Gender Determination U/S

ambuhsmilesx32 · June 2012

Did anyone get one of these? It's not at my OBGYN. They won't allow another u/s until 20 weeks, which semi-upsets me. Should be my choice, since i'm paying.

But i found this place with a great deal!

Normally $89 but have a promo going for $39 right now! I want to get it so badly! I can't wait until 4 weeks

What do you ladies think?

LilBlkDress1 · June 2012

I'd probably just wait. I wanted to know crazy bad too but waited until the 20 week appointment, 4 weeks doesn't make that much of a difference when you still have months to go until the baby is actually born. and free trumps $40.

FrickandFrack · June 2012

I'm waiting for the 20 week but that's a pretty sweet deal. If you can't wait, then go for it.

KEL33 · June 2012

I'm doing it this Friday at 16 weeks!

jani7 · June 2012

I won't have another ultrasound until 22 weeks so I'm definitely going to do an early gender determination ultrasound. Oh and $40 sounds like a good deal! I say go for it if you want and have the extra cash.

skyejo · June 2012

I haven't done a gender determination u/s because I'm cheap but for $40 I'd be all over it!

Neary2011 · June 2012

I would probably just wait also. I am 21 weeks and 6 days and my gender ultrasound it's until 23 weeks and 5 days, and I am sooooo excited for it, only 1 week and 6 days to go .

LadyNikon · June 2012

When would you get it done? I thought the gender really wasn't clear until after 17+ weeks?

ambuhsmilesx32 · June 2012

Ladynikon:
When would you get it done? I thought the gender really wasn't clear until after 17+ weeks?

This place starts them at 15 weeks! But i wouldnt be going until this weekend anyway if i do it! So i'm good to go!

rrcraz7 · June 2012

I did it with DD & with this pregnancy. It was a wonderful experience and I'll do it with any other pregnancies we have. If you have the $39 why not.

The OB does the ultrasound at 20 weeks because it's not to determine the sex of the child but to check the vital organs and make sure everything is developing properly, doing it earlier might not show everything they want to see. Just out of curiosity when you say you are paying are you out of pocket or through insurance?

mrs.kapow · June 2012

skyejo:
I haven't done a gender determination u/s because I'm cheap but for $40 I'd be all over it!

This.

And, btw, the 20 wk u/s isn't up to your discretion because you're paying for it. It's to check the baby's anatomy so they wait until everything is better formed.

Taylor11 · June 2012

Sure, not a big deal if you want to. Great price too. We went at 16.5 w with both DD and this pregnancy, and found out early. I also did it for peace of mind, as I have a history of m/c, so it helped to see baby moving.

ambuhsmilesx32 · June 2012

rrcraz7:
I did it with DD & with this pregnancy. It was a wonderful experience and I'll do it with any other pregnancies we have. If you have the $39 why not.

The OB does the ultrasound at 20 weeks because it's not to determine the sex of the child but to check the vital organs and make sure everything is developing properly, doing it earlier might not show everything they want to see. Just out of curiosity when you say you are paying are you out of pocket or through insurance?

Through insurance.

ambuhsmilesx32 · June 2012

Taylor11:
Sure, not a big deal if you want to. Great price too. We went at 16.5 w with both DD and this pregnancy, and found out early. I also did it for peace of mind, as I have a history of m/c, so it helped to see baby moving.

That's one of my reasons too, due to miscarriage in the past. I explained that to the doctor too when i called and it really turned me off how they did not seem to care to do an extra u/s. If it's something i want then i should be allowed to get it. But thank god for these little side ones you can get! Still deciding!

rrcraz7 · June 2012

ambuhsmilesx32:
rrcraz7:

I did it with DD & with this pregnancy. It was a wonderful experience and I'll do it with any other pregnancies we have. If you have the $39 why not.

The OB does the ultrasound at 20 weeks because it's not to determine the sex of the child but to check the vital organs and make sure everything is developing properly, doing it earlier might not show everything they want to see. Just out of curiosity when you say you are paying are you out of pocket or through insurance?

