Wellbeing scan at Numi Scan Gateshead
From 15 - 40 weeks

Wellbeing & Reassurance Baby Scan in Gateshead

Want to check that everything is progressing as it should? Get a reassuring update on your baby's development, movement and position at any stage of your pregnancy, perfect for peace of mind between NHS appointments.

£65

Available between NHS scans

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+25% surcharge applies for confirmed twin or multiple pregnancies.

What's included in your Wellbeing & Reassurance Scan

Comprehensive reassurance for you and your baby

2D wellbeing baby scan

Baby's movement & wellbeing check

Baby's position (presentation) check

Placenta location

Amniotic fluid level check

Audible heartbeat trace

Professional Wellbeing Report

4 printed scan images (A6)

All images provided digitally for your keepsake

15-minute appointment

No GP referral required

Up to 7 guests welcome

?Quick answer

A wellbeing & reassurance scan at Numi Scan Gateshead is a private 2D ultrasound from 15 to 40 weeks of pregnancy that gives you peace of mind between NHS appointments. Our experienced and registered sonographers check baby's movement, position, placenta location, amniotic fluid levels and heartbeat in one comprehensive scan. Appointments are 15 minutes long, no GP referral is needed, and you can book online for the same day or next day. The scan is £65 and includes 4 A6 prints, all images digitally, and a professional wellbeing report. Up to 7 guests are welcome.

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What is a wellbeing & reassurance scan?

A wellbeing & reassurance scan at Numi Scan Gateshead is a private 2D ultrasound from 15 to 40 weeks of pregnancy that gives you a reassuring update on your baby's development at any stage. It's the most popular reason women come back to see us between their NHS appointments, usually because the gap between the 20-week anomaly scan and routine midwife checks feels too long, or because something doesn't feel quite right and they want professional reassurance.

During your scan, our experienced and registered sonographer will check:

  • Your baby's movement and wellbeing
  • Baby's position (presentation)
  • Placenta location
  • Amniotic fluid levels
  • An audible heartbeat trace

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 can bring up to 7 guests to share the moment. Appointments are 15 minutes. For earlier reassurance from 6 weeks see our Early Pregnancy Scan; for late-pregnancy growth and position checks see the Growth & Presentation Scan.

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Sonographer performing reassurance ultrasound scan, pregnant woman looking at screen with relief and happiness
Modern private ultrasound scan room with comfortable bed, ultrasound equipment, and warm ambient lighting

When should you book a wellbeing scan?

The wellbeing scan is available at any stage from 15 weeks onwards, which makes it the most flexible reassurance scan we offer. Most parents book one (or sometimes two) during one of these windows:

  • 15-19 weeks: If you've had your 12-week NHS dating scan but the wait until the 20-week anomaly scan feels too long. Many parents combine this with a Gender Scan at 15+ weeks.
  • 20-25 weeks: The longest gap in NHS care, between the anomaly scan and routine midwife checks. A wellbeing scan here gives reassurance that baby is moving, growing and well-positioned.
  • 26-32 weeks: If you're feeling reduced movement, have had a recent illness, or simply want reassurance. Many parents at this stage choose the 4D Baby Scan instead for the bonding experience, but the wellbeing scan is the more affordable clinical-only option.
  • 33-40 weeks: Late-pregnancy reassurance. For growth and position checks closer to birth, the Growth & Presentation Scan is the more thorough option.

Preparation: If you're under 20 weeks, drink 1 litre of water 45-60 minutes before your appointment for the clearest images. After 20 weeks, a full bladder usually isn't required.

Why have a private wellbeing scan?

The NHS does an excellent job, but the system is designed for medical need, not reassurance. After the 20-week anomaly scan, NHS care relies on midwife appointments and self-monitoring of baby's movements. There's no routine NHS scan between 20 weeks and birth for healthy pregnancies. For most women who simply want extra 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, not weeks later.
  • Comprehensive 5-point check: movement, position, placenta, fluid and heartbeat, all in one appointment.
  • Up to 7 guests welcome in our spacious room with a large projector screen and two 46-inch side TVs.
  • Professional wellbeing report given to you on the day, plus 4 printed A6 images and all your digital images.

