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If a problem is found, one of the options is to continue with the pregnancy

  • You will be able to discuss the chromosome problem with a midwife who specialises in antenatal screening and with someone who specialises in genetics.
  • You will be given information about the type of problems your baby might have.
  • Some women decide to keep the baby.
  • Others have their baby adopted.
You can get more information and support from:

- Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC)
- Down’s Syndrome Association (DSA)
- Support Organisation For Trisomy 18/13 (SOFT)
- Cystic Fibrosis Trust (CF trust)
- Sickle Cell society
- DIPEx (personal experiences of health & illness)


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