Transforming a Scan into a Family Event
At Ultrasound Baby Face, we believe the prenatal imaging session is truly the start of your family's journey together. It’s an incredibly exciting time, and our studios are designed to be warm and spacious, accommodating the people you love most. Including siblings, grandparents, and close friends can transform a memorable experience into an unforgettable family event. Here are some creative ways to involve your loved ones in the magic of meeting your baby for the first time.
Involving Siblings: Making Them Part of the Team
When a new baby is on the way, making big brothers and sisters feel important is essential. The ultrasound session is a perfect opportunity to prepare them for their new role and help them build a connection.
- Designated Viewers: Give the sibling a special seat closest to the large viewing screen. This signals that they have a very important job in the viewing process.
- Official Namer: Let the sibling suggest a temporary "code name" for the baby during the session (e.g., "Squiggle," "Peanut").
- Heartbeat Listener: If your package includes a heartbeat recording, give the sibling the honor of holding the recording device or pressing the button. This is a very tangible keepsake for them.
Including Grandparents and Extended Family
Grandparents often feel the deepest emotional connection to this moment, and including them in the scan is a wonderful gesture. Our studios are set up to ensure comfortable seating for everyone, making it easy to share the joy.
- Virtual Attendance: If physical distance is an issue, ask our staff about setting up a live video call (like FaceTime or Zoom) so distant grandparents can watch the 4D live footage in real-time.
- Picture Duty: Assign a family member the role of the official picture-taker (of the viewing screen and of the parents' reactions) so you can focus on the bonding experience.
- Guessing Game: Before the scan begins, have everyone write down their gender guess or estimate the baby's weight. The ultrasound can become the official moment of truth!
Creating Lasting Keepsakes Together
The memories don't end when the scan is over. We offer various physical and digital keepsakes that you can create or personalize with your loved ones.
- Framing Party: Let siblings help pick out a frame for the favorite 3D print.
- Announcement Cards: Use the beautiful HD images captured during the session on your baby announcement cards.
Sharing this first look creates immediate bonds and gives every family member a profound connection to the baby before their arrival.