Viewing the unborn child – pregnant women's expectations, attitudes and experiences regarding fetal ultrasound examination

Conclusion The women wanted medical knowledge about the fetal health. They considered the examination a visual experience together with their partner. The scan provided a personification of and an attachment to the fetus. This experience was the first step in the planning of a new life. The women had ambivalent feelings related to the ultrasound examination and they highlighted the importance of holistic care, where the sharing of information happens on an individual basis.
Source: Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research