thread: Did you have a 3D/4D scan in 3rd trimester and did it spoil the surprise????

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  1. #1
    BellyBelly Member

    Jul 2006
    1,069

    We had a scan with DD at 35 weeks and at the time we didn't think she would come out looking exactly like that because scans always seem a little distorted..But when she did come out it really was a spitting image of her! But in no way did it spoil the surprise. It's very different when you actually meet them face to face.

    Have fun!

  2. #2
    Registered User

    Jul 2004
    5,756

    I had one last time at around 32 weeks. He didn't look like that at birth so no surprise spoilt there. Although how can it? Seeing them in the flesh is so much better anyway, i dont think anyone would think it was spoilt. I'm having one this time too in around 4 weeks and can't wait!

  3. #3
    Registered User

    Jan 2005
    Down by the ocean
    6,110

    After Caleb was born I thought he didn't look much like his 3D scan but when I looked at them again there was some resemblance there. It's not like looking at a perfect image though.
    Will be interesting to see what this one looks like when she comes out! We think she looks like Angus in my ticker picture.
    Last edited by ~Raven~; November 4th, 2008 at 06:45 PM.

  4. #4
    Registered User

    Dec 2005
    5,951

    We had a 3d scan at 28 weeks, here is a pic https://www.bellybelly.com.au/forums...93&ppuser=2398
    I'm glad we had it done. We wanted to double check that we were expecting a girl, and it was amazing the difference between 20 weeks, and 28 weeks!

  5. #5
    Registered User

    Jan 2008
    In a land of bubbles and trouble
    1,479

    Gee, how can a scan compete with holding and cuddling your baby for the first time - what are these people thinking??? It's not like the first thing you do is pull out your scan photos and compare

    I had one at 29 weeks and it was beautiful to see him moving around. Go for it honey!

  6. #6
    Registered User

    Mar 2007
    6,979

    Thanks girls!! DH and I are super excited about having it on Sat. We don't feel it's going to give away too much of what our baby looks like!! I suppose there will always be people saying negative things about anything huh?? maybe they could just keep it to themselves!

    For those who asked, it's only $165 and having it done at a place in south brisbane. includes 20min DVD with music, photo album full of photos, and CD with photos on it to share with family etc. They are the cheapest in QLD I believe and have the best technology also. If anyone wants the website i'll PM you. Also our family can come in with us if they want but we aren't doing that as the gender is a secret from everyone, only we know what bub is. They also offer the screening live over the net for family/friends but we aren't doing that either... it's all part of it though...

    We look forward to getting our baby's gender confirmed to us yet again, even though our last sonographer was 99% sure on what bub is and was very experienced.... it will be nice to have that reassurance once more. and to see that cute little face for the first time!!!!

  7. #7
    Registered User

    Jul 2004
    5,756

    Wow $165 is pretty good! Mines costing $260!

  8. #8
    Registered User

    Dec 2004
    Sydney
    1,444

    We had one with DD, and it was amazing. Just seeing who was actually growing inside of me! I framed the face shot and had it on display. Technology is amazing today!

    And yes, Kayla did look like her scan pic. Same nose and same chubby cheeks, but I wasn't going for a suprise. Being able to hold my baby at the end was alot more important to me lol.

    Enjoy every little bit of it

  9. #9
    Registered User

    Mar 2007
    6,979

    And yes, Kayla did look like her scan pic. Same nose and same chubby cheeks, but I wasn't going for a suprise. Being able to hold my baby at the end was alot more important to me lol.

    Enjoy every little bit of it
    Exactly!! That's how I feel. The 'surprise' factor doesnt' really come into it does it.... because it doesn't matter when you see your baby's face, it's always a surprise whether it be in the scan or in real life what matters is holding bub in our arms at the end of it !
    oooooh!! I'm even more excited now.....

    Tegan - yep! It sure is a good price! Was $199 they brought out a special price. Enjoy your scan too!!