Limited Ultrasound

Limited Ultrasound

Why do I need an ultrasound?

An ultrasound is a commonly used diagnostic procedure to show that you have a viable intrauterine pregnancy.  When performing a limited ultrasound, our trained nurse sonographer will be looking for three things:

1. Fetal cardiac activity (a heartbeat

2. How far along you are

3. The location of your pregnancy

Kansas law requires counseling and informed consent, including informing a woman of her right to see ultrasound images of her unborn child at least 30 minutes prior to an abortion and giving a list of providers for free ultrasound services at least 24 hours prior. Call Insight Women’s Center today for your free appointment.

Always Free, Always Caring,

Always Confidential

What are the different types of ultrasounds?

Ultrasound is a type of imaging technology that uses sound waves to create images. The sound waves bounce off of your baby’s tissues, fluids, and bones, and the transducer (or wand) then picks up these echos and translates them into the image of your baby you see on the screen.  

There are two types of ultrasounds:

  • The abdominal ultrasound is a standard procedure that uses a transducer over the abdomen to show the developing baby’s images.
  • A transvaginal ultrasound is designed to be used inside the vagina to generate sonogram images. This type is most generally used during the early stages of pregnancy.

Depending on how far along you are in your pregnancy, our nurse sonographer may choose to perform both types with your consent.  At the time of your initial appointment, our nurse will determine if you are eligible for an ultrasound. If not, one may be scheduled for another day.

What are the different types of ultrasounds?

Ultrasound is a type of imaging technology that uses sound waves to create images. The sound waves bounce off of your baby’s tissues, fluids, and bones, and the transducer (or wand) then picks up these echos and translates them into the image of your baby you see on the screen.  

There are two types of ultrasounds:

  • The abdominal ultrasound is a standard procedure that uses a transducer over the abdomen to show the developing baby’s images.
  • A transvaginal ultrasound is designed to be used inside the vagina to generate sonogram images. This type is most generally used during the early stages of pregnancy.

Depending on how far along you are in your pregnancy, our nurse sonographer may choose to perform both types with your consent.  At the time of your initial appointment, our nurse will determine if you are eligible for an ultrasound. If not, one may be scheduled for another day.

While we can provide a pregnancy test, an ultrasound, and give you up-to-date
medically accurate information about all your options,
Insight Women’s Center does not offer, recommend, or refer for abortions.

Schedule an appointment today!

Additional Questions You Might Have

Some pregnancy symptoms may include a missed period, swollen/tender breasts, nausea/morning sickness, fatigue/tiredness, backaches, headache, frequent urination, darkening of nipples, food cravings, slight bleeding.

All of our services are free.

The services provided to you by our center are made possibly by individuals, businesses, and local churches who care about you and what you are going through.  We are a faith-based organization & hope to empower you to confidently choose life for your baby, but we also recognize & respect that it’s your choice.  We offer non-judgmental ongoing support for you for all three different options for your pregnancy. 

You need to bring a photo ID. Having a full bladder is recommended if receiving a pregnancy test or limited ultrasound.

While we attempt to accommodate walk-ins, making an appointment is preferred. We cannot guarantee appointment availability for walk-ins. Please text 785-333-1376 or call 785-842-6499 to schedule.

Our tests are professional medical-grade quality, urine pregnancy tests administered by our licensed medical professionals. If the test is positive, we can provide a confirmation of pregnancy.

Please allow anywhere from 45 to 90 minutes for your appointment. Our administrative assistant can give you a better idea of how much time your appointment will take depending on the services you request when scheduling.

After completing the paperwork, you will meet with our professionals to go over your information, and a pregnancy test will be administered. We will plan or schedule an ultrasound with a positive pregnancy test result to confirm a viable uterine pregnancy.

You can bring your partner, a family member, or friend. First, we will talk with you privately. Then if you give us consent to have your support person in the room, your guest will be able to join you for certain portions of your appointment—including the ultrasound. However, due to our strict confidentiality policy, there will be times we need to speak to you privately. Also, we encourage you to make other arrangements for your children but understand sometimes that may not be possible. Children are welcome to stay with a responsible person in our waiting area.

Our medical services do not  include testing for STD/STI’s.  Our caring medical staff can educate you on the different types of STD/STI’s and how they can affect your pregnancy. Then provide a referral to a local medical facility that can provide testing for you. 

We are committed to support women throughout their pregnancy decision  journey. We are prepared to provide after-abortion support to women who feel they can benefit from this service.
In Kansas, the law requires anyone under the age of 18 to obtain consent from both parents to get an abortion. If your parents are separated or divorced, only the parent with custody needs to consent to the abortion. Scheduling an appointment with IWC does not require parental consent.  As we talk through your pregnancy options, we will discuss ways you can tell your parents about your pregnancy and how to include them in your decision-making process.

We adhere to a strict privacy and confidentiality policy. Clients are protected from disclosure of information that violates their right to privacy except where required by law, required for public health reasons, required to avert a threat of harm to the client or a third person, or when other circumstances may reasonably warrant such use or disclosure without prior authorization (e.g., abuse reporting, suicide/homicide prevention, etc.)

“The things I liked best about the medical services I received was being able to see what’s going on inside me.”

“I liked the way they care about me.”

“The staff was the best, and the sonogram was really great to see.”

“The things I liked best about the medical services I received was being able to see what’s going on inside me.”

“I liked the way they care about me.”

Amazing place. Super nice staff. We always feel really welcomed, and they really care.”

The information presented on this website is intended for general education purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.

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