Through insurance.

than it's what your insurance covers/allows. They would likely deny any not medically necessary ultrasound. If you were out of pocket I'd see being able to negotiate the number of u/s you get.

mrs.kapow · June 2012

ambuhsmilesx32:
Taylor11:
Sure, not a big deal if you want to. Great price too. We went at 16.5 w with both DD and this pregnancy, and found out early. I also did it for peace of mind, as I have a history of m/c, so it helped to see baby moving.
That's one of my reasons too, due to miscarriage in the past. I explained that to the doctor too when i called and it really turned me off how they did not seem to care to do an extra u/s. If it's something i want then i should be allowed to get it. But thank god for these little side ones you can get! Still deciding!

It wouldn't be covered by insurance unless you're having a true scare. If they can detect the baby's heartbeat with the doppler, there's no reason to order an u/s.

ambuhsmilesx32 · June 2012

rrcraz7:
ambuhsmilesx32:
rrcraz7:

I did it with DD & with this pregnancy. It was a wonderful experience and I'll do it with any other pregnancies we have. If you have the $39 why not.

The OB does the ultrasound at 20 weeks because it's not to determine the sex of the child but to check the vital organs and make sure everything is developing properly, doing it earlier might not show everything they want to see. Just out of curiosity when you say you are paying are you out of pocket or through insurance?

Through insurance.

than it's what your insurance covers/allows. They would likely deny any not medically necessary ultrasound. If you were out of pocket I'd see being able to negotiate the number of u/s you get.

Sorry! Misunderstood your question! My insurance does actually cover it, already checked!

rrcraz7 · June 2012

ambuhsmilesx32:
rrcraz7:
ambuhsmilesx32:
rrcraz7:

I did it with DD & with this pregnancy. It was a wonderful experience and I'll do it with any other pregnancies we have. If you have the $39 why not.

The OB does the ultrasound at 20 weeks because it's not to determine the sex of the child but to check the vital organs and make sure everything is developing properly, doing it earlier might not show everything they want to see. Just out of curiosity when you say you are paying are you out of pocket or through insurance?

Through insurance.

than it's what your insurance covers/allows. They would likely deny any not medically necessary ultrasound. If you were out of pocket I'd see being able to negotiate the number of u/s you get.

Sorry! Misunderstood your question! My insurance does actually cover it, already checked!

Since debating insurance & needs vs. wants isn't the point of your post I'll just say get the elective! The boutiques are really nice & it's great to have a non medical relaxing ultrasound. I'm not sure if your place does it but we have a DVD of LO moving & kicking with the sound of her heartbeat. It's a really nice keepsake to have.

babymama1212 · June 2012

We went to an elective place to have an US last weekend. We also found out the sex at that time (16 weeks). For us, it was an opportunity to have an US when all of our family was in town and it was a great experience to have everyone together when we learned the sex, etc.

I obviously have nothing against them - so if you want it, and have the extra money... I don't see why you wouldn't...

Meagan0528 · June 2012

If you have the $40, I would say go for it. However, be careful and take what they say with a grain of salt. I have a friend who went to one of the elective places at 16.5 weeks, they told her the gender, and they were WRONG. When she went at 20 weeks, the dr's office was 100% sure that the baby was a girl. They had told her boy at the elective place. Just keep in mind there is a reason the dr's offices usually wait until 20 weeks to do the anatomy/anomaly scans. Everything is better formed and there is less room for error.

BeckyFedora · June 2012

We scheduled my anatomy/gender ultrasound for 18 weeks on July 6.

Bambina54 · June 2012

Thank you MandJS. It's my stupid pet peeve when people say they are finding out the gender.

denise_m · June 2012

I'd go and pay the $40.

Megroons · June 2012

Bambina54:
Thank you MandJS. It's my stupid pet peeve when people say they are finding out the gender.

I agree with this! I also get annoyed when people make it all about finding out the sex when really it's knowing your baby is healthy!

amberj97 · June 2012

I say go for it. I'm having one done tomorrow to determine sex. Yeah some people will argue that its too early...but the place I go will bring you back for a free 3d if they can't tell or are wrong. Also if they can't tell for some reason... at least I get to see my baby for a good 15 minutes. So yes I say definitely worth it!!!

kaileyc · June 2012

We went to a botique to find out the sex this weekend. It was cheap and relaxing and we wanted to be able to see the baby before our A/S in July, as our last u/s was at 8 wks. I want the A/S to be at the proper time and since we know the sex we won't be focused on that, and the tech can focus on making sure he is healthy.

