were you offered maternit21? did you opt for it or no?

[jzgrace]

I am going to be 35 on June 5th. My first midwife appt was yesterday and they offered me maternit21 testing. I spoke with dh about it, and he thinks it would be good. I do too in a sense , but then again I don't know if I should put myself the through the worry and cause stress to the baby. Any advice??? I would GREATLY appreciate it!!

 

[tryfor2]

I'm in Canada and we aren't offered that test here, just the IPS (triple screen), involving two blood tests and an ultrasound. I'm not sure what the Maternity21 test involves but as long as it isn't invasive like an amnio it don't think there is any harm to baby. It depends on your views about what you would do if you found out your child had a chromosomal abnormality. Would you terminate? If you are sure that you wouldn't, then I guess being tested doesn't matter. That said, many people who would have the baby no matter what say they would like to know to be mentally prepared. Remember that the OVERWHELMING majority of babies are born perfectly healthy and statistically it is close to certain that yours will be too. Not sure any of that helps...!

 

[jzgrace]

I'm in Canada and we aren't offered that test here, just the IPS (triple screen), involving two blood tests and an ultrasound. I'm not sure what the Maternity21 test involves but as long as it isn't invasive like an amnio it don't think there is any harm to baby. It depends on your views about what you would do if you found out your child had a chromosomal abnormality. Would you terminate? If you are sure that you wouldn't, then I guess being tested doesn't matter. That said, many people who would have the baby no matter what say they would like to know to be mentally prepared. Remember that the OVERWHELMING majority of babies are born perfectly healthy and statistically it is close to certain that yours will be too. Not sure any of that helps...!

Thanks try ! I couldn't see terminating. I guess I would just want to be as you said...mentally prepared. But I am a HUGE worry wart! And I have anxiety. I'm just nervous I guess. I'm sure everything will be just fine. The percentage is so miniscule that I guess I just shouldn't worry. thanks again!

 

[Nikko88]

I was offered and was grateful it was covered by my insurance. I have a background in genetics and developmental biology. For me, it was important to know if there was a likelihood of my little bean having a genetic mutation that would be incompatible with life or would need special consideration for delivery and neonatal care. I preferred the yes/no results of a genetic test rather than the 1 in X number risk of the subsequent morphology screens and blood tests.

I had the materniT 21 test that involved a simple blood draw followed by genetic screening of the fetal cells. Completely non-invasive and results were back in less than a week

It is a personal choice like all prenatal testing.

 

[Jinga]

I was offered the testing, but declined. My insurance pretty much never pays for anything "extra" and even when it does I have to max out our family deductible first. I figure I'll wait for the anatomy scan (next week!) and if they see anything off I'll do additional testing.

 

[tryfor2]

Jzgrace, if you're a worry wart (so am I), maybe you should get it. It's not like it gives you a 1 in whatever chance of carrying a baby with _____ like the IPS.... That can really mess with your head and often times the people who are told their baby has a high chance of having some sort of problem spend their entire pregnancies freaking out only to give birth to perfectly happy babies. From what I understand, the Marerniti21 test gives you a definitive answer. Chances are, you'll be given the all clear and then can hopefully rest easily for the duration of your pregnancy. As far as that's concerned at least!

 

[jzgrace]

Jzgrace, if you're a worry wart (so am I), maybe you should get it. It's not like it gives you a 1 in whatever chance of carrying a baby with _____ like the IPS.... That can really mess with your head and often times the people who are told their baby has a high chance of having some sort of problem spend their entire pregnancies freaking out only to give birth to perfectly happy babies. From what I understand, the Marerniti21 test gives you a definitive answer. Chances are, you'll be given the all clear and then can hopefully rest easily for the duration of your pregnancy. As far as that's concerned at least!

I am! Bad! I won't stop googling and obsessing. So I think I will be keeping the appointment. I was told its a yes or no, so that will make me feel better. I was also told it tells the gender. But I'm not sure the acurracy of it. I was also told that the gender part is 100% accurate too but I saw some girls that said it was wrong for them. Idk. Thanks try!

