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I'm at the end of my first trimester, and I've had an NIPT, which shows a very high risk of Down syndrome. I'm waiting for some more invasive testing to confirm, but I've been told that with the new NIPTs, the likehood of it being incorrect is very very low.
I'm sure that termination is the right decision for us. I've worked with adults who are very disabled in the past, and I know that you can lead a fulfilling life with serious disability, but I've also seen how hard things can be for parents of disabled adults. I know that people with Down syndrome can be healthy, but I also am aware of the risks, and that path is just not for me.
This is pregnancy was probably also my last chance to have another child. I've been struggling with infertility, getting older, and not sure I want to go back again.
I don't know what I'm hoping to achieve by posting. I'm just miserable.
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Termination for Down syndrome - heartbroken
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Giantguineapig · 27/10/2020 23:42
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