Genetic Screening?

Question

So I'm 34 and will be close to 35 when I have my baby, so the doctor is recommending screening for genetic disorders. My husband and I would not abort if something is found, so we kinda feel like it's pointless to get the testing. Any other "older" mommas out there? What did you choose to do?

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I had the testing, it was non invasive and they did. An ultra sound and took blood work. I felt the same, I would not abort the pregnancy no matter what, but it is good to have a pre-plan for the delivery if anything is wrong. Up to you but knowing doesn't hurt.

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I have had the screening both times, not so that I could abort a baby if there was something, buy so that I could better prepare myself if there was. The challenges that would come with any kind of condition are so great, and I know I would really value the extra time to find information and support from others who had walked the road before or currently. 
But it's absolutely a personal choice, with no harm either way.

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I am 34 and will be 35 when our boy arrives. We would not abort either so we did not do the testing. I would not want to stress/worry about anything durning my pregnancy. That was just the best thing for our family. Since I was not 35 our insurance would not cover it anyways so one more reason to say no. Plus there is no family history of any issues. We went for the NT scan and the anatomy scan and so far our boy is healthy. You and your husband will have to do what is best for your family. If finding an issue will cause stress/worry I say skip it. It is up to you. Good luck!!

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I also did the testing, I did the blood test and the ultrasound at 13 weeks. That's all the testimony no we did. I am 37

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I chose not too. I am 34 will be 35 when baby is due. My sister made a valid point by stating why worry when nothing can be done during pregnancy anyways.

Genetic Screening?

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