In 60 seconds
Your short plan for this week
Write down what you want explained at the anatomy scan, including what is being checked, when results are given and whether a repeat view might be needed.
Check practical instructions: arrival time, bladder guidance, visitor rules, photos and how long the appointment may take.
Do not treat the anatomy scan as only a sex-reveal appointment; its primary purpose is a structured health assessment.
What you may notice
Your body and how you may feel
Skin, sleep and appetite can change as the bump becomes more noticeable.
What is happening
Baby’s development this week
Protective skin coatings and fine hair begin helping protect delicate skin.
Plain-language examples
What this means in real life
A repeat scan can simply mean the baby's position did not allow all views; it does not automatically mean a problem was found.
A short checklist
What to do now
- Write down what you want explained at the anatomy scan, including what is being checked, when results are given and whether a repeat view might be needed.
- Stay active in ways that feel stable and are appropriate for your pregnancy.
- Learn what movement changes should prompt a call later in pregnancy.
Pause and check
What not to do—or what to ask first
- Do not treat the anatomy scan as only a sex-reveal appointment; its primary purpose is a structured health assessment.
What may be coming up
Appointments, tests and decisions
Check practical instructions: arrival time, bladder guidance, visitor rules, photos and how long the appointment may take.
For the support person
One useful thing a partner can do
- Attend if invited, take notes, and leave space for the clinician to complete the medical examination before asking for extras.
Contact your care team
Contact your doctor or maternity team promptly
Some concerns need advice before the next routine appointment even when they do not feel like an emergency. If a symptom becomes severe, sudden or frightening, use urgent care instead.
See when to contact careUrgent or emergency
Urgent signs during pregnancy or within a year after birth
Get medical care immediately for these symptoms. The list is not exhaustive; if something feels seriously wrong, seek help.
Open urgent warning signs