: About Me

My passion is ...

life

I know too much about ...

suffering

My childhood ambition ...

to go to college

My favorite memory ...

the birth of my children

Why I write ...

as a way to vent feelings and to figure them out for myself!

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

shark week

My first job ...

deli clerk

My best moment ...

my wedding

My inspiration ...

my daughters

Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Understanding the various screening tests

1 of 2

For many women, pregnancy is a very exciting time. For many, however, it is also a very scary time. Every parent hopes for a healthy baby, and many women spend a lot of time worrying about the various things that could be wrong. Fortunately, many screening tests are now available to give parents peace of mind. One of the newest tests available is called the first trimester screening. This test combines high-resolution ultrasonography with specialized blood work. This screening allows the earliest possible detection of Down's Syndrome. However, many insurance carriers are currently not conv...

More..

• Helium Charter Member