I remember reading statistics, early on, about Down Syndrome pregnancies. Sobering.....
Genetics suggest that out of every 100 DS pregnancies, approximately 80% result in miscarriage.
That leaves 20.
Out of the remaining 20, 90% are terminated (by choice).
That leaves 2.
I realize, every single day, how lucky we are to have Josiah in our life <3
Showing posts with label pregnancy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pregnancy. Show all posts
Saturday, November 5, 2011
The beginning
February 12, 2011: 2 home pregnancy tests yielded positive results.
February 14, 2011: MD appt confirmed we were pregnant with our third child. This pregnancy was quickly reminiscent of the first two (both boys) - no cravings, no morning sickness, etc.
We had our routine 12-week ultrasound and were told that there were certain "markers" indicative of Down Syndrome. Specifically - there was an unusual thickness in the baby's neck & a hole in his heart (VSD). Shortly thereafter, we completed the two routine blood tests; the risks increased. We were told "It is more likely than not, that your baby has Down Syndrome."
May 16, 2011: At the 18-week ultrasound, we learned we were having a boy (whom we would name Josiah). We also learned that there were additional markers (shorter arm/leg bones, smaller nose, etc). Carl & I decided to have an amnio to confirm the suspicion. The amnio was completed immediately.
May 18, 2011: Our OB called. The preliminary results were in.....it clearly showed the triple 21 chromosome. It was official. Josiah has Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21).
February 14, 2011: MD appt confirmed we were pregnant with our third child. This pregnancy was quickly reminiscent of the first two (both boys) - no cravings, no morning sickness, etc.
We had our routine 12-week ultrasound and were told that there were certain "markers" indicative of Down Syndrome. Specifically - there was an unusual thickness in the baby's neck & a hole in his heart (VSD). Shortly thereafter, we completed the two routine blood tests; the risks increased. We were told "It is more likely than not, that your baby has Down Syndrome."
May 16, 2011: At the 18-week ultrasound, we learned we were having a boy (whom we would name Josiah). We also learned that there were additional markers (shorter arm/leg bones, smaller nose, etc). Carl & I decided to have an amnio to confirm the suspicion. The amnio was completed immediately.
May 18, 2011: Our OB called. The preliminary results were in.....it clearly showed the triple 21 chromosome. It was official. Josiah has Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21).
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