Gender reveals are more popular than ever, and they’ve become an exciting milestone for expectant parents. But what many people don’t see behind the balloon popping and cake reveals is the growing desire for early, reliable answers about their baby’s gender.
At Next Biosciences, we’re proud to offer the MiniMi early fetal sex test - a safe, accurate, and fast way to find out your baby’s gender from as early as 10 weeks into pregnancy.
Why gender reveals have taken off
From intimate family moments to elaborate parties, gender reveals are now a celebrated part of the pregnancy journey for many parents. Social media has certainly played a role but so has the emotional connection that comes with knowing your baby’s gender early in the journey.
Parents often say that finding out the gender makes the experience feel more real - it allows them to bond with baby, dream, plan and prepare. And with more people sharing their journeys online, the excitement is contagious.
How MiniMi works
The MiniMi Early Fetal Sex Test is 98% accurate and works by analysing a small sample of blood from a simple blood draw from the mother’s arm. It can be done from 10 weeks of pregnancy, looking for fragments of the baby’s DNA which are present in the mother’s blood. If a Y-chromosome is detected, it indicates that the unborn baby is a male, and if no Y-chromosome is found, it is a female.
Appointments are booked online and the test can be taken at selected Dischem Baby City Mom & Baby Clinics countrywide – click here for a list of available clinics in your area.
Results are emailed to the parents, or a recipient on your choice, such as a friend, or party planner, and are available within 5 working days from when the sample reaches our laboratory in Johannesburg.
Why Next Biosciences launched South Africa’s first early fetal sex test
Before now, South African parents have relied on ultrasound prenatal scans from 16 weeks to determine their baby’s gender, which often can’t be confirmed with 100% certainty, especially if the baby’s position makes it difficult to see clearly. On the other hand, international testing comes with high costs, long turnaround times, and added logistical challenges.
MiniMi has changed that.
By offering this test locally, we’re making early gender discovery more accessible, affordable, and reliable for South African families, with faster results and local support.
Whether you’re planning a gender reveal party or simply want to connect with your baby sooner, MiniMi brings science and celebration together.
No invasive procedures. No long waits. Just peace of mind.