{"id":1296,"date":"2025-04-19T08:47:28","date_gmt":"2025-04-19T07:47:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mascothealthcare.com\/blog\/?p=1296"},"modified":"2026-08-21T21:18:17","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T20:18:17","slug":"pregnancy-ultrasound-schedule-how-often-should-lagos-moms-get-scans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mascothealthcare.com\/blog\/pregnancy-ultrasound-schedule-how-often-should-lagos-moms-get-scans\/","title":{"rendered":"Pregnancy Ultrasound Schedule: How Often Should Lagos Moms Get Scans?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pregnancy ultrasounds are exciting milestones, but many Lagos mothers wonder: <em>&#8220;How many scans do I really need?&#8221;<\/em> Here&#8217;s a general guide to recommended ultrasound timing in Lagos \u2014 from early detection to delivery prep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Standard Pregnancy Ultrasound Schedule<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. First Trimester (Weeks 6-12)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scan Type:<\/strong> Early viability\/dating scan.<br><strong>Purpose:<\/strong> Confirm pregnancy location (rules out <a href=\"https:\/\/mascothealthcare.com\/blog\/ectopic-pregnancy-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatment\/\">ectopic pregnancy<\/a>), check fetal heartbeat, estimate due date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Second Trimester (Weeks 18-22)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scan Type:<\/strong> Anatomy scan.<br><strong>Purpose:<\/strong> Detailed check of baby&#8217;s organs, detect abnormalities, confirm placenta position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Third Trimester (Weeks 28-32)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scan Type:<\/strong> Growth scan.<br><strong>Purpose:<\/strong> Monitor baby&#8217;s size\/position, check amniotic fluid levels, assess placental function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When Extra Scans Are Needed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additional ultrasounds may be needed for high-risk pregnancies, twins\/triplets, previous C-section, reduced fetal movements, or bleeding\/abdominal pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Smart Scanning Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always get a doctor&#8217;s opinion \u2014 don&#8217;t self-prescribe scans<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Save all reports \u2014 comparisons help detect issues<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Check what your HMO plan covers<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While 3-5 ultrasounds are typical, your ideal schedule depends on your health history, pregnancy complications, and your doctor&#8217;s recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/mascothealthcare.com\/pregnancyscan.php\">Book Your Pregnancy Scan<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Book Your Pregnancy Scan in Lagos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Due for your next pregnancy scan? 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