I found out I was a carrier w/my first son, and had frankly not heard much about the disease. My husband was tested and we found out he was a carrier as well. We went into total freak out mode. I had CVS testing done to see if the baby had it, and he did not!! He is a carrier. We were so relieved. We decided that we had dodged a bullet and that we were going to have only one child.
On the day that Brandon turned 11 months old, I found out I was pregnant. I had been using birth control and taking every precaution. I was devastated. I didn't tell my husband for over a week, and really struggled with what do to and how I felt about it. I finally told him and we decided to have the baby. We did CVS testing as soon as I was able, and the baby will be born with CF.
I am due the end of August, and every minute of this pregnancy has been stressful. I am anxious and nervous and scared. I've educated myself on everything I can, and we're hoping for the best. The baby is good so far, no intestinal blockages etc.
My little boy, who is 18 months old now is such a joy, and I can't imagine this one being any different, despite the CF. We're going to make the best of it and that's all you can do.
I know you're in a different situation due to the fact you have a CF'r already. The chances are good the baby won't have CF. It's just something you really need to think about. I think everyone on this site, whether they have 1 or 2 or more children w/CF treasure their children and are thankful everyday for them.
Good luck to you and whatever you decide to do.
Dori, 35, carrier DF508/Mom to Brandon, 18 mos, carrier 3659delC/Soon to be mom to Brett w/CF, EDD 8/23
On the day that Brandon turned 11 months old, I found out I was pregnant. I had been using birth control and taking every precaution. I was devastated. I didn't tell my husband for over a week, and really struggled with what do to and how I felt about it. I finally told him and we decided to have the baby. We did CVS testing as soon as I was able, and the baby will be born with CF.
I am due the end of August, and every minute of this pregnancy has been stressful. I am anxious and nervous and scared. I've educated myself on everything I can, and we're hoping for the best. The baby is good so far, no intestinal blockages etc.
My little boy, who is 18 months old now is such a joy, and I can't imagine this one being any different, despite the CF. We're going to make the best of it and that's all you can do.
I know you're in a different situation due to the fact you have a CF'r already. The chances are good the baby won't have CF. It's just something you really need to think about. I think everyone on this site, whether they have 1 or 2 or more children w/CF treasure their children and are thankful everyday for them.
Good luck to you and whatever you decide to do.
Dori, 35, carrier DF508/Mom to Brandon, 18 mos, carrier 3659delC/Soon to be mom to Brett w/CF, EDD 8/23