What are your thoughts or experience with an amniocentesis

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I’m scheduled for an amniocentesis next week due. I’m so afraid for the baby. Wondering if it can cause early labor or miscarriage. Also what is the pain like during and after?

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If an amniocentesis worry’s you, you can always opt for NIPT. I have had amnio done at 16 weeks with my first daughter. Our 12 week scan put us at extremely high risk for Trisomy 13, and 21. 
The chance for miscarriage is low. 
The needle is thinner than a normal blood test needle. I felt a tiny pinch as it pierced the skin. 
The worst part was when the needle pierced the amniotic sac. I felt kind of a bubble pop inside my belly, followed by a nauseas and dizzy feeling. It was over as quick as anything. They tell you to rest for at least 12 - 24 hours, no heavy lifting etc. My girls test came back normal 💕 good luck

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I had one done about 6 weeks ago and am SO glad I did! Got some peace of mind regarding my baby, found out I have a chromosome disorder myself (which messed up my original blood tests and led to the amniocentesis in the first place) and am happy to have some results and a direction to go. There are risks with it of course, but they are so rare and your doctor should be happy to talk with you about any of them. I had some cramping the following day but other than that had no issues what so ever! Hope all goes well for you whatever you decide!

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I don’t have an answer to your question, I haven’t done it with any of my pregnancies. BUT if you feel uncomfortable with it, you don’t have to do it!

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I refused with my children. My SIL had 10 miscarriages and she got one done with each of them. She decided not to with my niece and didn't miscarry. The test caused every single one of those miscarriages.

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