A private wellbeing scan complements your NHS care. It doesn't replace your scheduled NHS appointments, both of 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.

Gentle transabdominal ultrasound scan being performed, handheld scanner on pregnant belly, comfortable setting
How we compare

Wellbeing & Reassurance Baby Scan — NHS vs Private

Routine NHS care covers the 12-week dating scan and the 20-week anomaly scan, comprehensive clinical screenings we always recommend you keep. Between or after those appointments, a private wellbeing & reassurance scan at Numi Scan Gateshead offers an additional moment of peace of mind, checking baby's movement, position, placenta, fluid and heartbeat at any stage from 15 weeks, with no GP referral needed. It's a complement to your NHS care, not a replacement.

Reassurance scans for healthy pregnancies
NHS
Reserved for cases with clinical indication
Numi Scan Gateshead
Yes, designed for peace of mind
Between-appointment scans (15-40 weeks)
NHS
None, only the 20-week anomaly scan in this window
Numi Scan Gateshead
Available at any week from 15 onwards
Average wait time
NHS
Only at scheduled NHS scans
Numi Scan Gateshead
Same day to 7 days
GP referral required
NHS
Not applicable, NHS doesn't offer reassurance scans
Numi Scan Gateshead
No referral needed
Comprehensive 5-point wellbeing check
NHS
Only at scheduled NHS scans (12 & 20 weeks)
Numi Scan Gateshead
Always included: movement, position, placenta, fluid and heartbeat
Late-pregnancy reassurance (after 20 weeks)
NHS
Not routine, only midwife appointments
Numi Scan Gateshead
Available right up to 40 weeks
Printed images & digital keepsakes
NHS
Not provided
Numi Scan Gateshead
4× A6 prints + all images digitally
Written wellbeing report
NHS
Letter to GP only
Numi Scan Gateshead
Professional report given to you
Up to 7 guests welcome
NHS
Limited NHS visitor policy
Numi Scan Gateshead
Yes, bring partners, parents and siblings

If you're feeling reduced movement or have specific clinical concerns, please contact your midwife or the NHS Pregnancy Assessment Unit first. A private wellbeing scan is for reassurance, not emergency clinical assessment. Read our full private vs NHS ultrasound guide for context.

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Why choose Numi Scan Gateshead?

From extra reassurance between NHS scans through to the rest of your pregnancy journey, our specialist sonographers and CQC-regulated clinic are designed around one thing — making the moment unforgettable while giving you complete peace of mind.

Affordable prices & packages

Luxurious & relaxing environment

State-of-the-art ultrasound technology

Five-star reviews, all since 2025

CQC-regulated clinic

experienced and registered sonographers

ALARA-compliant scanning

Experienced & qualified sonographers

No GP referral needed

Up to 7 guests welcome

North East Prestige Award winners 2025/26

Same-day appointments available

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Customer Reviews

Google Review
Suzan Mahmoud

Suzan Mahmoud

2 months ago

Lovely place and staff. I went for the second time for a scan, was greeted by Jeffrey in reception with a smile, he was so welcoming and nice. Went in for a gender scan at 15 weeks with a lovely radiographer who checked and reassured me everything was fine. They have nice packages for the gender reveal (balloons, surprise box, cannon.. etc) but i just opted for a simple envelope. I would def recommend it if you're going for a private scan.

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Leonora Gjurra

Leonora Gjurra

a month ago

I had my appointment today and the experience was lovely. Unfortunately the last time I was there was a misunderstood From the staff. After telling them the reason why I was not happy from the previous appointment, I receive a call from the manager of the clinic. We discussed how my previous appointment went and I explained to him where was the Issue. In the phone he been really friendly and really professional and looked he did understood where was the miscommunication he straightaway offered me another scan . our sonographer Both of the times Was really professional and really nice with me. During the scan she explained everything about the baby and made this experience more better. A big thank you goes to Jerry,Paula And Donna. Thank you for made me feel really welcome today.

