16 week gender scan

I have my gender scan later today and feel a bit unsure about how best to prepare. Do I need a full bladder? And any tips to make sure the baby is moving/able to see the gender?

Also feeling incredibly anxious that all is ok and baby is healthy!

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I didn’t have a full bladder and didn’t do anything different beforehand and my baby was actually too active to see right away as she wouldn’t stay still 🙈 I’m sure everything will be fine, just remember to enjoy it ☺️ x

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I had a full bladder for mine to ensure baby is pushed outwards for a clearer picture but I think it ultimately depends on position of the baby and whether they can get a clear potty shot. Mine took a while as baby was challenging the sonographer but don’t worry, they’re very experienced and will try their best to find it for you!

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Try and have something sugary or a bit of caffeine first to get baby moving. It took a while for mine to get moved but they managed to find the gender at 15+1. I don’t think full bladder matters at this stage, they told me it’s just earlier on so they can see more x

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I had sugary sweet and a can of coke still didn't make much of a difference had to move side to side and wiggle and poke my tummy he finally moved but took the sonographer a good 10 mins to find out his gender don't worry they will Try everything. Sonographers don't give up so easily xx

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Thanks so much all, baby was very stubborn but we got there in the end, one healthy baby girl! 🩷

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Awww amazing congratulations 🩷

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Thanks so much!! 🩷

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My friend announced today they got her 16 week gender scan wrong 🙈 make sure you get it followed up at 20 weeks again.

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