--- In anencephaly@yahoogroups.com, "shairbe1" <shairbe1@...> wrote:
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> >What is a D & E? Have you had any other children since you were
pregant with the child that had anencephaly?
Would love to hear from you again~
Thanks~
Nancy
> Hi, I chose to have a D & E done at 18 weeks. I do not regret my
> decision at all. I feel very lucky that this was an option. My
husband
> was also very supportive and those close to me. I did a few comments
> from a couple coworkers which upset me, but any decision you make
> you'll probably get that. I have heard of others that have had 2 or
> more children with anencephaly. Usually genetic testing is indicated
> at that time for MTHFR. Although, if you have had three normal
> pregnancies I wouldnt worry about it happening again.
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