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Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson

5 months ago

I couldn't recommend Numi scan enough, we had an early scan at 7 weeks and have just found out our baby’s gender with them and both times the service has been amazing from both reception and sonographer! I can’t wait to go back for more scans throughout my pregnancy🩷

Google Review
Amy Young

Amy Young

a month ago

Highly recommend! We went for our gender scan at 15 weeks exactly, the lovely receptionist managed our expectations in case it was a bit early, but explained that we could come back for free if needed. The sonographer was brilliant and explained everything she was seeing in detail which really put our minds at ease. She also gave us a free 4D look and played the heartbeat for us. We decided to do the LED lights for the gender reveal and she let us record, made such an occasion of it and did a countdown before changing the lights to blue for our boy 🩵 we also got a heartbeat bear as a keepsake. We will be back later for a full 4D scan!

Google Review
Rachel Moody

Rachel Moody

a month ago

Excellent service. Went for a 4D scan so my daughter could see her brother but he wasn’t cooperating, we attended for a rescan and Gina was fantastic getting the images. The whole experience was second to none! Highly recommend

Google Review
Suzan Mahmoud

Suzan Mahmoud

2 months ago

Lovely place and staff. I went for the second time for a scan, was greeted by Jeffrey in reception with a smile, he was so welcoming and nice. Went in for a gender scan at 15 weeks with a lovely radiographer who checked and reassured me everything was fine. They have nice packages for the gender reveal (balloons, surprise box, cannon.. etc) but i just opted for a simple envelope. I would def recommend it if you're going for a private scan.

Google Review
Leonora Gjurra

Leonora Gjurra

a month ago

I had my appointment today and the experience was lovely. Unfortunately the last time I was there was a misunderstood From the staff. After telling them the reason why I was not happy from the previous appointment, I receive a call from the manager of the clinic. We discussed how my previous appointment went and I explained to him where was the Issue. In the phone he been really friendly and really professional and looked he did understood where was the miscommunication he straightaway offered me another scan . our sonographer Both of the times Was really professional and really nice with me. During the scan she explained everything about the baby and made this experience more better. A big thank you goes to Jerry,Paula And Donna. Thank you for made me feel really welcome today.

Google Review
Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson

5 months ago

I couldn't recommend Numi scan enough, we had an early scan at 7 weeks and have just found out our baby’s gender with them and both times the service has been amazing from both reception and sonographer! I can’t wait to go back for more scans throughout my pregnancy🩷

Google Review
Amy Young

Amy Young

a month ago

Highly recommend! We went for our gender scan at 15 weeks exactly, the lovely receptionist managed our expectations in case it was a bit early, but explained that we could come back for free if needed. The sonographer was brilliant and explained everything she was seeing in detail which really put our minds at ease. She also gave us a free 4D look and played the heartbeat for us. We decided to do the LED lights for the gender reveal and she let us record, made such an occasion of it and did a countdown before changing the lights to blue for our boy 🩵 we also got a heartbeat bear as a keepsake. We will be back later for a full 4D scan!

Google Review
Rachel Moody

Rachel Moody

a month ago

Excellent service. Went for a 4D scan so my daughter could see her brother but he wasn’t cooperating, we attended for a rescan and Gina was fantastic getting the images. The whole experience was second to none! Highly recommend

Google Review
Suzan Mahmoud

Suzan Mahmoud

2 months ago

Lovely place and staff. I went for the second time for a scan, was greeted by Jeffrey in reception with a smile, he was so welcoming and nice. Went in for a gender scan at 15 weeks with a lovely radiographer who checked and reassured me everything was fine. They have nice packages for the gender reveal (balloons, surprise box, cannon.. etc) but i just opted for a simple envelope. I would def recommend it if you're going for a private scan.

