wonderful olive / 19353 posts
OMG!!! I'm so heartbroken for you, and am so, so sorry you're having to go through this. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts. *hugs*
pomegranate / 3160 posts
I don't even know what to say, but please know how sorry I am for you and your husband for having to be in the position to make this decision. Thinking of you both and sending nothing but good thoughts your way.
blogger / pomegranate / 3300 posts
I'm so sorry you have to go through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
grapefruit / 4213 posts
I'm so sorry you and your husband have to go through this. My heart breaks for you.
apple seed / 3 posts
@BeenThere: Thank you, thank you, thank you so much for sharing your own story. I have to admit that I am not really a "lurker" on this site, I'm actually a regular poster as well.
This has been such an isolating process because I don't know of anyone in real life who has gone though this, or at least has disclosed this. I see my friends' babies and so many people I know having babies, and I wonder, how did we get SO UNlucky?? But it makes me hopeful to hear that you went on to have a healthy LO. I know we'll try again in a few months... and we'll definitely do the genetic testing for any future pregnancies.
GOLD / wonderful pea / 17697 posts
I am so so sorry you have to go through this. Before I got pregnant I said I would have terminated if we'd been in a similar position. We just don't have the time or other resources to give a child like that the care they'd need. Once I was pregnant I was in constant fear that I would actually have to make that decision. My DH was still in the camp of termination, but I have no idea what I would have done.
I'm so so sorry you have to go through this. No judgement here. Big, big hugs.
cantaloupe / 6800 posts
Hugs! I'm so sorry you had to make that choice. I'm glad someone else was able to share their story with you. I know it's hard, but I'm sure a lot of people have done the same and just don't talk about it. I would have made the same choice. Again, I'm sorry
GOLD / papaya / 10206 posts
Just know that we are here for you, and I'm so sorry for what you have to go through.
nectarine / 2177 posts
I am so sorry that you are going through this, and I can't imagine how difficult a decision that was. I am glad to hear that you and your partner are united in the decision. I am wishing you both the very best.
hostess / watermelon / 14932 posts
I am so, so sorry for you guys. No judgment here, only hugs.
pear / 1698 posts
I'm so sorry. My husband and I had a 1 in 35 chance of Down Syndrome. The weeks waiting for our test results were excruciating (we opted to do the new blood test) My husband was firmly in the camp for termination, while I was undecided. In my research I did find out that the majority of pregnancies in this situation are terminated when Down Syndrome is determined. I know how hard this decision must have been and my thoughts are with you.
GOLD / papaya / 10166 posts
I can't even begin to imagine the pain you're going through. I'm glad you feel comfortable talking here, because this is the most warm and welcoming place. We are all here as a shoulder to lean on through this difficult time.
GOLD / wonderful apricot / 22646 posts
I have no words but how sorry I am that you and your fam are going through this....keeping you in my prayers and that you find resolve and peace soon. I cannot imagine what you're going through but please know we are all here w support!!
pomelo / 5789 posts
So sorry that you are going through this.You've obviously put a lot of thought and courage into making this decision and you dont need to justify your choice to anyone but yourself.
Like @princessbaby said, you are very lucky to have the support of your hubby. I planned to see my pregnancy through no matter what, I believe my SO would have felt differently.
We are all here to support you.
admin / wonderful grape / 20724 posts
@Sadbee: I'm so sorry. Much love to you, from our family to yours.
pomegranate / 3388 posts
I am so sorry that you are going through this, and I can't even imagine the pain of having to make a choice like that. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
admin / watermelon / 14210 posts
I'm so so sorry that you've had to make such a difficult decision. i can only begin to imagine all the emotions involved, and everything you've been through these past couple of weeks. Please know that we feel nothing but empathy, love and sadness for you.
papaya / 10560 posts
Praying for peace for you and yours. I know someone who carried a trisomy 21 baby to almost term, and delivered. The funeral was quite possibly the saddest thing I've ever encountered. Peace for you.
persimmon / 1147 posts
What an awful situation. I'm so sorry you and your DH are going through this.
clementine / 916 posts
I am so sorry that you have to go through this. I know that this was an incredibly difficult and painful decision and I want you to know that my prayers are with you and your hubby.
pomelo / 5073 posts
I'm so sorry for what you are going through. I know someone who carried A trisomy 21 baby almost to term. It was one of the saddest things when they lost her. Prayers to you and your family.
pear / 1579 posts
I'm so sorry that you & your husband are going through this. You have to do what's best for you. I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers. Such a tough situation.
apricot / 340 posts
i'm so sorry that your family has to go through this.
my heart aches for you.
blogger / eggplant / 11551 posts
Oh my goodness, I'm so sorry you have to go through this. I know this is an incredibly difficult, personal decision and you need to do what's best for your family. My prayers are with your family... thank you for opening your heart and life with us.
pomelo / 5628 posts
I'm am so sorry! We did all of the genetic testing and had a CVS too. We would have made the same decision that you did but I cannot imagine having to go through it! We actually had a different issue but ended up reducing our pregnancy. If you want to talk at all, you can email me at my blog address. I wish you and your dh all the best. : (
hostess / wonderful persimmon / 25556 posts
I cannot imagine how strong you must be to go through this and make the decision you did. My heart aches for you for having to go through the testing, the waiting period, making the decision and having the procedure. I can't imagine. I'm so, so sorry. I hope you find peace and comfort and take time to grieve.
pear / 1812 posts
I am so sorry to sound like the total B here but.. are you really terminating because your child wont be "perfect"??? Why does this child deserve any less of a life just because they have a disorder that is VERY manageable? I have never and will never understand this mentality. I grew up in a family with a brother who was mentally retarded and I can tell you, the only thing it did to us was to teach us unconditional love in the face of what so many people look down on. There were no negative effects for any of us kids based on his disability. And there are so many programs, free programs, to help families of children with disabilities. Especially DS. I am sorry. There are some things that really get at my heart and this is one of them.
I am truly and deeply sorry you are having to go through this at all. Even with my outlook on the mentally handicap, I know I would be devastated to get that kind of news. It is in no way an easy thing to have to deal with no matter what the end result is. No matter what I really hope you are able to find all the love and support from your family and friends you will need. I know I would need it. Again, I am honestly truly and deeply sorry you are having to go through this. It breaks my heart that you are having to hurt so much during a time when you shouldnt. I can't say it enough, I am sorry.
nectarine / 2127 posts
We opted not to, I wouldn't be able to make that decision.
I hope you find peace and take care of yourself.
honeydew / 7968 posts
So sorry u r going thru this.... Hoping u find peace and comfort during this difficult time...
bananas / 9227 posts
I'm so sorry! I can't imagine how difficult it is for you and your husband. Hugs!
honeydew / 7504 posts
I am so deeply sorry that you and your husband are going through this. What a trying tune it must be fur both if you. I agree with pps - there are definitely support groups out there fir this kind of situation. Iwould look into that. iIt can make such a huge difference in your coping and grieving process of you can find others who have been through it. Best of luck to you. Sending lots of love and support..
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