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Age 34-36
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Interview 23
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The Down's Syndrome Association was a really good source of information. The internet can give you too much information.
Antenatal screening test showed raised risk of Down's syndrome. Decided not to have further tests and had a baby with Down's syndrome, now a healthy and lively 2-year-old.
Pregnancy & children
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Pregnancy
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Age 34-36
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Interview 23
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She felt under pressure to have an amniocentesis to check for Down's syndrome, but she did not want to risk a miscarriage.
Antenatal screening test showed raised risk of Down's syndrome. Decided not to have further tests and had a baby with Down's syndrome, now a healthy and lively 2-year-old.
Pregnancy & children
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Pregnancy
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Age 34-36
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Interview 23
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Some medical colleagues disapproved of her choice to continue the pregnancy. Doctors should think carefully how they talk about disability.
Antenatal screening test showed raised risk of Down's syndrome. Decided not to have further tests and had a baby with Down's syndrome, now a healthy and lively 2-year-old.
Pregnancy & children
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Pregnancy
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Age 34-36
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Interview 23
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It helped to meet other families with children with Down's syndrome leading happy and fulfilling lives.
Antenatal screening test showed raised risk of Down's syndrome. Decided not to have further tests and had a baby with Down's syndrome, now a healthy and lively 2-year-old.
Pregnancy & children
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Pregnancy
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Age 34-36
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Interview 23
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Having a baby with Down's syndrome has made her value people more, regardless of their status or achievements.
Antenatal screening test showed raised risk of Down's syndrome. Decided not to have further tests and had a baby with Down's syndrome, now a healthy and lively 2-year-old.
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