Google Review
Leonora Gjurra

Leonora Gjurra

a month ago

I had my appointment today and the experience was lovely. Unfortunately the last time I was there was a misunderstood From the staff. After telling them the reason why I was not happy from the previous appointment, I receive a call from the manager of the clinic. We discussed how my previous appointment went and I explained to him where was the Issue. In the phone he been really friendly and really professional and looked he did understood where was the miscommunication he straightaway offered me another scan . our sonographer Both of the times Was really professional and really nice with me. During the scan she explained everything about the baby and made this experience more better. A big thank you goes to Jerry,Paula And Donna. Thank you for made me feel really welcome today.

Google Review
Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson

5 months ago

I couldn't recommend Numi scan enough, we had an early scan at 7 weeks and have just found out our baby’s gender with them and both times the service has been amazing from both reception and sonographer! I can’t wait to go back for more scans throughout my pregnancy🩷

Google Review
Amy Young

Amy Young

a month ago

Highly recommend! We went for our gender scan at 15 weeks exactly, the lovely receptionist managed our expectations in case it was a bit early, but explained that we could come back for free if needed. The sonographer was brilliant and explained everything she was seeing in detail which really put our minds at ease. She also gave us a free 4D look and played the heartbeat for us. We decided to do the LED lights for the gender reveal and she let us record, made such an occasion of it and did a countdown before changing the lights to blue for our boy 🩵 we also got a heartbeat bear as a keepsake. We will be back later for a full 4D scan!

Google Review
Rachel Moody

Rachel Moody

a month ago

Excellent service. Went for a 4D scan so my daughter could see her brother but he wasn’t cooperating, we attended for a rescan and Gina was fantastic getting the images. The whole experience was second to none! Highly recommend

Google Review
Suzan Mahmoud

Suzan Mahmoud

2 months ago

Lovely place and staff. I went for the second time for a scan, was greeted by Jeffrey in reception with a smile, he was so welcoming and nice. Went in for a gender scan at 15 weeks with a lovely radiographer who checked and reassured me everything was fine. They have nice packages for the gender reveal (balloons, surprise box, cannon.. etc) but i just opted for a simple envelope. I would def recommend it if you're going for a private scan.

Google Review
Leonora Gjurra

Leonora Gjurra

a month ago

I had my appointment today and the experience was lovely. Unfortunately the last time I was there was a misunderstood From the staff. After telling them the reason why I was not happy from the previous appointment, I receive a call from the manager of the clinic. We discussed how my previous appointment went and I explained to him where was the Issue. In the phone he been really friendly and really professional and looked he did understood where was the miscommunication he straightaway offered me another scan . our sonographer Both of the times Was really professional and really nice with me. During the scan she explained everything about the baby and made this experience more better. A big thank you goes to Jerry,Paula And Donna. Thank you for made me feel really welcome today.

Google Review
Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson

5 months ago

I couldn't recommend Numi scan enough, we had an early scan at 7 weeks and have just found out our baby’s gender with them and both times the service has been amazing from both reception and sonographer! I can’t wait to go back for more scans throughout my pregnancy🩷

Google Review
Amy Young

Amy Young

a month ago

Highly recommend! We went for our gender scan at 15 weeks exactly, the lovely receptionist managed our expectations in case it was a bit early, but explained that we could come back for free if needed. The sonographer was brilliant and explained everything she was seeing in detail which really put our minds at ease. She also gave us a free 4D look and played the heartbeat for us. We decided to do the LED lights for the gender reveal and she let us record, made such an occasion of it and did a countdown before changing the lights to blue for our boy 🩵 we also got a heartbeat bear as a keepsake. We will be back later for a full 4D scan!

