Baby gender can be determined as early as 14 weeks using an ultrasound, although it's not always 100% accurate. Most doctors schedule ultrasounds for gender determination between 18 and 21 weeks.
Understanding Ultrasound Accuracy for Gender Determination
While an ultrasound can sometimes reveal the baby's sex as early as 14 weeks, accuracy increases with the baby's gestational age. The anatomy becomes more clearly defined as the pregnancy progresses, leading to a higher likelihood of a definitive result.
- 14 weeks: Possible, but less accurate.
- 18-21 weeks: More common and generally more accurate.
It's crucial to remember that even later ultrasounds aren't foolproof. Factors like the baby's position and the quality of the ultrasound image can affect the accuracy of the determination.
The timing of the ultrasound is determined by your doctor based on individual circumstances and preferences.
