18 Weeks Pregnant and Thinking About Doing the Amnio

I had amnios with both and it wasn't bad at all. Slightly uncomfortable and an excuse to take a day off and rest.

As for all the folks saying "what will you do with the info" I don't think that matters. I think ESPECIALLY if you're one who would keep the baby regardless, you should know. It will give you time to be prepared, emotionally, financially, etc., before the birth. I have a girlfriend whose daughter has trisomy. She is a beautiful, happy, engaging, loving little joy.

So much good luck to you.

I had an amnio with my first child because of my age at the time, 38. The dr recommended it, so I did it. With my 2nd child, at age 42, both my OB/Gyn & Perionatalogist recommended it. After doing a lot of soul searching with my husband, I opted to not have the amnio. We realized that we would not terminate the pregnancy based on the results, so the decision was easy after that realization.

Best of luck to you!

We were supposed to have that done because we got a call saying 1 in 5 of trycomi 18 (version of down syndrome) then two days before I was to get it done I got a call from the lab saying the mixed up my test reults ... I would ask them to run the tests again before you make the decision on amnio or not based on my experience. My son has some other issues but nothing that the amnio would have caught.

What frustrates me to no end, is people who think terminating is the only reason to get an amnio!! If I were to have a special needs child, I want to prepare myself. I want to have the right doctors, be in the right hospital, have the right preparations for birth. I would also want to have an idea of the challenges that come with raising a special needs child. I know how to take care of a healthy infant, but have no concept of a specials need infant. I would NOT terminate a pregnancy, I would get an amnio to know what I was dealing with. It doesn't matter if you would terminate, or not. It matters how much information you need to know, to feel confident about your child's health, safety, birth, and life after birth. If you feel you don't need any information, then don't get an amnio. If you feel you want to know for sure either way and prepare, then get the amnio.

To those who are telling you that if you wouldn't terminate then there is no point in knowing, that's not at all true. There are many birth defects - including Down's - where knowing that the child has a health condition will affect delivery options and immediate post-delivery care. For example with Down's, there are often heart and spine issues that require surgery shortly after birth. I can easily see a mother who is carrying a child with health issues making different birth plans, including delivering at a hospital for high-risk babies instead of a community hospital, having a scheduled delivery so that surgeons are available if surgery is needed, etc.

I had amnio with two of my pregnancies not because I would have terminated, but because I couldn't stand not knowing and not being able to plan. My first son had u/s markers for Trisomy-18 (1 in 1,000) and my second had triple-screen results for Down's (1 in 250). My OB's miscarriage rate from amnio is much lower than average so I felt that the risk was worth it. Luckily both babies were fine.

I was pregnant with twins (for another couple) and during that pregnancy, the quad-screen results put the risk at 1/5,000 for Down's. However, there was a white spot found on the heart that doubled the risk - D., it sounds like that's what was seen for your baby - so the risk was 1/2500, which was still very good odds so the parents decided against amnio and both babies are perfectly healthy.

D., can you ask your OB how the other markers for Down's look? Was she able to get a good look at the nuchal fold and the nose bone? Is the femur length normal? If all of the other physical markers of Down's are normal, chances are that your baby is probably fine and that amnio isn't necessary. If I were you, I would ask if it's possible to have further u/s to monitor for some of the other physical characteristics of Down's (the heart spot goes away on it's own anyway) and then see if amnio later is an option. That might not work because there might be an ideal amnio window where later is not better (I can't remember) but maybe checking in another 4 weeks would be possible and helpful?

If you do decide to go ahead with this because you can't stand the uncertainty, please know that that's a good enough reason. Good luck to you - I hope that everything turns out just fine!

I would talk to the perinatalogist and get the accurate information about testing and what the various tests mean; you're getting some misinformation here from people saying the tests are "wrong" or "inaccurate". There are different tests, some an indication of risk and some measuring something specifically (like chromosomes).
I did an amnio based on a blood test coming back with my risk of a trisomy fetus way higher than my age (downs isn't the only trisomy and the person who mentioned charge syndrome is incorrect; that's not a trisomy). Turns out my pregnancy was trisomy 18 and we did chose to terminate due to the prognosis and severity of what the ultrasound showed. I have had two healthy pregnancies since however did elect to do a CVS with both.
It's good to ask yourself what you would do with the info; peace of mind and preparation for a severely disabled child are both valid reasons for testing.
I did research and asked a lot of questions of the experts about risk of miscarriage and exactly what the tests are, what they detect or measure (and what they don't) and made an informed decision that was right for me and my husband. There is no test that can say you'll have a perfectly healthy baby, but there are some great ones available to rule out some serious conditions.
The trisomies are fairly uncommon (stats like per 1,000 births for all ages in the US) so it's probably true most people who get an amnio or CVS come back with good results.
I'm glad we have options, various tests are available, there are skilled experts who perform them and we can chose based on risk levels.
Best of luck to you, in the end you have to do what is right for you.

