Re: Maternal Fetal specialist
From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Mon, 30 Apr 2001 21:59:53 -0500 (CDT)
Hi Kristy
I am just going to throw a few links your way and hope they can answer
some of the basic questions you may have
Regarding a MFS http://www.desmoinesperinatal.com/what.htm
Also this site is nice for finding a MFS and reading credentials. You
don't need to be a member to type in your Dr and see if they are listed.
http://www.smfm.org/index.cfm?zone=intro
Take Care
At Mon, 30 Apr 2001, Kristy wrote:
>
>I am 40, and pregnant with my third child [after eight years of trying].
>I am two months along. My doctor is sending me to a "Maternal Fetal
>Specialist". I have no idea what this is. What kinds of things does
>this kind of doctor do? What kinds of tests? Also, two more questions:
>What are my chances of having a Down's baby? And secondly, is there ANY
>other way to know for sure if you're having a Down's baby other than an
>amniocentisis? My husband and I have decided NOT to have one done. If
>we have a Down's baby, so be it - we'll love him/her just as much. But
>I don't want to take the risk of an amnio - even if it's a teeny tiny
>risk. I've waited too long to finally get pregnant. Your help would be
>greatly appreciated.
>Love, Kristy
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