Youll have a dating scan appointment, also known as a 12-week scan, between about 10 weeks and 14 weeks of pregnancy. This is usually the first scan youll have, so its likely to be a significant moment for you.

Can you see the placenta at 12 weeks?

Over the course of your pregnancy, the placenta grows from a few cells into an organ that will eventually weigh about 1 pound. By week 12, the placenta is formed and ready to take over nourishment for the baby.

What are the odds of miscarriage at 12 weeks?

Since the majority of miscarriages occur within the first 12 weeks of gestation, the risk of pregnancy loss after 12 weeks drops dramatically, to between 3% and 4%. After 20 weeks, the risk is roughly 1 in 160 (or 0.6%).