I don't agree with the statement: "That test, when it comes down to it, is for people that would like to terminate the pregnancy if they MIGHT have a child with downs syndrome."

If it were me, I would get the amnio. Not because I would want to terminate the pregnancy, but so that I could plan. I would want to be sure I found a pediatrician who had lots of experience with downs and who had a ton of referrals for specialists that I might need. I would want to be sure that I could find a day care that would accommodate a special needs infant. And I would want to do as much research ahead of time so that I was prepared.

In the end, it is a decision that only you and your hubby can make. I would ask myself...what will I gain by getting the results? To me I would gain a ton - either reassurance that the baby does not have downs, or the confirmation that baby does which would then give me plenty of time to get all of my ducks in a row.

Good luck mama

First of all, anyone telling you if you wouldn't have an abortion, you shouldn't have an amnio is misguided and ill-informed at best. Medical technology allows some problems identified by amnios to be corrected or greatly relieved before birth! There are also a number of defects that you and your doctor should REALLY prepare for -before delivery. And that's not mention -if you would terminate it's no ones business but your own.

Because there are some defects (particularly heart, spinal and intestinal problems) now that can be corrected IN UTERO so that your child, once it is born, never suffers from it -or has a much milder case, I think it makes perfect sense to have an amnio. Also, if a defect exists that cannot be corrected in utero, there is still often the chance that a specialist team should be on hand at the delivery or that the delivering OB needs to know what he or she is dealing with during labor and delivery. THAT could be the difference in life and death for your baby.

In this day and age, the chances of an amnio causing a miscarriage are less than 1%. In fact, it's thought that women who miscarry after an amnio would have miscarried anyway. I had an amnio and it was a relief! Your results will be 100% correct for downs and a host of other defects and problems. Most practices like yours have a dedicated team of doctors who perform all of the amnios and know exactly what they're doing -so your OB is correct -when they do them all the time, they are very good at it. Do this now for your peace of mind and also so you won't question yourself later if you have a child with an issue that could have been fixed in utero or helped on delivery.

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I got pregnant at the age of 39. Although my pregnanacy age was considered an issue I always told myself that I was not getting an amnio....then fast forward to the ultrasound and some concerns came up...it was a tough decision but I went through it. If my child had Downs, I wanted to make sure I knew so that I would be prepared for whatever I had to do for my child when he was born...it turned out everything was OK and I have a healthy 2 year old running around the house....I did have concerns with safety as well but my OB/GYN made me feel very comfortable with her doing it. She was the best.

I had a similar situation with my first child and I also felt that the amnio was too risky for me. I think what you need to do is ask yourself "Will the results change my course of action?" For me the answer was "no". I was going to keep my child regardless, so I didn't want to risk any injury or miscarriage. I took the possibility and did some reading to prepare myself just in case. Downs was not something that could be "cured" through meds or early (or even those amazing "in the womb") surgery, so I didn't feel the need to go any further. I am not expecting my second and am considered high risk becuase I am 35, so I opted to not even have the bloodwork done. I know the risks and am prepared, but I guess I kind of feel like "what's the point?". I know I won't terminate either way.

I know that the amnio will tel you "for sure", but again, will it change anything for you? It is really a decision that only you can make.

I was 32 and i had an amnio just to be safe. The procedure is very simple and safe, i walked out after 5 min. If you decide to do it you will be fine. Good luck.

unless you need to check for something I wouldnt. I refused mine. and I had the same odds as you and had a 3d ultrasound done. the miscarriage wasnt something i was willing to risk I would have loved my kid anyway. so are you asking? my vote is no. but its your body your baby your choice. can you live with yourself if you miscarry after an amnio. and by the way I was 41 at the time.

