Cherrill
I had successful ICSI treatment, and although I went into treatment knowing that my baby had an increased risk of birth defect, that was a chance I was more than willing to face....besides which the risk was negligible! I had looked after myself physically and mentally in the run up to treatment, while I was going through treatment, as well as during my pregnancy.... there is only one certainty - and that is there aren't any certainties!
Going through treatment at 39 years of age, with the prospect of giving birth just shy of my 40th - I was also well aware of my increased risks of carrying a child with downs syndrome - I refused all tests to check for this condition, as I was unwilling to harm my child - my baby was already loved and cherished...and no test result would change that fact.
I was conceived naturally, however I was born very prematurely and had a few 'defects' ..... I wouldn't really refer to myself as a 'consumer' - I'm a Mother first and foremost - I just happened to require fertility treatment to realise my dream!
Sheila
