The experience

Like walking into a celebration.

A visit to Hi Mom is a family event, not a clinic appointment. Here is exactly what happens, so you know what to expect.

The doctor at the machine with a mom, looking at the screen

How a visit works

  1. Book your week

    Pick the session that fits your week and book online, or call (619) 425-8161. Sessions are by appointment.

  2. Get ready

    Drink plenty of water in the days before, and one bottle (500 ml) about 30 minutes before. Wear comfortable clothing, no dresses please. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early with your guests: sessions start on time, and we cannot wait for late guests.

  3. Meet your baby

    Your session is 5 to 25 minutes of scanning, depending on the package, on the 140-inch screen with up to 20 guests. Babies don’t always cooperate. Our team is patient, and if baby hides her face, ask us about coming back.

  4. Take it home

    Your photos are ready within an hour after your visit: black and white images, color digital photos by email, prints, and the video in the packages that include it. Plan on an extra 30 minutes to an hour for that.

A theater for you and up to 20 guests

Leather sofas, 4K projection on a 140-inch screen, and room for grandma, the aunts, the big brother and everyone else. Tap the screen to watch a real session.

Family moment

20 guests

“My husband and his sister enjoyed watching from the leather sofas!” Shelley T., Google review

The experience

How to prepare

  • Drink plenty of water in the days before your visit, and one bottle of water (500 ml) about 30 minutes before.
  • Wear comfortable clothing, no dresses please.
  • Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early with your guests. Sessions start on time, and we cannot wait for late guests.
  • Payment is due at the time of service: credit, debit or tap to pay. No insurance needed.
  • Need to cancel or reschedule? Please give at least 24 hours’ notice.

What to bring

  • Your guests: up to 20, on the leather sofas.
  • A phone with room for photos: yours arrive by email within an hour.
  • Comfortable clothing, no dresses please.
  • Payment for the day: credit, debit or tap to pay.

Expecting twins?

Yes, we capture twins. It takes a little more time and effort, which we gladly provide for $15 more per session (not on Hi Mom Basic or SneakPeek).

  • The sonographer scanning while dad holds a toddler
  • A mom on the bed with her baby on the screen
  • A family on the leather sofas
  • The photo corner frame in the lobby

Questions about the visit

How long is a session?

The scan itself is 5 to 10 minutes for 2D sessions, 10 minutes for the 6D Special, 15 to 20 for Silver and 20 to 25 for Gold. Plan on an extra 30 minutes to an hour so we can send you home with everything you want that day.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes, sessions are by appointment. Book online or call (619) 425-8161. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early with your guests: sessions start on time, and we cannot wait for late guests.

How do I get the clearest images?

Drink plenty of water in the days before your visit, and one bottle of water (500 ml) about 30 minutes before. Wear comfortable clothing, no dresses please.

Can you capture twins?

Yes. It takes a little more time and effort, which we gladly provide for $15 more per session (not on Hi Mom Basic or SneakPeek).

Who can come with me?

Whoever you like: up to 20 people in our theater, watching on the 140-inch screen from the leather sofas.

When are my photos ready?

Within an hour after your visit, ready to share with your family and friends.

All the questions

Ready to meet your baby?

Pick your week, book online, and bring everyone you love.

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Hi Mom Ultrasounds sessions are elective keepsake ultrasounds for bonding and memories. They are not diagnostic and are not a substitute for care from your doctor or midwife.