We are passionate about providing a wonderful experience for you and your family, but the health and well-being of your baby will always be fundamental to our care. Unfortunately, the private ultrasound sector is unregulated, and many practitioners claim to be sonographers without formal qualifications. That’s why we guarantee that you will only ever be scanned by a medical professional with proven ultrasound qualifications and extensive NHS diagnostic experience.
City centre location
We are located in the heart of Colchester city centre, with excellent transport links and a multitude of multistorey car parks close by. Our location offers the added benefit of having an abundance of local shops and restaurants in close proximity, ensuring that attending your scan appointment can be combined with a day out for all the family to enjoy.
Safe hands
We want you to have confidence in our abilities. Our founder and lead sonographer is:
Qualified in medical ultrasound, obstetrics and gynaecology
Qualified in midwifery
Experienced in NHS diagnostic ultrasound (10+ years)
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
Fetal Medicine Foundation accredited
A member of the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (ISUOG)
Regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Committed to continued professional development
Excellent links to the local hospital
Our sonographers continue to work at the local NHS trust, which is why we have genuine links with the maternity and ultrasound services, with robust referral pathways in place. Although all our scans are non-diagnostic, on the rare occurrence that your scan identifies any issues, we will ensure that (with your consent) you will be referred to the most appropriate practitioner directly. This may be your midwife, GP, antenatal consultant, maternity triage, early pregnancy unit, A&E or the local fetal medicine department.
Longer appointment times
All our standard appointments are a minimum of 20 minutes long*. This ensures that you are not rushed and have at least 20 dedicated minutes with our highly experienced midwife sonographer, who will talk you through the scan and answer any questions.
*Please note that the standard 20-minute appointment time excludes our 2D Tuesday and 4D Friday special offers. These appointments are 15 minutes long.
Top of the range ultrasound technology
Image quality is just as important to us as it is for you. We have invested a significant amount into state-of-the-art scanning facilities so we can offer you a remarkable insight into the world of your little one at every stage of your pregnancy.
Affordable packages
We offer simple and affordable ultrasound packages for all to enjoy, with fetal well-being checks as standard. Though we recommend booking our scans in advance, we also welcome and accept walk in appointments.
No extra cost for twins
We love scanning twins and recognise that having two children at the same time usually comes with double the cost! This is why we will never charge you extra for growing two babies, or three, or four. If you already know that you are pregnant with twins, please inform us at the time of your booking. This is to ensure that we can allocate you extra time during your appointment.
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Jodie Beaver
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After a previous late loss, my anxiety during this pregnancy was through the roof, I came to Emma for scans every 2 weeks for reassurance and I truly cannot thank her enough for the support she gave me during my pregnancy. Emma always made me feel comfortable and well cared for, whilst still remaining professional and patient, the scans never felt rushed. She made an extremely stressful time feel calming and reassuring, like we have known each other for years. I attended elsewhere for scans during my previous pregnancy which always felt rushed, but now I wouldn’t go anywhere else other than little peek and I have recommended Emma to so many of my friends.
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Georgina Lench
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I had a private pregnancy scan at 6 weeks and it was such a reassuring and positive experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, professional, and very understanding of how emotional and nerve-wracking those early weeks can be.
Everything was clearly explained to us throughout the scan, which really helped put my mind at ease. Seeing the tiny heartbeat for the first time was incredibly special and something I’ll never forget. The environment was calm, clean, and welcoming, which made the whole appointment feel relaxed rather than clinical.
I also appreciated how much time they took to answer all of my questions and make sure I felt comfortable before leaving. It made such a difference to have that extra reassurance so early in the pregnancy.
I would highly recommend a private early scan to anyone who is feeling anxious or simply wants that early confirmation and special moment. It gave me real peace of mind and turned what could have been a stressful milestone into a truly memorable one. 💕👶🩺
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Kara Darcy
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I came with my daughter and her partner today for a 4d scan. We were made to feel so welcome, Emma was absolutely amazing. So friendly and patient. This is my first grandchild so I was a tad emotional. A beautiful experience in a beautiful environment. A day I will never forget.
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Alicia Templeman
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100% recommend! Went today for the first time to have an early reassurance scan. I was so nervous but as soon as i stepped through the door there was a sense of calm, truly a wonderful place. Emma was incredible really put my nerves at ease, such a lovely experience.
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Grace Stoggell
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Me and my husband have had 3 scans at LittlePeek. We were recommended it by our midwife. Each scan has been easy to book, reasonably priced and Emma made each experience so memorable and special. I would highly recommend to anyone.
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Alla Zamfir
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I visited Little Peek Baby Ultrasound for the first time today and I am absolutely delighted with the experience. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and there was such a lovely atmosphere throughout. The clinic is spotlessly clean and the sonographers are simply wonderful. The ultrasound quality was outstanding. I feeling so positive and happy. A huge thank you for your hard work and for taking such great care of pregnant mums-to-be!
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Georgia Pearson
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Wow! What an experience. I woke up one morning and decided I wanted to see my baby, I didn't think anywhere would have on the day spots until I came across Little Peek. I booked a 4D package and headed down the same afternoon! I was greeted by Erin who was so lovely and then not long after Emma came out to take me and my husband through. The entire place was immaculate and full of the most beautiful aesthetics. Emma is clearly very passionate about her work and spent the entire time making sure she got the best angles/images for us, as well as making sure baby was all ok. I'd honestly recommend 10/10 and would definitely go back again and again and again!
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Laura Daud
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Absolutely incredible visits with Emma since finding out we were expecting right up until today also finding out our gender. Lovely lady very kind and caring and so glad I found her hidden gem of a shop thank you Emma
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Emily Handley
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We have had an early scan, gender scan and 4D scan here with Emma and have recently completed the hypnobirthing classes with Teri, everything about this place is absolutely amazing and I wouldn’t recommend anywhere else.
Firstly, each and every scan we have had with Emma have been so thorough and she has really put us at ease, she’s really personal and friendly and really knowledgeable. Each scan was just so amazing. She absolutely loves her job which is clear to see which just adds to how special these scans are.
Secondly, Teri is now quite possibly our new favourite person. We were recommended by another couple, and so pleased we followed advice. Not only is this course really reassuring for ladies, it had been so beneficial for birth partners. My partner left really feeling like he knows what to do during labour now and how to support me. He also has a really good understanding of what happens during labour and the science behind it too. Teri provided us with a wealth of knowledge and a ‘toolkit’ to use at home. The course is really hands on and practical and actually really fun, we had a laugh and she made us feel so comfortable. We have loved it so thank you so much, Teri and Emma, you will both be special to us forever 🤍
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Meg Bomando
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Absolutely fabulous Hynobirth classes. Both myself and my partner have come away feeling calm, educated and equipped for this next step in our pregnancy. Our Hypno birth teacher Teri, was very knowledgeable, approachable and supportive. We particularly enjoyed learning from Teri about the facts behind birth and understanding what is actually happening to the body at each stage of labour. This has helped us to feel calm in anticipation of experiencing labour for the first time. The classes were great for partners wanting to be able to support and learn how they can have a really positive impact when it comes to the birth, with many practical elements to the sessions. We also enjoyed meeting other couples in this small group setting who are at similar stages of their pregnancy journeys. 10/10 experience all round ☺️
Book your pregnancy scan in Colchester today!
Little Peek Baby Ultrasound is a private baby scanning clinic in Colchester city centre. Expect a personalised experience from a highly trained midwife sonographer
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