Frequently asked questions

We are conveniently based in York at the YSM Clinic, David Lloyd, St John’s Playing Field, Hull Road, YO10 3LG. Our clinic is easily accessible by car and public transport, with free on-site parking for all clients. We proudly serve families across Yorkshire, including York, Leeds, Harrogate, Selby, Malton, Scarborough, Pocklington and surrounding areas.

Yes! There’s a large, free car park right outside which makes it easy and convenient to park when you come for your scan. We’re located inside David Lloyd York on the left as you enter the building.

Yes. Yorkshire Baby Scan is located on the ground floor within David Lloyd York, providing step-free access from the car park to the clinic. A large on-site car park is available, including designated accessible parking bays close to the building entrance. If you have specific accessibility requirements or need any assistance before your appointment, please contact us and our team will be happy to help.

Our clinic operates by appointment only to ensure personalised care for every parent. We are open on Tuesday: 6 pm – 8 pm, Thursday: 6 pm – 8 pm and Saturday: 9 am – 1 pm. You can easily book online through our services page.

Yes, we aim to make our clinic accessible and welcoming for all visitors. If you have any mobility requirements, use a wheelchair, or need any additional assistance during your visit, please contact us before your appointment on 01904 413669.

We are happy to discuss any individual needs and make reasonable adjustments where possible. Please contact our team before your appointment so we can ensure the best possible experience during your visit.

If you have any questions about accessibility or would like to discuss your requirements before booking, please call our team on 01904 413669. We will be happy to help.

Absolutely. If you require a carer, support person, or interpreter to accompany you, they are welcome to attend your appointment. Please let us know in advance if you have any specific requirements so we can make appropriate arrangement.

• Early pregnancy scan (6-11 weeks)
• NIPT and scan (10-40 weeks)
• NIPT without scan (10-40 weeks)
• Dating scan (11-40 weeks)
• Gender only scan (16-32 weeks)
• 4D and growth scan (24-34 weeks)
• Growth scan (24+ weeks)
• Gender and growth scan (24-32 weeks)
• Presentation scan (36+ weeks)

Unfortunately, we cannot transfer booked services to another person. If you no longer need your appointment, please contact us, and we’ll do our best to find a solution.

If your plans change, please contact us as soon as possible. We offer flexible rescheduling to accommodate your needs.

Our prices start from £65 and varies depending on the service and optional keepsakes. We offer scans and keepsakes to give parents the best value. For full pricing and package details, visit our service page.

Yes. Our baby scan gift vouchers are available to purchase online and make a thoughtful gift for expectant parents. Vouchers can be used towards any of our scan packages, including early pregnancy, gender, 4D bonding and growth scans.

Once purchased, the voucher can be sent directly to you or to the recipient, making it a perfect surprise for baby showers, birthdays or special occasions. The recipient can then easily book their appointment online at a time that suits them. You can purchase your gift voucher online by clicking the link here.

An ultrasound scan uses high-frequency sound waves to create live images of the inside of the body. These sound waves bounce off different areas and are turned into moving pictures, allowing us to see what’s happening in real time.

At Yorkshire Baby Scan, we carry out external ultrasound scans, where a small probe is gently moved over the skin. This produces clear images and short video clips, helping us capture important moments and provide reassurance during your scan.

To get a better view of the baby, a trans-vaginal scan may be necessary. It is usually carried out when an external (abdominal) scan has not provided enough detail. This scan involves a transducer or probe similar in size and shape to a tampon that is inserted into your vagina and connected to the ultrasound machine. This gives us a better view of the fetus as the probe is closer to the uterus.

No referral is required for any of our private scans. We recommend attending your NHS appointments as usual. Our scans are complementary to NHS care and provide extra reassurance or keepsake opportunities.

You should make your appointment no earlier than two weeks after your positive pregnancy test and no earlier than six weeks after the first day of your last period. This is your ‘last menstrual period date’ or LMP.

Please arrive with a full bladder. This will help the sonographer be able to get a clear picture of your baby by transabdominal scan.

If a transabdominal scan isn’t possible, a transvaginal scan may be required to view your baby.

If you have any uncertainties or need clarification, please don’t hesitate to contact us, or for a full preparation guide, please read our blog post here.

For most scans it is recommended that you wear a loose-fitting, two-piece outfit, as this allows easy access to your abdomen.

Booking depends on the type of scan:

• Early Pregnancy Scan: 6–11 weeks
• Gender Scan: 16+ weeks
• 4D Bonding Scan: 24–32 weeks

We recommend booking early to secure your preferred time, especially for 4D scans or weekend appointments. You can check availability and book online here.

There’s no right or wrong answer, it’s completely up to you! Many parents love visiting us regularly to check everything is progressing well and to capture precious moments along the way. Others choose just a single scan, like a dating or gender scan. Whatever you decide, we’re always here to welcome you and make each visit a special experience.

From as early as 16 weeks our sonographers can check your baby’s gender. It is also helpful for you to come with a full bladder so we can get the best view of your baby.

As every baby and stage of pregnancy is different, appointment times can vary depending on your baby’s position and visibility during the scan. Some babies are easy to see straight away, while others may be curled up, sleeping, or facing away, which can make capturing clear images a little more difficult. If needed, we may ask you to move around, change position, or take a short walk to encourage baby to settle into a better position for scanning. We always allow enough time for your appointment to ensure you have a relaxed experience and never feel rushed during your visit.

The baby’s heartbeat, body and limb movements can usually be identified. The baby may be seen moving during an ultrasound examination earlier in the pregnancy than you are able to feel it move.

There is no pain involved in an ultrasound scan of your pelvis although there may be minor discomfort for some women in maintaining a full bladder required in early pregnancy scans.

Diagnostic ultrasound has been used in pregnancy for many years with no known side effects or risks.

Yes, you are welcome to bring along those close to you who also want to share this amazing experience. Initially only one other person will be allowed in with you, however once the baby is in view everyone can take turns in seeing the scan.

Children are welcome. For the safety and comfort of all clients, we ask that an extra adult supervises younger children during your appointment.

Yes, all scans include a medical report detailing our findings. We also provide optional extras:

• Basic package: Four printed images of your baby
• Photo bundle package: Eight printed images of your baby to share with family and friends (+£10.00)
• Upgrade Package: Four printed photographs of your baby plus all digital images supplied on a USB stick (+£20.00)*

*We do not provide digital images via email.

It is entirely your choice, but we do recommend that you let your midwife or maternity team know. Keeping them updated ensures they have the full picture of your pregnancy and can continue to provide you and your baby with the safest care. In some cases, especially in early pregnancy, further follow-up with the NHS may be recommended.

In the event that your scan results require a referral, our clinic teams have relationships with local NHS trusts and will work with you to book a follow up appointment for your ongoing care.

If you’re expecting twins or multiple babies we kindly ask that you book your scan over the phone on 01904 413669. Scanning for multiple babies does take longer and requires more care and detail. Calling our team to book allows for us to allocate extra time for your booking and we can also discuss any extra fees that may be involved.

Scan price for twins

We’d love to hear from you! You can share your thoughts by sending us an email at info@yorkshirebabyscan.co.uk, or by leaving a review on our Google page. Your feedback helps us improve our services. You can leave a Google review here.