Gender Scans in Bradford – Find Out From 16 Weeks

Your Gender Scan, Explained

A gender scan identifies whether you are expecting a boy or a girl, from 16 weeks onwards. Alongside the reveal, your sonographer performs a limited check within the scope of the appointment, looking at cardiac activity, movements and position where appropriate, so you leave with an answer and a moment to remember. It costs £65, includes digital images, and is available to patients aged 18 and over.

When can fetal sex be identified?

Ultrasound cannot reliably determine fetal sex before 16 weeks, and we do not offer gender scans earlier than this. If you would like an earlier answer, our Early Gender Blood Test + Pregnancy Scan (£179) identifies fetal sex from 6 completed weeks using a small blood sample taken after a pregnancy ultrasound with our sonography team, and NIPT screening from 10 weeks includes the option of finding out the sex alongside chromosomal screening.

How we determine your baby’s sex

Your sonographer examines your baby’s anatomy directly on the screen. From 16 weeks the physical differences are usually clear, provided your baby is in a helpful position. Accuracy depends on the view we can get on the day, which is affected by your baby’s position, the placenta, the amount of fluid and how your baby is lying. Our policy is simple: we only confirm your baby’s sex when it is clearly visible. If we are not certain, we will say so rather than guess.

What the scan includes, and what it does not

This is a focused, limited-scope scan. Your sonographer will look at cardiac activity, movements and position within the scope of the appointment, but it is not an anomaly scan and does not replace your NHS 20-week screening scan, which is a detailed examination of your baby’s development. A reassuring result means the features assessed appeared as expected at that time; it cannot rule out every condition. If we notice anything we think needs medical review, your sonographer will explain it sensitively, document it and provide a letter for your midwife or GP with clear next steps.

What if my baby will not cooperate?

Some babies sit awkwardly on the day, with legs crossed or the cord in the way. If we cannot get a clear enough view to be confident, we will not guess. Under our free rescan promise, your sonographer will explain whether a complimentary rescan on another date is appropriate, when your baby has usually moved into a better position.

Choose your reveal

Some parents want to see for themselves on screen. Others prefer the room lit blue or pink using our Philips Hue lighting as the answer is revealed. If you are planning a gender reveal party, we can seal the result in an envelope so the surprise stays intact, and you can film or photograph the moment however you wish.

What to expect on the day

You can bring up to five guests, and children are welcome to attend with a responsible adult, so the people who matter can share the moment. After a short chat about your pregnancy, the scan is carried out over your tummy with warm gel, in a calm, dimmed room with a large screen. Most appointments take 20 to 30 minutes. No full bladder is needed from 16 weeks, and loose, two-piece clothing makes the scan easier.

Make more of the moment

From 26 weeks you can add a 4D (HDLive) glimpse of your baby’s face to your gender scan for £15, or book a dedicated 4D baby scan later in pregnancy. Many parents also return for a growth and wellbeing scan in the third trimester. Would rather not know the sex? Our Reassurance & Bonding Scan offers the same limited-scope look at your baby without the reveal.