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3D Experience... What is a Pregnancy Ultrasound without a Prescription

Friday, August 15, 2025 3 min

Ultrasound during pregnancy is well established in the medical field. Its role is important in screening for certain issues in the baby. To meet the demand of our clientele who wanted to discover more about their baby’s features in a non-medical setting, we developed the 3D Experience service, which focuses on recreational ultrasound without a medical purpose. Pregnant women can therefore have an ultrasound during pregnancy in a friendly environment.

Recreational Ultrasound without Prescription

Medical pregnancy ultrasound requires a prescription because it involves medical monitoring. However, for a recreational ultrasound, no prescription is necessary. Recreational ultrasounds are performed by friendly staff, but without medical training. That’s why they cannot make a diagnosis or answer your medical questions. Recreational ultrasound is solely for expectant parents who want to have a unique ultrasound experience to discover their baby’s features. If you have a prescription, you will be directed to a medical ultrasound service instead.

Unique Pregnancy Ultrasound Clinic in Quebec

In a relaxed atmosphere, expectant parents will enjoy a friendly space adapted for their guests. That’s why recreational pregnancy ultrasound allows the presence of your family or friends. Babies, children, and grandparents are all welcome. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be offered to enhance your experience. With our 3D Experience service, expectant parents have a magical encounter with their baby!

Would you like to plan a recreational pregnancy ultrasound without a prescription? Check out the 3D Experience ultrasound packages.

About the author

Alexandra

Clinical Nurse -

Alexandra is a Clinical Nurse at Prenato, holding a degree from Laval University in Quebec. With 5 years of experience working with clients in obstetrics and perinatal CLSC before joining Prenato, as well as being a mother of two children, she knows how to use her listening skills, empathy, and kindness to serve her patients. What she appreciates most about her role at Prenato? Taking the time to support and inform future and new parents so that they can make informed choices and develop their confidence and parental autonomy.

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