3D/4d Ultrasounds - Long Beach,CA

I have heard that it could cause speech development problems. I do have a fried who has two children - she got a 3d with one child and he has experienced speech issues.

Dr. Naylor (perinatal specialist) in Torrance is BEYOND wonderful!!!! ###-###-####
I was 39 when I got the biggest surprise of my life... pregnant naturally after years of trying and giving up. When I went to my OB/GYN "high risk" was stamped all over my files and she referred me to a perinatal specialist. I was offended to say the least. Anyway, once I met Dr. Naylor he was so gentle and sweet and had the very latest equipment that I felt blessed that God had lead me to him. Also, because of the 3D/4D he was able to measure the neck of the baby early on to determine there was no Down Syndrome which gave us great peace of mind because we are against the CVS test and the Amnio. I can't recommend him highly enough. He's young and has two young kids of his own. It is so wonderful to have a DVD of our baby that she will be able to watch for years to come. Also, it's fun to see photos of your baby's face, our baby looked just like my husband so we were shocked on birth day to find out we had a girl! Dr. Naylor knew the sex all along but never even hinted to what we were having. He's so easy going that he'll go along with any decision you'll make. He didn't pressure us at all to have genetic testing. We did have extensive blood work through his office and we also learned that I had the egg of a 27 year old. Another bit of proof to give us peace of mind. Our daughter is 9 months now and very bright and alert. I've never heard evidence of these ultrasounds being harmful. Please call him directly if you have a PPO or ask your OB to refer you to him as he's a specialist. Tell him the Spielers sent you. I will definitely use him again if we get pregnant and we live in Long Beach now.... even with gas prices what they are, I'd drive any where for him!!! Good luck!

Hi R.,
I have a 15 month old daughter and am 6 months pregnant with another little girl. I went to Before the Stork in Los Alamitos. I highly recommend it. For my 1st daughter, I used the 4D picture on my Baby Shower Invitations and I got so many compliments on it. It is truly amazing how you can see your child.

My doctor has had three babies and she has told me to come in any time I am concerned to use her equipment to look at the baby. She said she looked at her kids all the time when she was pregnant, so I personally didn't have any concerns.

Friends of mine gave rave reviews about this place, and I have found them to be so kind. We found out when we called that I was near the end of the time frame when they can get good pictures. Despite my husband's very hectic work schedule, they were able to accomodate me and my extended family by giving us an after hours appointment. When our son kept his face covered, they had us come back for free. Having the video and the pictures have helped me wait to meet my first baby.
Here is their website;
http://www.beforethestork4d.com/

Locations:

Anaheim Location

Before the Stork 4D
5642 E. La Palma Ave
Suite 209
Anaheim, California 92807

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Costa Mesa Location

Before the Stork 4D
350 E. 17th Street
Suite 210
Costa Mesa, California 92627

Phone: (949) 646-BABY (2229)
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Long Beach Location

Before the Stork 4D
4622 Katella Ave
Suite 101
Los Alamitos, CA 90720

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Good luck and congrats!
E.

Hello R.,

I had one done with both my children. (2 yr & 1 Yr). It did not harm them in any way. Both are healty and thriving. The place that I went to is in Redondo Beach.
First Look Sonogram
210 Avenue I
Redondo Beach, 90277
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This place was very nice. There is a room that is very comfortable with couches and a big TV on the wall. They place music and work with you. It is a very intamate setting that is very relaxing.
There prices are very reasonable as well. I would go again!
Good Luck to you!

Hello R.

I actually had tow 3D ultrasounds and it did not bother the baby at all. I think they are very cool and they only scan you for possibly 10 minutes if that. I had one at 28 weeks and another at 34. It is very neat to see your baby in 3D as they actually look like a baby and not a black and white nothing :). I was a little concerned about it but have talked to many people that have done them and they said it is fine. Good luck with your pregnancy.

4D ultrasounds are perfectly safe!!! I am an ultrasound technician and did these ultrasounds. I did them while pregnant numernous times. They do consent ultrasounds on high risk pregnanicies. I would recommend going to First Look Sonogram in Redondo Beach because I know they have the good equipment GE Voluson Machine 730 pro, but they are pricey, also there is Prenatal Peek in Torance you can let either place know that M. an ultrasound technician refered you. Good Luck! It is a wonderful experience to see your baby.

I did one with my second child at Before the Stork. It was really cool. The only thing I read about it being harmful is for those who do it to much. They try every week or somehting like that. My was totally safe and done they had all their certifications.

If you have any worries ask your doctor to see what they say. They could even give you a recommendation to someone who does this. http://www.beforethestork4d.com/

I did the 3D/4D ultra sound with my son (who is now 8 weeks old) and it was really cool. I do not believe there are any risks above those of a regular ultrasound. I have several friends and cousins who have also done them and everyone enjoyed them. I wouldnt worry about the safety but do we aware that once you are too far along (i think it is after 35 weeks) it is harder to get a good picture- so dont wait too long.

Congratulations on your new baby and enjoy a glimps of him/her before he/she arrives!

I love them. I had three of them done!!! My baby was also a high risk baby and at 34 weeks I had a quick check ultrasound done 3 times a week. My baby is now 2 and there are no problems with her. She is very smart and can hear just fine.

Hope that helps,
K.