I feel id rather have a miscarriage then this

On May 9, 2024, I walked in the my dr appointment like I have done for the past 4 times. Happy and in love with my baby boy. We did a 3d ultra sound everything looked normal until we did the scans of the head. My dr walked in right in the middle of the pictures, he told my mom, my husband and I what our baby had it is anencephaly. I am 18 about to be 19 weeks pregnant been really sick throughout my pregnancy. Which made me happy since it meant a healthy baby or so everyone kept telling me. My heart broke this morning when I woke up . I thought I had a nightmare of a day just in my sleep like it didn’t really happen I had to be reminded that it did. Since I live in Texas and state law requires the dr not the tell me to get an abortion but he said that my case is severe and is very unsafe to carry full term.
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I’m very sorry 😢 I know how hard it can be 😔 sending you strength 🌺

Ohh, my goodness. I wish I had some moving and comforting words for you… I’m so terribly sorry for this devastating news. Lean on your support system during this time and offer all the help they want to give you. My heart goes out to you 🖤

I am so so sorry 😔 Wishing the best for you during this difficult time! 🙏❤️‍🩹

I’m so sorry, Madison. I can relate completely when it comes to people telling you that being sick was a good sign. It feels like a slap in the face to learn that your baby actually is not healthy. I’m curious about why your doctor says it’s unsafe to carry full term. Plenty of women do carry to term. I did, and my own safety was never at risk.

@Elizabeth Risk is a possibility, not a guarantee. Smoking increases your risk of lung disease. Pregnancy increases your risk of c-section, infection of your uterus, gestational diabetes, ext. All of these risks are lower if you aren't pregnant/don't carry to turn. In cases where the child is likely to be stillborn or only live a very short time it's generally not considered "safe" to carry to term as there are more risks to the mother than if she was to not be pregnant. Obviously, most women find the risks that come with pregnancy worth their baby, but many would find the risks unnecessary if you don't get a baby at the end. Medically, risks with little to no return are considered unnecessary. In states like Texas, doctors are not allowed to advise to terminate a pregnancy even if it may be the best option given the situation. So, they tell you it's unsafe. Whether you are told to terminate or told it's unsafe, the final decision is still up to the mother.

@Elizabeth my case was really severe he was suprised I didn’t miscarry and was suprised my baby Elijah had eyes

I would have had my baby in two days. I’m so sorry you had to go through this as well, if you need to talk I’m here❤️

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