Ultrasounds are common in many pregnancies.
Your care provider may request that you have an ultrasound performed at any stage of your pregnancy. Ultrasound uses sound waves that are bounced off your baby's body and internal organs. These sound waves are then changed into a picture which is seen on a television screen. This procedure can provide you and your care provider with valuable information regarding the health of your baby. Your ultrasound may be very quick, while your care provider looks at one specific thing, or it may be longer to look at many things.