 

[tryfor2]

Well you can always double check the gender at your mid-pregnancy u/s. Long to wait, I know, but for many of us that's the soonest we can find out! (I opted to wait till birth this time--not as hard as I thought actually).

 

[Mypreciouskid]

I just turned 36, still 35 when I was offered the test. I did it, and very relieved with the results...well worth it, IMO.

 

[jzgrace]

I just turned 36, still 35 when I was offered the test. I did it, and very relieved with the results...well worth it, IMO.

I talked to my SIL and she got it when she had the twins. I'm sure ill be happy I did it! Just a question what does IMO mean?

 

[3Minions]

IMO = In my opinion

I would do it. It's not just about preparing yourself for the birth, it also has to do with ensuring the right doctors are there for the LO if they have some sort of condition....

 

[jzgrace]

IMO = In my opinion

I would do it. It's not just about preparing yourself for the birth, it also has to do with ensuring the right doctors are there for the LO if they have some sort of condition....

I always wondered what that meant...IMO. Ty yeah I'm keeping my appt for the 27th. I talked to dh and he thinks its a good idea too. I'm worried about this town though. Its so small and I don't think the doctors are as good as they are in the bigger cities. I'm not used to living in such a small town with very few doctors to chose from.

 

[3Minions]

All the nipts are processed in California or something so as long as they draw your blood properly and you're not too early in the pregnancy you'll get reliable results. If it's too early they'll just be inconclusive and do it again. GL!

 

[jzgrace]

All the nipts are processed in California or something so as long as they draw your blood properly and you're not too early in the pregnancy you'll get reliable results. If it's too early they'll just be inconclusive and do it again. GL!

Thank you. Did you find out gender with yours?

 

[3Minions]

I didn't have to have one - my NT came back clear. But because I had a mmc at 16w with my last pregnancy I got an ultrasound at 15w (which was again confirmed at 18w) with this one and we know we're having a girl

I did A LOT of research before my NT though about the NIPTs because the m/c pregnancy had an increased risk for downs with my quad screen and we were considering an amnio when we found out the pregnancy failed.

 

[madseasons]

I am going to ask for this test regardless if my insurance pays for it or not, which reading on it, I believe they do for those over 35.

I just want a piece of mind to prepare (if I have to) for when the baby comes.

 

[jzgrace]

I didn't have to have one - my NT came back clear. But because I had a mmc at 16w with my last pregnancy I got an ultrasound at 15w (which was again confirmed at 18w) with this one and we know we're having a girl

I did A LOT of research before my NT though about the NIPTs because the m/c pregnancy had an increased risk for downs with my quad screen and we were considering an amnio when we found out the pregnancy failed.

I'm going to be 35 when I deliver so they offered me the test. I looked up the chances of having downs baby and one doctor broke it down and said in your twenties its a 99.99%chance of not having a baby with downs and over 35 its a 99.75 % chance of not having one. So I'm optimistic for sure.

 

[jzgrace]

I am going to ask for this test regardless if my insurance pays for it or not, which reading on it, I believe they do for those over 35.

I just want a piece of mind to prepare (if I have to) for when the baby comes.

I read by law if you are going to be 35 at delivery (or older) they have to offer testing to you. Not sure how true that is.

 

[jzgrace]

I didn't have to have one - my NT came back clear. But because I had a mmc at 16w with my last pregnancy I got an ultrasound at 15w (which was again confirmed at 18w) with this one and we know we're having a girl

I did A LOT of research before my NT though about the NIPTs because the m/c pregnancy had an increased risk for downs with my quad screen and we were considering an amnio when we found out the pregnancy failed.

Congrats on your baby girl!!! I love baby girls! I have 2dd's. I'm hoping for another.

 

[madseasons]

I am going to ask for this test regardless if my insurance pays for it or not, which reading on it, I believe they do for those over 35.

I just want a piece of mind to prepare (if I have to) for when the baby comes.

I read by law if you are going to be 35 at delivery (or older) they have to offer testing to you. Not sure how true that is.

I hope so! I just am the type to prepare for everything. I wouldn't terminate...but I want to be prepared.

Keep posting, because it will make the time go faster



Dee