Google Review
Rachel Moody

Rachel Moody

a month ago

Excellent service. Went for a 4D scan so my daughter could see her brother but he wasn’t cooperating, we attended for a rescan and Gina was fantastic getting the images. The whole experience was second to none! Highly recommend

Google Review
Suzan Mahmoud

Suzan Mahmoud

2 months ago

Lovely place and staff. I went for the second time for a scan, was greeted by Jeffrey in reception with a smile, he was so welcoming and nice. Went in for a gender scan at 15 weeks with a lovely radiographer who checked and reassured me everything was fine. They have nice packages for the gender reveal (balloons, surprise box, cannon.. etc) but i just opted for a simple envelope. I would def recommend it if you're going for a private scan.

Google Review
Leonora Gjurra

Leonora Gjurra

a month ago

I had my appointment today and the experience was lovely. Unfortunately the last time I was there was a misunderstood From the staff. After telling them the reason why I was not happy from the previous appointment, I receive a call from the manager of the clinic. We discussed how my previous appointment went and I explained to him where was the Issue. In the phone he been really friendly and really professional and looked he did understood where was the miscommunication he straightaway offered me another scan . our sonographer Both of the times Was really professional and really nice with me. During the scan she explained everything about the baby and made this experience more better. A big thank you goes to Jerry,Paula And Donna. Thank you for made me feel really welcome today.

Google Review
Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson

5 months ago

I couldn't recommend Numi scan enough, we had an early scan at 7 weeks and have just found out our baby’s gender with them and both times the service has been amazing from both reception and sonographer! I can’t wait to go back for more scans throughout my pregnancy🩷

Google Review
Amy Young

Amy Young

a month ago

Highly recommend! We went for our gender scan at 15 weeks exactly, the lovely receptionist managed our expectations in case it was a bit early, but explained that we could come back for free if needed. The sonographer was brilliant and explained everything she was seeing in detail which really put our minds at ease. She also gave us a free 4D look and played the heartbeat for us. We decided to do the LED lights for the gender reveal and she let us record, made such an occasion of it and did a countdown before changing the lights to blue for our boy 🩵 we also got a heartbeat bear as a keepsake. We will be back later for a full 4D scan!

Google Review
Rachel Moody

Rachel Moody

a month ago

Excellent service. Went for a 4D scan so my daughter could see her brother but he wasn’t cooperating, we attended for a rescan and Gina was fantastic getting the images. The whole experience was second to none! Highly recommend

Google Review
Suzan Mahmoud

Suzan Mahmoud

2 months ago

Lovely place and staff. I went for the second time for a scan, was greeted by Jeffrey in reception with a smile, he was so welcoming and nice. Went in for a gender scan at 15 weeks with a lovely radiographer who checked and reassured me everything was fine. They have nice packages for the gender reveal (balloons, surprise box, cannon.. etc) but i just opted for a simple envelope. I would def recommend it if you're going for a private scan.

Google Review
Leonora Gjurra

Leonora Gjurra

a month ago

I had my appointment today and the experience was lovely. Unfortunately the last time I was there was a misunderstood From the staff. After telling them the reason why I was not happy from the previous appointment, I receive a call from the manager of the clinic. We discussed how my previous appointment went and I explained to him where was the Issue. In the phone he been really friendly and really professional and looked he did understood where was the miscommunication he straightaway offered me another scan . our sonographer Both of the times Was really professional and really nice with me. During the scan she explained everything about the baby and made this experience more better. A big thank you goes to Jerry,Paula And Donna. Thank you for made me feel really welcome today.

Google Review
Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson

5 months ago

I couldn't recommend Numi scan enough, we had an early scan at 7 weeks and have just found out our baby’s gender with them and both times the service has been amazing from both reception and sonographer! I can’t wait to go back for more scans throughout my pregnancy🩷

Google Review
Amy Young

Amy Young

a month ago

Highly recommend! We went for our gender scan at 15 weeks exactly, the lovely receptionist managed our expectations in case it was a bit early, but explained that we could come back for free if needed. The sonographer was brilliant and explained everything she was seeing in detail which really put our minds at ease. She also gave us a free 4D look and played the heartbeat for us. We decided to do the LED lights for the gender reveal and she let us record, made such an occasion of it and did a countdown before changing the lights to blue for our boy 🩵 we also got a heartbeat bear as a keepsake. We will be back later for a full 4D scan!