Will the results change anything???? If not, then I'd skip it. Just enjoy your pregnancy! ALL babies are a gift from God!

I had amnios with both my boys. I was 36 and 39 with each of them, so my age played a factor. I would not have terminated if the baby had something, but I'm the kind of person who likes to be prepared. If the baby had something, I would have researched the heck out of it so then I knew what to expect and what I could do to take care of my baby. Both my boys were fine based on the amnios, and they were both born healthy, so the test results were accurate.

It sounds to me like not knowing is causing you a lot of anxiety, so even if you wouldn't terminate, it's possible having the test for your own mental ease might be worth it for you.

With both my boys I was surprised at how little pain was involved in the test. A shot hurts more. It was over very quickly, and then I went home to rest. You might ask the clinic you are considering using what their miscarriage rate is. I have heard that better clinics have a much lower rate than the overall average.

Whatever you decide, just make it the best decision for you. Don't let others influence push you into a decision that doesn't feel right.

One question for you:
What will the results do for you? If you plan on carrying the baby no matter the results, then why do it? They can do further testing later to detect problems with the chambers of the heart, that do not involve amnio. Do you plan to terminate the pregnancy if you get results indicating Downs? Before you decide whether or not to have it, you should make decisions regarding what you will do with the information. If it is just "to know" and not do anything, why jeopardize your baby?

Well I definitely cant tell you what to do but I think one major point you need to consider before you take the risk is what are you planning on doing if you do infact have the amnio and the results come back positive for downs? If you plan on following thru with the pregnancy then I would say No dont bother with the test because in the end what does it matter.
Good Luck and I am sure you will have a happy healthy baby regardless.

That test, when it comes down to it, is for people that would like to terminate the pregnancy if they MIGHT have a child with downs syndrome. That is something to discuss with your husband before or if you might take the test.

I never took the test with my four because I didn't want to know because I didn't want to make that decision. I would keep a downs syndrome baby- but my husband has different views on that- so I avoided the whole thing by just NOT knowing. There are many people who find out something about the baby's health RIGHT after they are born- not before. The hospital is equipped to deal with those "surprises".

The only reason to do it would be if you would get rid of the baby if it's not healthy. If that's not an option for you, there's no reason to risk accidentally getting rid of your baby for the test.

I had my second child at "advanced maternity age". Here is what we decided. Unless we wanted to abort a downs baby, there was no need to do any testing. If abortion is on the table for you, then test. If you want to rise to the occasion of anything God throws your way, don't test. I have a friend who through tests (don't know which ones) was told she had a healthy baby. It came out downs. When he was two she told me she wanted to adopt another downs and that while heartbreaking at first- it has ultimately been a blessing in their lives.

I second BabyDoos Mama. We elected not to do any of the genetic testing b/c we were not going to terminate our pregnancy if our child had a condition. However, you have done the bloodwork and the only truly accurate way to confirm is the amnio. Are you going to be able to enjoy the rest of your pregnancy if you don't know for sure?

Yes, the risk of miscarriage is high but as all statisticians will tell you- statistics mean nothing to the individual. We all know people who "beat the odds" and those who went in for a "routine procedure" and didn't survive. If you need to know to be prepared, then do it. If you are okay and at peace with either result, then don't.

I'm of the belief, "Don't be scared - be prepared." I relate this thinking to most "issues" in my life. Of course, this is just a personal preference or personality trait - whatever you want to call it ;-)

I was 37 yrs old when I was pregnant with my 2nd child. All seemed healthy at my checkups/ultrasounds, etc....and my husband & I thought long and hard about doing the amnio not only because of the risks involved, but also because of what the "answer" might be. It could be devastating - or not. It could crush our dreams of a healthy child - or not. It could risk a perfectly healthy pregnancy - or not.

What helped us to make the decision was this, "What would we do if we found out that our child would have Down's Syndrome or some other genetic condition?"
Would be abort? Would we put the child up for adoption? Would we continue on as planned & raise this child ourselves no matter the cost or stress? We decided to have the test done....

Since I knew that I would have to lay in bed for *at least* 24 hrs afterwards, I made sure to clean our bed sheets, put nicely scented candles in our room, and went to the grocery store to stock up on comfort foods.

