Most healthy women receive two ultrasound scans during pregnancy. The first is, ideally, in the first trimester to confirm the due date, and the second is at 18-22 weeks to confirm normal anatomy and the sex of the baby, explains Mendiola.

How often do you get ultrasounds in first trimester?

If you have a healthy pregnancy, youll typically only need two ultrasounds. The first one is usually scheduled for late in the first trimester, around the 11 to 14-week mark. If the pregnancy has no major complications, the second ultrasound comes at about 18 to 20 weeks.

Is it safe to have multiple ultrasounds in early pregnancy?

Dec. 2, 2004 -- Having multiple ultrasound examinations during pregnancy is unlikely to cause any lasting harm to the developing fetus, according to a new study that confirms the long-term safety of the commonly used procedure.

What trimester do you get your first ultrasound?

A first-trimester ultrasound is usually done 7 to 8 weeks from the first day of your last menstrual period, says Rebecca Jackson, MD, assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.

Can you get a ultrasound at 2 months?

Ultrasound at 2 months pregnant In a healthy pregnancy, you can expect to see some cool things during a transvaginal ultrasound: the gestational sac, the yolk sac, the early shape of your baby, and their super-fast heartbeat.