Doctors Told Me To Terminate After My 20-Week Scan—Then Came Shocking Twist
Summary
A woman learned during her 20-week pregnancy scan that her baby had serious bone problems likely caused by a rare genetic disorder called osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), which makes bones very fragile. Despite doctors advising termination, she decided to continue the pregnancy and developed a special birth plan; her baby, Dani, was born with a unique genetic mutation and requires careful medical care.Key Facts
- The woman experienced a previous loss at 18 weeks due to suspected OI.
- The 20-week scan showed the baby’s limbs were much smaller than normal and the skull had an unusual shape.
- A maternal fetal specialist confirmed fractures and diagnosed likely lethal OI.
- The specialist recommended termination, but the mother sought support from others living with OI and chose to continue.
- A special cesarean section was planned to safely deliver the baby with minimal bone injury.
- Dani was born with a unique mutation in the COL1A2 gene related to OI.
- Dani needed oxygen, feeding support, and pain medication because of many fractures.
- OI is inherited, and the family has a history of bone fragility and joint flexibility, though severity varies among members.
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