Private Reassurance Pregnancy Scan London
A calm, pregnancy-focused reassurance ultrasound for 6–17 weeks, designed to check your baby’s heartbeat, movement, basic growth and development when you need clarity between routine appointments or after symptoms such as spotting or cramps.
Reassurance Pregnancy Scan at a glance
London Private Ultrasound offers a private Reassurance Pregnancy Scan for 6–17 weeks at £149. The scan checks your baby’s heartbeat and movement where appropriate, performs basic growth measurements, confirms single or multiple pregnancy where visible, provides ultrasound images to take home and issues a same-day written report. Booking opens securely in Semble in a new tab with no embedded iframe.
Calm reassurance with clear ultrasound reporting
The reassurance scan is designed for expectant parents who want clarity between routine scans, after mild symptoms, following IVF or previous pregnancy loss, or before travel and important events.
Heartbeat and movement
The sonographer assesses fetal heartbeat and movement where appropriate for your pregnancy stage and technical visibility.
Basic measurements
Basic growth measurements are taken and compared with your expected dates or previous scan information where available.
Single or multiple
The scan checks whether a single or multiple pregnancy is visible, depending on gestational age and image quality.
Images and report
You receive representative ultrasound images, a verbal summary and a same-day digital report with relevant findings.
What the sonographer assesses during the reassurance scan
The scan is adapted to your gestational age, symptoms, previous scan results and estimated due date or assisted-conception dates.
A reassurance scan is not a full anomaly scan and does not replace NHS antenatal care. If you have heavy bleeding, severe pain, fainting, fever, collapse or feel acutely unwell, seek urgent medical care.
Your appointment journey
The appointment is designed to be calm, private and informative, with preparation and scan approach explained before the ultrasound begins.
Choose your appointment
Book securely through Semble, or call the clinic if you are unsure whether a reassurance scan, early pregnancy scan or another pregnancy scan is most appropriate.
Follow bladder guidance
For a tummy scan, a full bladder is usually helpful under 16 weeks, while a nearly empty bladder is usually advised after 16 weeks.
Ultrasound assessment
The sonographer applies water-based gel and scans over your tummy. If you are very early, a transvaginal approach may sometimes be discussed for clearer detail.
Explanation and same-day report
The findings are discussed after the scan and a digital report with relevant images is emailed to you the same day.
Common reasons patients book a reassurance scan
Many expectant parents book reassurance ultrasound for peace of mind, symptom review or an extra check between scheduled appointments.
Symptoms or uncertainty
Spotting, cramps, mild discomfort, anxiety about pregnancy symptoms, or uncertainty after previous scan findings.
Between routine scans
An extra ultrasound between NHS appointments to check heartbeat, movement and basic pregnancy progress.
Additional reassurance
After IVF, previous pregnancy loss, before travel, or before an important event where reassurance would help.
When private reassurance is not enough
If you have heavy bleeding, severe abdominal or pelvic pain, shoulder-tip pain, fainting, collapse, fever, fluid leakage, reduced movements later in pregnancy or feel seriously unwell, seek urgent NHS maternity, Early Pregnancy Unit, A&E or emergency care rather than waiting for a private appointment.
Abdominal scan, with consent-led alternatives if needed
Most reassurance scans are transabdominal. A transvaginal scan may sometimes be discussed if you are very early and clearer detail is needed. You can ask questions, request a chaperone, and stop the examination at any time.
- Full bladder usually helps under 16 weeks
- Nearly empty bladder usually advised after 16 weeks
- Digital report and images included
Reassurance Pregnancy Scan price
Simple pricing with direct online booking and no iframe booking calendar.
Reassurance Pregnancy Scan
£149For 6–17 weeks. Includes ultrasound assessment, verbal summary, images and same-day report.
Book in Semble →Blood tests
Ask clinicBlood tests may be recommended in some situations depending on symptoms, scan findings or clinical history.
Repeat ultrasound
If advisedA follow-up scan may be recommended if pregnancy stage, symptoms or findings require interval assessment.
NHS / EPU / A&E
Urgent careSevere symptoms should be assessed urgently and should not wait for a routine private scan.
An additional reassurance scan, not a replacement for maternity care
Private reassurance ultrasound can provide extra clarity and same-day reporting, but it does not replace your NHS antenatal pathway, emergency assessment, screening scans, anomaly scan or specialist obstetric care.
Private reassurance scan
Useful when you want a calm check-in, fast appointment, images and report, or additional reassurance between scheduled appointments.
NHS antenatal care
Essential for routine maternity booking, national screening, anomaly scanning, emergency care and specialist obstetric pathways.
Pregnancy ultrasound team and governance
Your scan is delivered by experienced pregnancy and women’s health ultrasound clinicians, supported by clinical governance and patient-information review from London Private Ultrasound’s leadership team.
Pregnancy ultrasoundAshleigh Austin
Pregnancy and women’s health ultrasound, with a calm, patient-centred scanning approach.
Female sonographerMrs Hosna Rashidi
Female consultant sonographer supporting pregnancy and women’s health ultrasound services.