Google Review
Rachel Moody

Rachel Moody

a month ago

Excellent service. Went for a 4D scan so my daughter could see her brother but he wasn’t cooperating, we attended for a rescan and Gina was fantastic getting the images. The whole experience was second to none! Highly recommend

Google Review
Suzan Mahmoud

Suzan Mahmoud

2 months ago

Lovely place and staff. I went for the second time for a scan, was greeted by Jeffrey in reception with a smile, he was so welcoming and nice. Went in for a gender scan at 15 weeks with a lovely radiographer who checked and reassured me everything was fine. They have nice packages for the gender reveal (balloons, surprise box, cannon.. etc) but i just opted for a simple envelope. I would def recommend it if you're going for a private scan.

Google Review
Leonora Gjurra

Leonora Gjurra

a month ago

I had my appointment today and the experience was lovely. Unfortunately the last time I was there was a misunderstood From the staff. After telling them the reason why I was not happy from the previous appointment, I receive a call from the manager of the clinic. We discussed how my previous appointment went and I explained to him where was the Issue. In the phone he been really friendly and really professional and looked he did understood where was the miscommunication he straightaway offered me another scan . our sonographer Both of the times Was really professional and really nice with me. During the scan she explained everything about the baby and made this experience more better. A big thank you goes to Jerry,Paula And Donna. Thank you for made me feel really welcome today.

Google Review
Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson

5 months ago

I couldn't recommend Numi scan enough, we had an early scan at 7 weeks and have just found out our baby’s gender with them and both times the service has been amazing from both reception and sonographer! I can’t wait to go back for more scans throughout my pregnancy🩷

Google Review
Amy Young

Amy Young

a month ago

Highly recommend! We went for our gender scan at 15 weeks exactly, the lovely receptionist managed our expectations in case it was a bit early, but explained that we could come back for free if needed. The sonographer was brilliant and explained everything she was seeing in detail which really put our minds at ease. She also gave us a free 4D look and played the heartbeat for us. We decided to do the LED lights for the gender reveal and she let us record, made such an occasion of it and did a countdown before changing the lights to blue for our boy 🩵 we also got a heartbeat bear as a keepsake. We will be back later for a full 4D scan!

Google Review
Rachel Moody

Rachel Moody

a month ago

Excellent service. Went for a 4D scan so my daughter could see her brother but he wasn’t cooperating, we attended for a rescan and Gina was fantastic getting the images. The whole experience was second to none! Highly recommend

Google Review
Suzan Mahmoud

Suzan Mahmoud

2 months ago

Lovely place and staff. I went for the second time for a scan, was greeted by Jeffrey in reception with a smile, he was so welcoming and nice. Went in for a gender scan at 15 weeks with a lovely radiographer who checked and reassured me everything was fine. They have nice packages for the gender reveal (balloons, surprise box, cannon.. etc) but i just opted for a simple envelope. I would def recommend it if you're going for a private scan.

Google Review
Leonora Gjurra

Leonora Gjurra

a month ago

I had my appointment today and the experience was lovely. Unfortunately the last time I was there was a misunderstood From the staff. After telling them the reason why I was not happy from the previous appointment, I receive a call from the manager of the clinic. We discussed how my previous appointment went and I explained to him where was the Issue. In the phone he been really friendly and really professional and looked he did understood where was the miscommunication he straightaway offered me another scan . our sonographer Both of the times Was really professional and really nice with me. During the scan she explained everything about the baby and made this experience more better. A big thank you goes to Jerry,Paula And Donna. Thank you for made me feel really welcome today.

