3rd time mom here, and with my last 2, ultrasounds didn't happen until the big 20 week ultrasound. Have things changed? Seems like everyone is getting a first tri dating scan. My first appointment is next week at 7weeks and I would be so excited to see baby!
Re: Is everyone getting ultrasounds?!
My current doctors office won't let me have a peek until 12wks
Low progesterone
Baby boy born 01/2016
Currently: NTNP
But that's not correct- check out the first ultrasound photo thread. You'll see ladies who are 5wks+ sharing their pictures.
And I know PLENTY of ladies who have had ultrasounds at 6wks.
For my previous two it was standard just to have the 20 week anatomy scan. I've since moved and my new practice does a 8-10 week dating scan.
My midwife doesn't typically see you before 10-12 weeks, and she doesn't recommend an ultrasound except the 20 week one. Although I certainly understand that for a lot of women seeing it as soon as possible helps, but for me I wouldn't want the stress of being off about my ovulation and spending weeks terrified that something was wrong when it is actually fine. I think in most places if you are high risk or really persistent, you can get an early one, even if your insurance might not cover it.