The test itself can be stressful (if you are inclined to stress, as I am), but thankfully, it is only mildly uncomfortable and is over in about 1 minute. In fact, my biggest worry was that I would jerk, jump, move, burp, or sneeze when they inserted the needle and as such, mess up the entire process for ALL involved - in a bad way. However, I reminded myself that "these people are professionals and they do this ALL the time....I'm only nervous because this is MY first time." To keep myself in check, I made sure to bring two things with me that keep me calm - my husband and my Ipod w/soothing music.

The results were fine & we had a healthy baby girl, but even if the results were not that, I would do it again. Better to know & be prepared for what lies ahead. Life is full of so many uncertainties and we need to keep in mind that everything has risk attached to it....but, if it's safe over-all, why not know & be ready with a plan?

Good luck to ya, Mama! :-)

Ok. What if you got the amnio? Then what? What are you going to do with the results? Worry more? There are plenty of things in life to worry about, even without borrowing trouble. Many times, these tests are incorrect. Please try to relax because the chemical process that takes place when you are stressed can often be detrimental to your pregnancy as well. Rest assured, that if your worst fears are realized, you will get through it. I have had a few miscarriages myself. I didn't understand it, I felt like I was doing everything I was supposed to...vitamins, etc....but today, I'm the exhausted mom of two beautiful kiddos. Additionally, if your baby has any health issues, there are plenty of resources available now days to assist them and you to have as normal a life as possible. Please don't worry. Enjoy your pregnancy!

I absolutely would not do the amnio. My son had the same shadow and was perfectly healthy. The specialist told me that the heart thing isn't even USED anymore as an indicator of Down's because there is no scientific basis for that anymore. This is doctors (OBs) covering their butts because malpractice is so high and people sue for anything that goes wrong with their children even if it couldn't be helped.

I wouldn't let them talk me into this at all, if I were you. Chances are VERY good that your baby does not have Downs. That said, my husband and I took the position that no matter how the baby came, we would be totally ok. Things happen in pregnancies all the time and to have a healthy pregnancy was a big enough blessing--I wouldn't borrow trouble at this point. Amnio should be reserved for far more serious conditions.

My .02 ;-) Happy baby, and DON'T worry. Everything will be fine.

This is how I decided to not have it for either pregnancy. I asked my doctor "will you change my treatment based on the results?" and "can you change the outcome once you get results?". The answer to both was no. I knew that I was having the baby regardless so I chose not to have the test. If having the test doesn't change anything and you can't change the diagnosis then I don't see the point.

That said, I don't know anything about that possible heart condition. If it something they would have to treat prior to delivery then I would have the test. Otherwise, just be sure everyone is aware of the possibility so if necessary you baby can be treated properly at birth.

I was in a similar situation and chose NOT to take the risk. Our son was diagnosed with a heart defect at my 20 week u/s. Our perinatologist offered the amnio to see if there were any other "issues". We declined because we could not risk miscarriage or early labor. Our son did definitely have a heart defect and needed open heart surgery shortly after birth. We knew he needed to be as big and strong as possible. With an amnio, there was a chance I would go into labor, so we decided against it. We did have an amnio at 37 weeks because they wanted to get him out--his heart was struggling. They did the amnio to make sure his lungs were complete. They were and I delivered the next day. It's a personal choice. I know about 50% of DS babies have heart defects. Usually their defects are very specific (AV Canal defect is one of them). Our son's defects were not consistent with what a DS baby usually has, so we were not worried about DS.

If you get the amnio and know for certain your baby has Downs, will it change anything about how you feel about your baby and the pregnancy? My husband and I have always declined amnio because we both know that whatever type of baby we are blessed with will be loved anyway. For me personally it's not worth the risk. I know you want piece of mind, and ultimately it's a decision only you can make.

I am going to answer your question with a question: What will you do with the results? The answer to that is very personal.
There's nothing that can be done throughout the rest of the pregnanacy to "treat" the baby. So, there's really no point to the test unless you would abort the baby. or, just to know. But is it really worth the risk, just to know? Good luck and I pray all is well.