Google Review
Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson

5 months ago

I couldn't recommend Numi scan enough, we had an early scan at 7 weeks and have just found out our baby’s gender with them and both times the service has been amazing from both reception and sonographer! I can’t wait to go back for more scans throughout my pregnancy🩷

Google Review
Amy Young

Amy Young

a month ago

Highly recommend! We went for our gender scan at 15 weeks exactly, the lovely receptionist managed our expectations in case it was a bit early, but explained that we could come back for free if needed. The sonographer was brilliant and explained everything she was seeing in detail which really put our minds at ease. She also gave us a free 4D look and played the heartbeat for us. We decided to do the LED lights for the gender reveal and she let us record, made such an occasion of it and did a countdown before changing the lights to blue for our boy 🩵 we also got a heartbeat bear as a keepsake. We will be back later for a full 4D scan!

Google Review
Rachel Moody

Rachel Moody

a month ago

Excellent service. Went for a 4D scan so my daughter could see her brother but he wasn’t cooperating, we attended for a rescan and Gina was fantastic getting the images. The whole experience was second to none! Highly recommend

HAVE QUESTIONS?

Frequently Asked Questions

The value of a private scan depends on your situation. Many parents find the peace of mind invaluable, especially in the long gap between the NHS 20-week anomaly scan and birth, when there's no routine NHS scan for healthy pregnancies. If you've had reduced movement, a recent illness, or simply want extra reassurance, a private wellbeing scan is the most affordable way to check baby's wellbeing without going through your GP. See our private vs NHS comparison guide for full context.

At Numi Scan Gateshead our Wellbeing & Reassurance Baby Scan is £65 and includes a 2D wellbeing scan, professional report, 4 A6 prints, and all images digitally. Across the UK, private wellbeing scans typically cost £55-£100 depending on the clinic and what's included. See our UK private ultrasound cost guide. A 25% surcharge applies once a multiple pregnancy has been confirmed (typically at or after the NHS 12-week dating scan, or once identified on one of our private scans), to cover the additional scan time and dual reporting required.

Your appointment is 15 minutes long. You'll be welcomed into our Gateshead clinic on the High Street (opposite Trinity Square and the VUE Cinema), and can settle into our scan room with up to 7 guests. Our experienced and registered sonographer will perform a transabdominal scan (over the tummy, never internal) using warm gel. We'll check baby's movement, position, placenta, amniotic fluid and heartbeat. You'll see everything live on our 90-inch projector screen and two 46-inch side TVs, and leave with 4 A6 prints, all your digital images, and a written wellbeing report.

Preparation depends on how far along you are. Under 20 weeks: drink 1 litre of water 45-60 minutes before your appointment for the clearest images. Your bladder should feel comfortably full. After 20 weeks: a full bladder is usually not required, but staying well hydrated still helps. Wear loose-fitting clothes for easy access to your tummy. You don't need a GP referral. See our guide on booking without a referral.

We offer a one-time complimentary re-scan if your baby's position prevents us from getting clear images (Monday to Friday, subject to availability). Your comfort and getting clear images is our priority.

At Gateshead Numi Scan we have a team of fully experienced, qualified sonographers who will perform your scan. If you have a gender preference for your sonographer, please let us know during booking and we'll do our best to accommodate.

No. Our private scans complement NHS scans, providing additional reassurance and bonding opportunities. They don't replace your scheduled NHS appointments which you should still attend. For the earliest reassurance window see our 6-week scan milestone guide; for late-pregnancy growth and birth-prep checks see the 36-week milestone guide.

Yes, you're welcome to bring up to 7 guests to share this special experience. Our room features a large projector screen (90-inch projection) and two 46-inch side TVs for an immersive 180-degree viewing experience from comfortable sofa seating. If you'd like to bring more than 7, please contact the clinic in advance and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Yes, multiple pregnancies are very welcome. A 25% surcharge applies once the multiple pregnancy has been confirmed (typically at or after the NHS 12-week dating scan, or once identified on one of our private scans), to allow for the extended scan time and dual reporting required to check each baby.

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