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Early Image is a private pregnancy ultrasound scanning centre in Melbourne, Australia, offering 3D, 4D and 5D baby scans, reassurance scans and gender determination scans. Its distinguishing claims are 24/7 availability, walk-in and after-hours appointments, no doctor's referral required, and scans arranged quickly — the site states appointments can be available within 30 minutes and that there is "absolutely no waiting." It is a non-diagnostic, experience-focused service rather than a replacement for your routine medical care.
What services does Early Image offer?
The site lists these scan types under its packages menu:
| Scan | What the site says it is for |
|---|---|
| Reassurance Scan | A stress-free way to check on your baby, hear the heartbeat for the first time and check your due date |
| Stress Relief Scan | Listed as a package option; described in the same reassurance-oriented framing |
| Gender Determination Scan | Finding out the baby's sex |
| Live 4D/5D Realistic Vue Scan | Live 4D/5D viewing, with AI enhancement of 5D images to preview what the baby may look like at birth |
| Combined Gender + Live 4D/5D Scan | Gender determination bundled with a live 4D/5D session |
Every Live 5D scan includes the AI-enhanced image, according to the site. A free gift is also advertised with every scan: a baby outfit from Purebaby's organic clothing range, while stocks last.
How is it different from a hospital or clinic scan?
Early Image positions itself as an elective, comfort-oriented experience rather than a medical diagnostic service. The differences it emphasises:
- No doctor's referral required — you can book directly.
- 24/7 service, including weekend and after-hours appointments, plus walk-ins.
- Short waits — the site claims appointments within 30 minutes of calling and no waiting on arrival.
- Comfort and family focus — a designed viewing room for family and friends, a comfortable bed, warmed gel, and the ability to transfer still images and live video clips to your phone or tablet.
- A sonographer described as warm, friendly and informative, walking you through the scan.
If you need a medically indicated scan — for example, one ordered by your GP or obstetrician for dating, anomaly screening or growth checks — that still belongs with your usual maternity care provider. Early Image's reassurance scan is framed as peace of mind, not a substitute for those appointments.
How do you book, and what should you check first?
- Call the centre on (03) 9529 7433, or use the Book Now / Book Appointment buttons on the site.
- Ask about timing — the site advertises same-day and short-notice slots, but confirm availability for your preferred time, especially for after-hours or weekend visits.
- Confirm the current schedule before travelling. The homepage carries a notice that the centre is away on annual leave from 12 October to 5 November, so walk-in assumptions may not hold during that period.
- Ask which scan suits your stage of pregnancy and what you'll receive (images, video, the AI-enhanced 5D image, the Purebaby gift) so there are no surprises on the day.
The site does not publish prices or payment details, so cost is something to confirm by phone when you book. It also does not state any eligibility restrictions beyond the general framing of elective pregnancy scans — if you have questions about whether an elective scan is appropriate for your situation, raise them with your maternity care provider.
Who is it for?
Early Image suits expectant parents in Melbourne who want to see their baby on short notice, at an hour that fits around work or family, without arranging a referral — and who value the viewing-room experience with partners, family or friends. It is less suited to anyone seeking a diagnostic ultrasound, which should go through their usual medical pathway.