We Didn't Know Our Baby Had Downs Until Birth—What Followed Surprised Us
Summary
A mother shares her experience of discovering her baby daughter has Down syndrome only after birth. They had not known during pregnancy and accepted the diagnosis with love and understanding, feeling grateful for the peaceful birth and bonding time.Key Facts
- The baby, named Ever, was born at home unexpectedly before midwives arrived.
- The parents noticed subtle signs that something was different soon after birth.
- A midwife suggested the possibility of Down syndrome about 24 hours after birth.
- A blood test confirmed Ever’s diagnosis several weeks later.
- During pregnancy, the standard tests did not detect any concerns, and the parents chose not to have invasive testing.
- The mother felt peace and confidence throughout the pregnancy and home birth plan.
- The diagnosis led to acceptance, love, and no change in how the family viewed Ever.
- The parents had prepared themselves emotionally for a possible Down syndrome diagnosis but wanted to enjoy pregnancy without worry.
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