Prenatal testing

Southern Belle Kathy

I had my first appointment today. Basically just to confirm pregnancy.  Because I am over 35, I will be monitored a little more closely.

I am curious...how many of you will be consenting to AFP, triple/quad/penta screening?  Because we have some genetic abnormalities in our extended family (Down Syndrome and mitochondrial disorder) I understand the value of this testing.  But I chose not to do it with my first pregnancy 5 years ago because I wouldn't have terminated even if we'd found a problem.  I think I will probably do the same this time.  Too many false positives and I'm a worrier already by nature.

What are your thoughts?