Step Away from the Ultrasound

You can’t get away from TomKat even as a science blogger. And that’s just depressing. Ever since the insanely happy couple brought home their very own ultrasound to view baby Suri in utero, the market for home ultrasounds has become a concern for ob/gyn types. Ultrasound companies advertise in pregnancy magazines and websites for services […]

UltrasoundYou can't get away from TomKat even as a science blogger. And that's just depressing.

Ever since the insanely happy couple brought home their very own ultrasound to view baby Suri in utero, the market for home ultrasounds has become a concern for ob/gyn types. Ultrasound companies advertise in pregnancy magazines and websites for services that can cost up to $300. Some even offer 3D and moving images.

The latest warning comes from the British Medical Journal, which says "there is no evidence ultrasounds have ever caused harm, but the fear is that energy from them could raise the temperature of a baby's tissues."

People, you're going to see your baby PLENTY after it's born. Save your money and enjoy your peace while you can!

Warning about Boutique Ultrasounds [BBC News]