Growth & Reassurance Scan in Blackheath (Second & Third Trimester)
Extra reassurance between NHS appointments. Book a private growth scan in Blackheath (SE3) to check baby's growth, position, and fluid levels in a calm, doctor-led clinical environment.
Same-week appointments available
CQC Regulated
Medical clinic with clinical governance
HCPC Registered
Qualified diagnostic sonographers
Same-Week Slots
Fast access when you need reassurance
Compassionate Care
Time for questions and clear explanations
A Private Pregnancy Scan for Clarity and Peace of Mind
In the second and third trimester, it's normal to want reassurance — especially if you have a long gap between routine NHS scans.
Our Growth & Reassurance Scan is designed for parents who want a clear, calm assessment of baby's wellbeing and development, with time to ask questions and understand what's being checked.
This scan is commonly booked by parents who:
- Feel anxious between NHS appointments
- Want reassurance after reduced movements
- Want to check baby's position closer to birth
- Have concerns around growth, fluid levels, or placenta location
- Prefer a calm, private clinic experience
What This Growth Scan Checks
Your growth and reassurance scan may assess:
Baby's growth and estimated weight
Monitoring development progress
Amniotic fluid levels
Checking fluid around baby
Baby's position
Head down / breech assessment
Placenta location and health
General placenta assessment
Basic reassurance checks
Appropriate to gestation
Important: This scan is designed for reassurance and monitoring, and does not replace NHS screening scans such as the 20-week anomaly scan.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Before / During / After
Before your appointment
- No referral needed — you can self-book online
- Please arrive 10 minutes early
- Eat and drink as normal
- Bring your NHS notes if available (optional)
During the scan
- Performed by an HCPC-registered sonographer
- Clear explanations throughout the scan
- You'll be able to view baby on the screen
- Time is provided for questions and reassurance
- We explain what is seen and what it means in a calm, clinical way
After the scan
- Findings are explained immediately
- Images are provided where possible
- If anything needs further assessment, we advise the appropriate next step (NHS maternity team, triage, or specialist follow-up)
When Should You Book a Growth & Reassurance Scan?
Second Trimester
From around XX weeks onwards
Third Trimester
Often between 28–36 weeks, especially for reassurance, position checks, or growth monitoring
If you're unsure what timing is best, our team can guide you.
Working Alongside NHS Maternity Care
Our private scans support NHS care by offering additional reassurance and clinical insight between routine appointments.
We do not replace:
- 12-week NHS dating scan
- 20-week NHS anomaly scan
- NHS antenatal pathway and screening programmes
If onward assessment is needed, we will clearly recommend the most appropriate next step.
Why Choose The Blackheath Clinic?
- HCPC-registered diagnostic sonographers
- Doctor-led clinic with medical governance
- CQC-regulated medical clinic environment
- Calm, private scan room
- Modern high-resolution ultrasound equipment
- Unhurried appointments with time for questions
Location: Blackheath Village (SE3)
We're just a 2-minute walk from Blackheath Station
Blackheath Village
2 min from Blackheath Station
Train
Bus
Car
Easily accessible for:
- Greenwich (SE10)
- Charlton (SE7)
- Lewisham (SE13)
- Eltham (SE9)
- South East London
If you're searching for a private growth scan near me, our SE3 clinic is convenient and easy to reach.
FAQs – Growth & Reassurance Scans
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