BrittanyDoesDerby · June 2012

I had an ultrasound this weekend, and it was pretty awesome. They were having a sale as well, which is what sold me on getting one done. We saw the three white lines very clearly.

megs2011 · June 2012

I would honestly just wait the 4 weeks... you've waited this long, what's 4 more weeks. I'd save the extra u/s for after incase the baby doesn't cooperate at the a/s. That's just me. It's your choice in the end.

iadanza · June 2012

I got an elective gender u/s at 16w4d and I'd totally do it again. I say if you have the money and can't wait do it.

PolishWonder · June 2012

We had a sex determination at 16 weeks b/c my FIL was dying and we wanted to tell him if he was having another granddaughter or a grandson. Turns out, he got a grandson who will be his namesake. He passed away the next day. SO worth it for us!

DelBride2012 · June 2012

I did elective for a LOT more money than that and it was worth every penny for me. I can't express in words how much it meant. Seeing her tiny face and hands changed everything for me and has made me feel so much more bonded to her. I uploaded the pictures to my phone and take peeks at her every day at work.

MrsLaLaBug · June 2012

I could not wait either, so we are doing ours on the 30th!

BarooGirl · June 2012

MandJS:
LoisLane23:
MandJS:
LoisLane23:
Megroons:

Bambina54:
Thank you MandJS. It's my stupid pet peeve when people say they are finding out the gender.

I agree with this! I also get annoyed when people make it all about finding out the sex when really it's knowing your baby is healthy!

Yeah, but what about the peen and vajazz?

I think I would want to know if my baby had both.

Well then a 16 week gender scan is your best bet.

Well crappity. ::Looks down at siggy:: I'm already 18 weeks. NOW WHAT DO I DO!?!?!?!?!?!

You can get out the water sticks (whatever they are called, divining rods?).

Sprite2012 · June 2012

I did it! We went in at 16 weeks for an elective ultrasound for gender determination. I don't see why you shouldn't!

Sprite2012 · June 2012

MandJS:
BarooGirl:
MandJS:
LoisLane23:
MandJS:
LoisLane23:
Megroons:

Bambina54:
Thank you MandJS. It's my stupid pet peeve when people say they are finding out the gender.

I agree with this! I also get annoyed when people make it all about finding out the sex when really it's knowing your baby is healthy!

Yeah, but what about the peen and vajazz?

I think I would want to know if my baby had both.

Well then a 16 week gender scan is your best bet.

Well crappity. ::Looks down at siggy:: I'm already 18 weeks. NOW WHAT DO I DO!?!?!?!?!?!

You can get out the water sticks (whatever they are called, diving rods?).

BUAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!

I'm confused. What are water sticks?

DelBride2012 · June 2012

Sprite2012:
I did it! We went in at 16 weeks for an elective ultrasound for gender determination. I don't see why you shouldn't!

Well, the two big reasons not to are that the FDA recommends against it and that it's theorized that ultrasounds are incredibly loud for the fetus, on par with a subway train in a tunnel.

FloridaLady · June 2012

I had mine at 16w4d -- my A/S isn't scheduled until 21w. DH and I are big planners and it was worth the $65 to us to know a month early. If it's not in your budget it's not worth it but if you can spare it I say go for it Smile

janecanadian · June 2012

I heard a story on the radio recently about OBGYN's want to ban gender determination ultrasounds held prior to 20 weeks, including so-called entertainment ultrasounds that serve no purpose. Turns out that some people from certain cultures are using these early ultrasounds to make sure their first born is a boy and they are having abortions if it's not!

PolishWonder · June 2012

MandJS:
PolishWonder:
We had a sex determination at 16 weeks b/c my FIL was dying and we wanted to tell him if he was having another granddaughter or a grandson. Turns out, he got a grandson who will be his namesake. He passed away the next day. SO worth it for us!
That's really special that you were able to do that for him. And I'm sorry about your FIL.

Thanks, hon. We're thrilled we got to tell him. The very last thing he ever said was, "Hi" to DD. He loved my little girl so much. Crying

golomboc · June 2012

16 weeks is a hard time to do ultrasounds efficiently. If it's just for gender, agreed, up to you. I would suggest saving your receipts if you go shopping right away until confirmation at 20 weeks. Sometimes gender is not perfectly clear that early and little boy parts can hide... It's not impossible, but not as clear. Best wishes!

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