parentingSpecial Needs Parenting
#RI-6a9ebfbc·5 months ago·
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“had IVF without genetic testing”
What Actually Happened
daughter born with severe medical issues, uncertain future
What I wish I knew
"genetic testing of embryos would have been beneficial"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"don't assume age makes genetic testing unnecessary"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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parenting Category
37
parenting decisions logged. Avg regret 6.5/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
62%
of parenting decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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