As the first step towards the confirmation of a successful pregnancy, it is a good idea to get an early Pregnancy Scan conducted on you. This will be able to confirm your pregnancy and to determine the expected date of delivery. In the mean time, a good idea of the health of the fetus also could be obtained.

One of the main objectives of this scan is to feel the heart beat of the fetus to make sure that it is in good health. In case it is your first pregnancy, you will be nervous on what to expect and how the procedure is conducted.

Since it is ultrasound technology that is being used in these scans, no incisions or injections are necessary. There is no radiation to worry about either. Most often it is a woman sonographer who will conduct the scan. Therefore, there is no need to worry about anything.