hello all
Sorry to bring a sad thread to the pregnancy board. Last week at our 20 wk scan our lives changed completely when we were told our babe had a serious heart condition (AVSD), we then saw specialists who confirmed this and found several soft markers for downs also.
Had an amnio last Tuesday and after the most hideous wait I have just been told that I am carrying a downs baby. I feel calmly numb at the moment - but there have been lots of tears over the last few days. We have a huge decision ahead of us, one I wish I could make go away.
I've done lots of reading, contacted support groups and have read archived MN threads which have really helped. But I could really do with some words of support, I'm so scared no matter which route we take.
we have a 17 month old ds who is keeping us sane and even smiling, but would really welcome some wise mn words
thanks