Picture An Angel technicians can provide 3D ultrasound images of your baby from 16-36 weeks.  If you are only planning to visit one time, the best 3D ultrasound images are captured approximately from 24-32 weeks.  The range is due to a variety of factors that impact the ultrasound images taken such as size of baby, fluids around the baby, positioning of baby, placenta, hydration of mother, etc.

Again, due to a variety of factors that impact the ultrasound images taken such as size of baby, fluids around the baby, positioning of baby, placenta, hydration of mother, etc., some baby’s 3D ultrasound images may appear more clear and defined.  We believe that just like most moms’ pregnancy experiences are unique, most moms’ 3D 4D ultrasound experiences are unique and are hard to compare.  The baby’s images that we see are all different, beautiful and simply amazing!

3D 4D ultrasound is an elective service that allows the mother, father and family to clearly view the unborn child in the womb.  A 4d ultrasound session gives mothers, fathers and family members a unique opportunity to bond with the baby by seeing ultrasound images that technology in the past could not provide!

As soon as possible to book the weeks when you would like to view your new baby.  We can arrange convenient days and times to accommodate your schedule.  We are open Monday through Saturday, hours vary by location.

Picture an Angel is a non-diagnostic, non-medical procedure for your enjoyment only.  You do not need a prescription or referral from your doctor, however we do require that you are visiting a doctor for prenatal care and that you have already received a routine medical ultrasound procedure recommended by your physician.  We recommend that you inform your medical provider of your decision to receive a 3D/4D sonogram.   

Trained female sonographers graduated from an accredited sonography school.

Since October of 2004.  We were the first 3D 4D ultrasound studio to begin business in South Orange County.  Our experience and knowledge provide for quality images and an overall quality 3D 4D ultrasound session.  We know what you want and pride ourselves on professionalism and excellent customer service.

A comfortable, two piece outfit to allow the sonographer accessibility to your baby.  Dresses are not recommended.

No.  We do recommend that you are stay well hydrated 2 to 3 days before and the day of your appointment, 8-10 cups of water per day.  Also it is helpful if you have a glass of orange juice or any food one hour before the appointment, as this wakes the baby up and shows activity on the screen.

Due to the position of the baby or other factors mentioned above, rarely, but sometimes this happens.  If so, a $30 sitting fee will be charged and we will invite you to schedule an appointment either later the same day or an alternate day to try again.  You will not pay for the package until we can provide you with quality 3D 4D images that you are satisfied with.  Our customers’ satisfaction is our number one priority.

We will invite you to come back on an alternate day to take a peek again to verify gender for no additional charge if the sonographer is unable to read the image.  We do not guarantee gender determination.  We can accurately read what the images are showing depending on the baby’s positioning.

No.

Depending on the ultrasound package chosen, from approximately 25 to 45 minutes

At our Lake Forest location, we can accommodate up to 10 people.  It is a stand-alone studio.  Our Costa Mesa Hush Baby location can accommodate up to 12 people.  Of course, if your family and friends do not mind “getting close”, more have been known to join in on the 3D 4D ultrasound session at any given location!

Each location is private and comfortable, a spa – like environment inside the ultrasound scanning room.  We have 3 screens for you and your guests to view the 3D 4D ultrasound session.

Not really, we believe the skill of the technician as well as the factors mentioned above will determine the quality of your 3D 4D ultrasound images.  We have two different brands of the latest models of ultrasound machines.  We have GE’s and we have Medisons.  The Medisons are made by GE.  The difference is like comparing between a Mercedes and a BMW, a Casio or Kodak, a Dell or a HP.  They are the all high quality with slight variations.  As with everything, ultrasound technicians have their preference based on their personal experience.

Since we are not a medical facility, we do not accept medical insurance.

For your convenience, we accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover and cash.

Ultrasounds have been performed for many years.  There have not been any proven negative effects from ultrasound scans performed according to FDA standards, however the FDA discourages the use of ultrasound for non-medical reasons.  To learn more about ultrasounds, www.ob-ultrasound.net provides further information.