Should poeple abort their baby if the ultrasound or amnio showed Downs Syndrome?

Question

I had an amnio and was VERY HAPPY to find out my child does not have DS.
Personally we (my husband and I) would adopt the child out if that was the case.

Answer 1

I think that is a very personal decision and a very private matter. The decision should be made by the parents, no one else.

Answer 2

Okay first of all can you deal with the pressures that this is going to bring you? A down syndrome child is a big task to take on. If you belive in God he never gives you more than you can handle! I suggest that you think it though for you and not what any other JOE BLOW ON HERE THINKS. This is your life and your choice. I am against aborting a child but I think it if a health risk for you or child then it's the mother and fathers choice. I agree that aborting a baby has a lot of mental guilt with it but again this is a cruel world and d. s. babies and children are wonderful. The don't know how cruel the world is and have such compassion for life. On the other hand momma you have to choose if this is some thing you can handle. Make the call for yourself! You can always get pregnant again if you should decied that's not a task you wish you tackle. Good luck and remember no one is in your shoes to say what they would or wouldn't do. Good luck with what ever your choice is. :)

Answer 3

I have a little girl who has down syndrome and every test that I had during pregnancy showed a neditive result that my baby had this,so I think any one who has had a positive or negitive result on a test should think twice about the chances of the accuricy of the test.I would never abort my baby even I knew that she was going to have down syndrome. I have 5 other children besides my little girl who has ds.I really believe that these children are a gift from God.She has been the best thing I have in my life and can make my day better just looking at her.I once read that God only gives these special children to people he has chosen and knows that they will be well care for.I feel that any women who would have a abortion just because they thought that there baby was going to have ds is really not ment to be a mother.Even if I would have known before the birth of my little girl I would not have ever thought of abortion I truly believe she is the best thing and honor that god chose me to be a mom of her.

Answer 4

That's a personal decision between the parents. Before the decision is made, I would answer these questions: a. If the mother's health isn't affected and you were a baby about to be born this way that could say something, what would you want? b. There will be a certain level of retardation--should the baby be deprived of life--even if you have to give it up because you can't afford or don't want to take care of it? c. When you stand before a Higher Power one day, if that Higher Power asks you, "What did you do with the baby I gave you (date and year) what would you tell the Higher Power? d. If you saw that baby in heaven and it said you were the mother, what would you tell it regarding taking its life?Although there will be no sorrow or regret in heaven, if this COULD happen, what would you say?

Answer 5

i am 20 weeks pregnant, and was given the choice to see if my child had down syndrom about a week ago. I didnt even get tested for two reasons...1). Im 20 weeks already and can feel my baby moving...and 2). Down syndrome is not the worst thing...they are very lovable children. Yes, it would be harder, but i think it is harder having an abortion at 20 weeks. Plus, my mom has a friend who was told her son would have it, and the baby came out perfectly normal! hope this helps

Answer 6

No,there are a lot of babies out there with downs syndrome who do just fine and are living happy healthy lives..just because a baby is disabled doesnt mean they dont understand and cannot love...Fetus's who are positive with downs syndrome can still feel pain and understand whats going on..I think its selfish and the parents dont think about there babies when they decide to abort there babies..

They only think "o how hard its going to be to take care of a disabled child etc.etc.Every child deserves a chance at life,its not our choice which babies live and which ones die,that is only up to God...

Answer 7

I actually saw a question like this not too long ago. And I thought it may be something I might do, but now I am 12 weeks pregnant and I have changed my mind. If my baby did have Downs Syndrome I would still have it and love it no matter what. I love my baby already! But this is a personal choice for every pregnant woman!

Answer 8

this is totally up to the parents of the child. while some people wouldnt others see reasons to do so. a child with down syndrome could either live a life with little acheivement, lots of being made fun of, just very unhappy. but, lots of them live happy pretty much normal lives. there are quite a few that are very smart. so its the parents choice. if they feel they cant handle that kind of responsibility then they should do what feels right. but i would consider adoption before abortion because there are a lot of families that only adopt kids with DS. so, its your choice as the parent. i wouldnt but thats me.

Answer 9

I think that is a personal decison that you have to weigh out the pros and cons. Only you know your situation so noone should make that decision for you. I personally would never consider an abortion and I've never been faced with a major decision like that either. Having a special needs child could alter your decision to do something you wouldn't have ever considered doing. (I'm speaking on me personally) But whatever decision a person should choose they should think long and hard about it before making that choice.

Answer 10

If I did that when I found out my son had DS I would have missed out on the greatest joy of my life! A beautiful blonde haired, blue-eyed mischief maker who makes me laugh at his antic's and brings nothing but love. I chose a path in my life that is by no means easy, but who says raising any child is easy? I was granted a special gift...a child! so what if he has DS....he is still a child. in fact he is the most loving and affectionate child I have ever known. I know with love and guidance he will someday become a productive member of society and he will embrace all the obstacles in his path and triumph...it may take him longer than most, but he will do it because I have seen what others may not see...determination.

Answer 11

That's a personal choice. You have to weigh out the positive and negative in every situation. How easy would it be to care for this child, financially as well as mentally? Would you have the patience to deal with the life long special needs? Is the case severe enough to give up on the child? Would you regret it if you waited to have the child and then when he/she was older regret not having the abortion? I know you asked a question wanting an answer to be given, but these are only a few of the questions you have to ask yourself. You will be the one loving and caring for your child. Good luck, I'm sorry about the news and the extremely difficult decision you're faced with making. (Remember, not all tests are 100% accurate)