i need you. i am devistated.

[boosty]

my world came tumbling down today. my doctor called me and told me that although my blood test for the down syndrome came back negative, the ultrasound showed that my baby at 17weeks have shorter arms and legs and so i have a higher chance of down sundrome and i have to go in on monday for a Amniocentesis . i am broken, in tears and down on life. i cant stop crying.  i dont know what to do.i am thinking so much. they also said the baby is a bit short too.
1. the Amniocentesis can also cause birth defects or miscarriage
2. if they say that my baby has no down syndrome, then why are the arms and legs shorter.
i have a daughter that is waiting anctiously for this baby. i need support, help, and advice. i am broken in a million pieces. its 1:30am and i am sitting here crying myself to death.

[empty]

boosty hi. i saw that answer on a different forum you posted on and someone sent you that abortion website as their reply / soapbox. You have your own stuff to deal with and no one has the right to judge you on your decisions whatever the outcome. Dont concern yourself with replies that are negative at the moment.

positive postive positive.

[sibs]

hi,  im sorry to hear this is happening but i will share my story with you ( even after 5 years it still hurts as it was my first pregnancy and i will never forget) when i went for the 12 week nt scan when they measured the fluid behind the babys neck it was around 6.8 mm which they said was grossly abnormal and they said it was a 1 in 2 chance of down syndrome well i had a cvs and guess what genetically baby was fine however i lost her at 15 weeks due to another problem which they couldnt diagnose so please stay positive take care your baby most likely is fine

[jenandjon]

I'm soo sorry sweetheart.  I'm glad your spirits seem to have lifted a bit.  I think having the amnio is a good idea.  Whatever happens, know that we are here and are praying and hoping for you.  Trust yourself and your body.  

[HeathJo]

Vista--Good girl! That's the spirit, and we will all be with you in spirit and on this forum whenever you need us. And if you have panic attacks, that is OK too. Just vent here and I know everyone will come running.

Peace,

Heather Jo

[boosty]

wow. thank you ladies so much. i feel way better . i decided to just freaking be positive and stop crying!  i dont wanna tell my baby how down i was in the future. i will let you all know what happens. i am a bit scred of the amnio . my name is vista ladies. thank you again

[Jen7900]

Amen sister. You are on the money.