Clinical governanceDr Babak Soleimanpour
Clinical governance and sign-off for patient information and care pathways.
Clinical editorialMr Pedram Aghaei
Medical writing and content editorial support for London Private Ultrasound patient information pages.
For pregnancy and women’s health ultrasound, a female sonographer can be requested when booking. Availability can vary by date and clinic location, so please mention this in the booking notes or contact the team before attending.
Clinical sign-off by Dr Babak Soleimanpour. Medical writing and content editorial by Mr Pedram Aghaei. Last reviewed: 17/06/2026.
Reassurance Pregnancy Scan FAQ
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What is a reassurance pregnancy scan?
A reassurance pregnancy scan is a private ultrasound check designed to assess your baby’s wellbeing, heartbeat and movement where appropriate for gestational age, provide basic measurements, confirm single or multiple pregnancy where visible, and give you a same-day verbal summary and report.
How much does the Reassurance Pregnancy Scan cost?
The Reassurance Pregnancy Scan is £149. The price includes the ultrasound assessment, verbal explanation within the sonographer’s scope of practice, representative ultrasound images and a same-day written report.
When can I book a reassurance scan?
London Private Ultrasound’s reassurance scan page describes the service as a private reassurance ultrasound scan for 6 to 17 weeks. It is commonly booked between routine NHS appointments, after spotting or cramps, after previous pregnancy loss or IVF, or before travel and important events.
What does the scan include?
The scan includes fetal heartbeat and movement assessment where appropriate, basic growth measurements, confirmation of single or multiple pregnancy where visible, ultrasound images, verbal feedback and a same-day digital report.
Will I see the heartbeat?
The sonographer will assess the heartbeat if it is expected and visible for your gestational age. In very early pregnancy, the heartbeat may not yet be visible and a follow-up scan may be recommended.
Can the scan confirm my baby is growing as expected?
The scan can provide basic measurements and compare growth with your expected dates. If the scan findings do not match your dates or symptoms, the sonographer may recommend follow-up ultrasound, blood tests, GP review or referral.
Can the scan check for twins?
Yes. The scan can usually identify single or multiple pregnancy when it is visible for the stage of pregnancy. Very early pregnancies can occasionally require repeat assessment to confirm details.
Can I book if I have spotting or cramps?
Many patients book reassurance scans after spotting, cramps or anxiety between routine appointments. If symptoms are severe, bleeding is heavy, pain is significant, or you feel unwell, urgent NHS care or A&E assessment is safer than waiting for a private scan.
Can this scan rule out miscarriage?
A reassurance scan can provide information about pregnancy progression and fetal heartbeat where appropriate, but interpretation depends on gestational age and clinical context. Some situations require follow-up scanning or blood tests before a safe conclusion can be made.
Can this scan rule out ectopic pregnancy?
The reassurance scan can assess pregnancy location where visible, but a very early pregnancy may be too small to fully confirm. Severe pain, shoulder-tip pain, fainting, collapse or heavy bleeding should be treated as urgent symptoms requiring emergency assessment.
Is the scan abdominal or transvaginal?
The reassurance scan is usually performed transabdominally, on top of the tummy. If you are very early, a transvaginal scan may sometimes be discussed because it can provide clearer detail. The sonographer will explain the approach and ask for consent.
Do I need a full bladder?
For a transabdominal scan, a full bladder is usually helpful under 16 weeks. If you are over 16 weeks, a nearly empty bladder may be advised. The clinic can give you specific preparation advice when you book.
Is ultrasound safe during pregnancy?
Diagnostic ultrasound does not use ionising radiation. The scan is performed using recognised safety principles, including keeping exposure as low as reasonably achievable while obtaining the information needed.
How long does the scan take?
The ultrasound examination is usually completed within around 15 minutes, depending on your gestational age, symptoms, baby’s position and image quality. Please allow additional time for check-in, history and explanation.
When will I get the results?
The sonographer will discuss the findings with you after the scan. A digital report with relevant images is emailed to you on the same day as your appointment.
Do I need a GP referral?
No routine GP referral is needed for direct private booking. If you have previous scan reports, IVF dates, hospital letters, blood tests or your NHS maternity notes, bring them to help with clinical context.
Can my partner or a support person attend?
A partner or support person can usually attend. Please contact the clinic in advance if you have specific chaperone, accessibility or privacy requirements.
Can I request a female sonographer?
A female sonographer can be requested when booking pregnancy or women’s health ultrasound. Availability depends on date, clinic and rota, so it is best to mention this in the booking notes or call before attending.
Can this replace my NHS pregnancy scans?
No. A private reassurance scan is an additional check and does not replace NHS antenatal care, maternity booking, screening scans, emergency care or specialist obstetric assessment.
What happens if a concern is found?
The sonographer will explain the finding within scope, provide it in the report and recommend the safest next step. This may include repeat ultrasound, blood tests, GP review, Early Pregnancy Unit assessment, obstetric referral or urgent care depending on the situation.
Book your Reassurance Pregnancy Scan
For 6–17 weeks, £149, with images and same-day report included. Booking opens securely in Semble in a new tab.