no ultrasound?!

Destonee • Gavin's Mom

so I had my first doctor's appointment last Friday and he said I can't get my first official ultrasound picture until I'm 18 weeks. That sounds absolutely absurd. I've seen several women with 10 week, 15 week, even 8 week ultrasounds. I can't hear the heartbeat or anything. As a first time mom, I'm very confused. then he went on to say if i want an ultrasound before my 18th week, i have to pay $1,300 for it. What should I do?!