Cervical screening
Cervical screening (smear test) is a screening test that is free and available on the NHS as part of the National Cervical Screening Programme. Women are automatically invited by letter, between the ages of 25 – 64 and if registered as a female with a GP surgery....
4d and Growth Scans – What to expect at your appointment
Written by Beata Anderson, Advanced Practitioner Sonographer If you are visiting us for a Growth Scan with 4D, you may have one or more of the common questions we are asked. Here we provide the answers, preparing you in advance about what to expect from your booking....
Covid-19 in pregnancy
Written by Dr Sarah Merritt - Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Covid-19 infection in pregnancy is still a major risk for women and their babies especially if women are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated. Having both vaccinations and the booster at any stage...
Having a 4D scan.
Why should I have a 4D scan? While it may not be seen as necessary by many couples, having a 3D/4D Ultrasound can be one of the most exciting moments of your pregnancy and a time to bond with your little one before they are born. While a 3D scan shows still pictures...
Folic acid
What is folic acid? Folic acid is a man-made supplement that you are advised to take while you are trying for a baby and until you are 12 weeks pregnant. The natural form of folic acid is folate and is found in green leafy vegetables, breakfast cereal, bread and...