I had amnios with both my kids at approx. 16 weeks. It is slightly uncomfortable - I just used my squeeze ball in my hand. I preferred not to watch the needle and just turned my head away. You feel a little strange and mildly crampy the remainder of the day and have to take it easy. It wasn't hard at all really. Luckily my tests came back normal and it gave me great peace of mind. There is a risk of miscarriage but it is very, very low. Just be sure you get it done by a perinatologist who performs these tests day in and day out and is very experienced. The amnios test for genetic defects, of which Down Syndrome is one, so, it is a very relevent test in your case. Do remember that amnios test the genes and cannot detect "growth" defects, which is to say, non genetic defects. Personally I would want to know if my baby was going to have Down Syndrome or not. If it did, I would want to be prepared. I might need a more specialized delivery team. I might want to research the condition and community resources in order to gain help in raising a disabled child. However that is a very personal choice - some prefer to deal with any problems at the time of birth only. Good luck to you.

Here is my 2 cents.
Would you do anything different if you do have a downs baby? No judging from me. But, if you found out, yes, your baby has downs, would you terminate the pregnancy? if your answer is yes, then you should have the amnio. if you could care less if your child has special needs, then what is the point of the amnio?
Also, those odds, 1/300 for miscarriage, are counting rural areas where a non perinatoligist (sp?) does the amnio. I have never ever heard of anyone in So Cal having a miscarriage due to amnio. it could happen.

i have had 2 amnios, they feel weird. sorta like a pinch. but inside. Not a whole lot of fun.

1 soft marker doesn't warrant an amnio. Especially when your numbers are good. I had one soft marker - Choroid Plexus Cysts - and was panicked. I thought amnio was the next step but my maternal fetal doctor said that she was not recommending that I get it. Of course, it was up to me but felt it was not necessary. My daughter is perfect!

Amnio is no where as unsafe as it used to be. So I would all the dr and have a good talk about it.

Your thoughts are more powerful than you think. Envision a healthy baby growing inside of you. Try to not focus on statistics and gray areas. It is easy to get caught up in it and worry all the time. If you rely on technology too much during your pregnancy, you may forget how to listen to your own body.

Enjoy your pregnancy!

With those odds you still have less than a 1% chance of having a downs baby. There is greater than 99% chance your baby does not have downs.
I agree with the other post that if you plan on continuing the pregnancy why bother with the amnio.
My story... My Pernatologist had my husband and I convinced our baby had downs. I was an absolute mess because my previous child passed away at 17 days old and I felt like I couldn't take any more. Although I knew I would not terminate the pregnancy. (I absolutely knew it because the docs had recommended terminating my pregnancy with my son) my Pernatologist convinced me to have the amnio to know for sure. My OB agreed. They told me that the risk for miscarriage when performing an amnio is actually much lower than the cited statistic when performed by an experienced Pernatologist. Mine said she had never caused a miscarriage as a result of the amnio and she had performed hundreds. So I had the amnio...They stuck in the needle in to get the sample while a nurse was watching the baby on ultrasound. My baby was not near the needle.
Once I heard my daughter was ok I was able to enjoy the pregnancy more than what I would have and I believe had a healthier pregnancy because I did not have the stress of worry.
Given your circumstances though I do not think I would have the test. best of luck!

I was pregnant with my son when I was 36. Everything went fine but at the end of the pregnancy I did have an amnio to test for the maturity of the lungs. My son was very active and the first technician did not feel confident about doing the procedure and went and got someone else who had more experience. I think that this was a good sign because I had also heard too many horror stories about amnios.

What will you do with the information? I had the amnio despite a completely normal ultrasound because I was 100% certain I would terminate the pregnancy. I found the risk of having an ill baby much more significant than the risk of terminating a healthy pregnancy. If that is how you feel, you need to do the amnio. If you have researched trisomy 21 and are aware of the health complications for Down's children (heart defects, leukemias, etc) and you would chose to keep the pregnancy, then you don't need an amnio. The exception being, if your doctor is concerned about a potential defect for which in utero treatment would be recommended (some cardiac anomalies, spina bifida).

We declined the Amnio. I was 40 when I delivered, so our chances of Downs were high. We just felt that it didn't matter what the Amnio told us - we were going to keep the baby - so, if something was found in the Amnio - I didn't want to spend the rest of my pregnancy worrying about it. The decision is yours and your husbands - go with what feels right. Happy Pregnancy!!

ps - happy, healthy, bouncing baby boy - who is now 18 months old!

You might want to ask about the exact statistic for miscarriage at the actual location where you would have the amnio done. When we were considering an amnio, we were very reassured by knowing that while the national rate is something like 1/300, the place where we would have gone carried a much much lower risk (1/500?). They should know the stat -- I'm sure they have to report it.

