baby's movement, position, placenta, amniotic fluid and heartbeat.
What's included in your Growth & Presentation Scan
Comprehensive assessment of your baby's growth, position and wellbeing
2D growth and wellbeing baby scan
Head, abdomen & femur measurements
Estimated fetal weight calculation
Baby's position (presentation) check
Placenta location & function
Amniotic fluid level check
Audible heartbeat
Professional Wellbeing Report
4 printed scan images (A6)
All images provided digitally for your keepsake
Up to 7 guests welcome
A growth & presentation scan at Numi Scan Gateshead is a private 2D ultrasound from 24 to 40 weeks of pregnancy that gives you detailed reassurance about your baby's development in the run-up to birth. Our experienced and registered sonographers measure baby's head, abdomen and femur, calculate estimated fetal weight, confirm baby's position, check the placenta and amniotic fluid, and confirm an audible heartbeat. The scan is £79, takes 15 minutes, and is available with same-day or next-day appointments, with no GP referral needed. Available after your 20-week NHS anomaly scan. Up to 7 guests are welcome.
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Book Your Growth & Presentation ScanWhat is a growth & presentation scan?
A growth & presentation scan at Numi Scan Gateshead is a private 2D ultrasound from 24 to 40 weeks of pregnancy that checks your baby's development in the late stages, focusing on growth, position, placental function and overall wellbeing. It's the most thorough late-pregnancy scan we offer, and the one most parents book in the run-up to birth.
During your scan, our experienced and registered sonographer will measure and check:
- Baby's growth measurements: head circumference, abdominal circumference, and femur length
- Estimated fetal weight based on those measurements
- Baby's position (presentation): head down, breech or transverse
- Placenta location and function
- Amniotic fluid levels
- An audible heartbeat
You'll see your baby live on our 90-inch projector screen and two 46-inch side TVs in a calm, non-clinical room with up to 7 guests welcome. This scan is not a diagnostic scan. It's designed for reassurance and to give you a clearer picture of how baby is doing as you approach birth. Available after your 20-week NHS anomaly scan. For an alternative bonding-focused scan in this window, see our 4D Baby Scan.
When should you book a growth & presentation scan?
The recommended window is 24 weeks onwards, with the most popular booking points being 28-32 weeks and again at 36 weeks. Here's a week-by-week guide:
- 24-28 weeks: The earliest reliable window for growth measurements. Some parents book here for an early growth check before NHS midwife appointments take over routine care. See our 28-week milestone guide.
- 30-32 weeks: The peak window for growth assessments, where baby is large enough for accurate measurements but still has plenty of space to move into a clear position.
- 34-36 weeks: The most popular window for the second growth scan. By this stage you'll get a strong indicator of birth weight, and any breech or transverse position is clinically meaningful for birth planning. See our 36-week milestone guide.
- 37-40 weeks: Last-minute reassurance, confirming baby's final position, growth and amniotic fluid. Useful if you've had reduced movement or specific late-pregnancy concerns.
For an additional bonding experience in this window, our 4D Baby Scan at £78 is the natural pairing for the earlier weeks (24-32). Many parents book a 4D scan around 26-30 weeks and a growth & presentation scan at 36 weeks for the full late-pregnancy picture.
Why have a private growth & presentation scan?
The NHS doesn't routinely offer growth scans for healthy pregnancies. NHS care after the 20-week anomaly scan is based on midwife appointments where baby's growth is assessed by palpation (fundal height measurement with a tape measure), useful but far less precise than an ultrasound measurement. NHS growth scans are reserved for pregnancies with specific clinical concerns: small-for-gestational-age suspicion, gestational diabetes, or other risk factors.
For most women in the third trimester who simply want reassurance, the NHS isn't an option. 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, so you get reassurance when you need it.
- Precise ultrasound measurements of head, abdomen and femur, not tape-measure estimates.
- Position confirmation with ultrasound, far more reliable than manual examination, especially for breech detection.
- Up to 7 guests welcome on our 90-inch projector screen and two 46-inch side TVs.
A private growth scan complements your NHS care. It doesn't replace your scheduled NHS appointments, which you should still attend. See our private vs NHS ultrasound guide for the full comparison, or read about private ultrasound costs across the UK.
Growth & Presentation Scan — NHS vs Private
NHS care after the 20-week anomaly scan is based on regular midwife appointments and fundal height measurements, a clinically established approach we always recommend you keep. For parents who'd like additional third-trimester reassurance alongside their NHS pathway, a private Growth & Presentation Scan at Numi Scan Gateshead adds ultrasound-precision measurements of head, abdomen and femur, estimated fetal weight, baby's position, all in a single 15-minute appointment.
| Aspect | NHS | Numi Scan Gateshead |
|---|---|---|
| Late-pregnancy growth scans for healthy pregnancies | Not routine, only if clinical concern (small for dates, GD, etc.) | ✓ Yes, always available from 24 weeks |
| After the 20-week anomaly scan | Only midwife appointments, manual fundal height check | ✓ Detailed ultrasound measurements available any week |
| Average wait time | 2-6 weeks if clinically indicated | ✓ Same day to 7 days |
| GP referral required | Yes, only if clinical concern | ✓ No referral needed |
| Detailed measurements (head, abdomen, femur) | Only at growth scans for at-risk pregnancies | ✓ Always included |
| Estimated fetal weight | Only at clinically-indicated growth scans | ✓ Always calculated |
| Position confirmation method | Manual palpation by midwife (tape-measure based) | ✓ Confirmed by ultrasound, more reliable |
| Up to 7 guests welcome | Limited NHS visitor policy | ✓ Yes, bring partners, parents and siblings |
If you're feeling reduced movement or have specific clinical concerns, please contact your midwife or NHS Pregnancy Assessment Unit first. A private growth scan is for reassurance, not emergency clinical assessment. Read our full private vs NHS ultrasound guide for context.
Frequently Asked Questions
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