The 3D/4D Experience
Thanks to the advance of technology in the past few years, you now have a whole new dimension available to you! With 3D/4D Ultrasound you are able to witness the miracle of life like never before. At first your tummy starts to grow; soon after, you may feel little twinges as you begin to feel the kicks of your little one moving about and stretching inside. You may have gone to your doctor's office or Diagnostic Center for your second trimester ultrasound with your partner. You get 2D grainy pictures and bring them back to show them off to your family who weren't able to make it or weren't allowed in at your appointment. They can't quite seem to make out the image and neither can you.
Now you have another option—a 3D/4D ultrasound facility that specializes in this amazing technology. Ultrasound has been proven safe for many years and the new advance of 3D/4D imaging is a special type of technology that produces results above and beyond traditional ultrasound. This state of the art technology allows for a 3D or 4D image: 3D still images or 4D live images where you can see movement.
3D/4D ultrasound centers are very warm and inviting. In the viewing room you will find comfortable seating and a nice bed to lie in. Many centers will allow you to bring your entire family and have large screen TVs available so that everyone can have the best seat in the house.
When looking for a 3D/4D Ultrasound facility, it is important that you look for one that hires Diagnostic Technicians as they are the most qualified and have had extensive training and understand the knowledge behind the technology. The presence of diagnostic technicians assures you are receiving the utmost quality 3D/4D ultrasound.
When scanning begins, you will first see the 2D image that most may recognize, but before you know it, you will see your baby on the screen in 3D/4D imaging—the part of the experience where every new parent and family member smiles, gasps or even sheds a few tears! You are able to see your baby right in front of you in a crisp and clear image. Before your eyes your little one may yawn or even smile, beginning a bond that will last a lifetime.
This bond is so beautiful and touching. Dads often cannot believe that they are seeing their child for the first time. It's a wonderful experience for them because up until this very moment they have been touching your belly and waiting for your baby to kick, while only imagining what is going on inside. With 3D/4D technology, you can actually see what's going on. Siblings will often find a trait that is similar to theirs. "She has my nose!" or "He has my feet!" Dads, siblings, grandparents, uncles, aunts and friends all are able to truly experience your pregnancy in a way like no other.
When your session is complete you will have plenty of pictures, a CD with all the images, and even a DVD of your time spent with your little one to watch time and again. This is an experience that you will always treasure and a unique way of documenting your pregnancy and bringing your family together for the first visit with your baby. You may find that your spouse or other children may feel more bonded to your baby by actually seeing them. This is surely an experience you won't want to miss. Seeing that little face will just melt your heart.