I am not sure about the accuracy of your first test result, but I did want to share that I have a friend who was advised to have amniocentesis done on the basis of the blood test and ultrasound indications (short limbs and the like) that suggested her baby had Down Syndrome. I cannot remember whether she did the amnio or not, but in any case her baby was fine. My sister-in-law had amnio done with her first pregnancy solely because she was an older mom and was therefore at risk for having a baby with DS, and she lost the baby because of the amnio (I don't mean to make you worry -- the farther you get from the test, the less likely it is that will happen to you, and of course you already made the decision; everything will probably be fine for you). So, with the second and third pregnancies, she did not have amnio done. Nothing in either pregnancy indicated any problems, but her youngest son was born with DS. He (my nephew) is the loveliest, happiest child. I don't mean to say that it hasn't been difficult raising a child with DS, but just that his parents think he is worth every moment, and even as a not-so-involved aunt, I have to say that he is delightful (he's 2 1/2 now). I know it will be difficult, but no matter what happens with the test and the baby, just try to make the best of it and enjoy things for what they are. Remember, your baby can tell when you're worried! Whether or not your baby has DS, motherhood will be a wonderful, magical, fulfilling experience.