I went through a similar experience with my last pregnancy - the dreaded phone call from the doctor - more tests needed, etc. I, too, had the feelings of apprehension and fear. How could I possibly take care of a child with special needs? I know many friends were praying for God to give me strength and peace concerning what we didn't know and by the time the tests came around, I knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that I loved the baby I was carrying. It was a gift - no matter what! The tests came and went and the most serious of birth defects were ruled out. I'm happy to say that that "baby" is now a happy, healthy barrel-racing 7 year old girl. We dealt with the physical "defects" she was born with, with a lens transplant surgery as an infant. God does give us the strength to raise any child - we just have to ask and accept it! BTW - since that time I have learned that most women in their late 30s or older will test positive (or have an elevated reading) on that screening but it is usually a false positive which doesn't mean don't do it but take it with a grain of salt or just skip it and go straight to the ultrasound since you will wind up there anyway! I'm happy for you and your husband that you can now have peace and "enjoy" your pregnancy!