I had amnio at 20 weeks because I was 39 years old. It was not painful or uncomfortable. It never occurred to me not to do it. I think doing it outweighs the risks so you know what to expect if there is a problem and you can put your mind at ease if there isn't a problem. Also, if you want to know the sex of the baby for certain the amnio will tell you for sure. I've had 2 friends who were told they were having girls based on ultra sound and they both had boys. Hope this helps.

If you get an amnio and it indicates down syndrome then what? Would you terminate? If not, then why risk the baby? If you plan on having this baby no matter what then I would say do not get the amnio and welcome your baby into open arms.

Just as an after thought to keep in mind....a friend had tests which all showed very low chances, no markers and when her son was born it was immediately obvious he had downs. So just know that none of these tests are perfect either way.

My tests came back as a possible for downs with my second. During an ultrasound there was fluid in the lungs and around the heart as well. With that combination there was a good chance something might be wrong. We ended up doing the amnio. It was on a Friday. I began having contractions and ended up on bedrest the rest of the weekend. The good news is the contractions stopped. The results of the amnio came back negative for everything and the fluid turned out to be an immature circulatory system that resolved itself before birth. I carried to term and had my completely healthy little boy. That weekend of contractions was the worst! I cried endlessly hoping I wasn't going to misscarry a healthy baby.
My third I also came back with a possible for downs. Did the ultrasound and they found absolutely nothing wrong, not a single marker. We chose not to do the because of the contractions caused with my second. I have a healthy full term little girl now.
Yes, most people have no problems with an amnio. But an amnio can cause problems, I am one of those that came close to being one of those 1% and I had a completely healthy baby.
The big question that you need to ask youself is what would you do with the results if they came back that your baby does have problems. It can be good to have the knowledge to prepare yourself for once the baby is born if you so choose.
Best of luck!

It depends on how you really feel about it. Some women are reassured and some are not.

I had a friend do every test imaginable including an amnio. She was told everything was fine. The baby was born at 30 weeks with Charge Syndrom- a very rare form of Downs where babies can be born deaf and blind. It is life threatening and very serious. The baby survived she is so sweet and adorable. (And what a little fighter! An example of strength to us all!) She can see and hear but will always need care...

So she was given a feeling of relief only to be totally shocked at the outcome. Or it sounds like women are given a scare...which is not good either.

These tests are not 100% accurate which creates really odd conflicting psychology.

I am 14 weeks pregnant and have chosen not to do anything. This is a long awaited pregnancy (I am 37).

If these tests were fail-proof it would be a different story. I feel like a guinea pig.

I never had to do the amnio, but my sister-in-law did. Before I share her story, I ask what would you do if the results came back that you are having a down syndrome baby? If you already know you would have the baby, then there is no point in doing the testing. My sister in law had an amnio for similar reasons, then spent 2 agonizing weeks waiting for the results...which were fine. Healthy baby. Good luck, whatever decision you make is the right one.

I have a friend who was 39 and pregnant. All the tests were normal...but they did ask her if she wanted to do an Amnio and another test to determine if her baby had DS. She declined and explained to me that no matter what the outcome was, she wasn't going to terminate nor put her child up for adoption. So why spend money and stress over something that wasn't going to make a difference in the end? So, I guess the real question is would the outcome of the results change your mind about carrying your baby to term?

I would do the amnio. Yes, its scary to think you might miscarry a healthy baby but the chance of that is quite slim. No, the test is not just for those looking to abort. One my moms friends had an amio and it came out positive so she chose termination. My SIL had markers and she choose the amnio because she already has a son with autism. She had no intention of terminating if it was positive but she needed to prepare herself to have another special needs child if that was the case. Her daughter is healthy and has no issues.

Tests can be wrong. My sister had the usual testing done with her first baby and something came up slightly abnormal. Her doctor, like yours, suggested an amnio. She opted out of doing the amnio and she had a perfectly healthy baby boy.

Yes, there is a slight risk for miscarriage. But more importantly, what will you do with your baby should you go ahead and have the amnio and the test confirms that your baby has some abnormality? Will you terminate your pregnancy or keep your baby? Do you believe you would love your baby any less because he/she has Down's Syndrome?