Comments on: Gene testing – would you?

By: Alexandra

Alexandra — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:42:21 +0000

Just think how differently you’d treat that child if you knew what he was going to like, be like, want to do… it wouldn’t be write. the nature vs nurture arguement…which comes first?

By: ZippyChix4

ZippyChix4 — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 23:37:52 +0000

I was one who did not really want to know the sex of my children prior to birth. I succeeded with the first, but my better half was anxious to know with the second so I relented at 36 weeks. I was also unsure of the mandatory tests for downs syndrome, it made me angry that the incidence of false positives were so high, yet I was told that I still needed to take it. So unless these tests are 100% positive, I am not really interested. .-= ZippyChix4´s last blog ..The Pantyhose Controversy =-.

By: Zippy Chick #2

Zippy Chick #2 — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 23:01:21 +0000

You bring up a good debate…one that Science and Humanity will have to take a good look at! As much as I am a hypocondriac and need to know as much as possible, I have learned this can hurt me as well…see Zippy’s blog called Fretting Moms. As a culture, we’ve become overwhelmed and anxious which I attribute to TMI…too much information. We all need to pop anxiety pills because we can’t deal with all the probabilities and potentials. Most of the time, life twists and turns and never ends up the way you think…usually for the better! I fear humans will take it too far and not let nature do its thing….which will cause more harm than good! With that said, there has also been great advances in science which I will always be grateful for! Thanks for your post, I had not heard about these over the counter tests before!

By: Angelia Sims

Angelia Sims — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:22:07 +0000

Did you ever see that movie with Ethan Hawk, called “Gattica?”

It was similar to this as far as genetics go. The movie fascinated me by the what if and back then it wasn’t as advanced as today’s testing.

I say I wouldn’t want to know, but I would probably be to curious not to. I wouldn’t let it affect how I felt.
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By: Mocha Dad

Mocha Dad — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:29:55 +0000

I wouldn't want any type of DNA testing. I'd rather just deal with whatever situation I'm faced with. .-= Mocha Dad´s last blog ..Mocha Dad and Moms- Overcoming the Fear of Failure =-.

By: parentingadabsurdum

parentingadabsurdum — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:50:04 +0000

I wouldn’t – I just wouldn’t want to be put in the position to have to make a decision that would be too difficult. I refused all optional tests with mine; once the baby was born, I believed we’d all manage. However, I COMPLETELY understand the arguments of those who would. We all cope in the way we need to, and know what’s best for our family.
.-= parentingadabsurdum´s last blog ..Life with boys =-.

By: Amy

Amy — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 20:30:00 +0000

I am not sure it is a great idea to do a test like this at home. If I were to have another child I’d be in the “advanced maternal age” category where you have to have some genetic testing. I think it is best to do this kind of stuff with a professional who can help you understand the results and your options.

By: Mandy

Mandy — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:39:33 +0000

I am so flip-flopping on this issue.

I do think it’s going too far in most cases. Parents can undergo genetic testing to determine what their future or present children are at risk for… there’s no need to get so technical with the unborn unless you have a REAL reason for concern that would require further testing.

Finding out your baby’s sex at 5 weeks? I wouldn’t want to know that early… what if it ends in miscarriage? Having had one.. I think that the bond i’d have had with that baby would have been even stronger if I’d have been able to call ‘him’ a him or her… emotionally that would’ve been so much harder on me. And, seriously, can we not wait for ANYTHING anymore? I found out the sexes of all my kids at 20 weeks.. and it was tough for me to wait that long! lol But, that’s part of the excitement of pregnancy! Live it up and stop rushing everything folks!
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By: Joey @ Big Teeth & Clouds

Joey @ Big Teeth & Clouds — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:52:16 +0000

I truly wish there had been something to let us know about Julia’s hearing before our late diagnosis at age 3. She passed a newborn hearing screen and we were left to find out on our own anyway.

My own experience gives me mixed feelings about tests for other stuff. The results could give you a false sense of security and you might not notice the signs that would lead you to a proper diagnosis. Alternately, it could make you anxious for no reason.

Unless it works well it’s bound to be nothing but aggravation.
.-= Joey @ Big Teeth & Clouds´s last blog ..AG Bell Session- Humor =-.

By: Melissa (Confessions of a Dr.Mom)

Melissa (Confessions of a Dr.Mom) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 04:41:45 +0000

I think all that genetic testing is going a little too far. It’s one thing to find out the sex of your baby but quite another to know EVERY single detail including theoretical risks and personality traits. I say let your children declare who they are by living their life w/o parents living in fear of what diseases they “might” end up getting or what possible “negative” personality traits they may possess. I do believe to a certain extent in the self fulfilling prophecy…so who needs that hanging over their heads? Great topic Dalia!
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