Reply #54: no, I'm guessing that they did have an amnio

[northernlights]

given the likely age of the mother. And that they chose not to abort for religious reasons.

Interestingly, my biology text describes the physical abnormalities associated with Turner's as "moderate." I can easily imagine a situation where a pro-life ob/gyn could have downplayed the realities of what they -- and Mallory -- were facing. I wonder if any of them gave any thought not only to the ongoing cost of caring for her, but to who would care for her once they're gone.

And I can't help but wonder what they feel, deep down, now that they witness the lifetime of deep suffering she faces. With Turner's, mental ability is not affected. So she will be fully aware of her diminished life, and the cause of her pain and siezures. And, no matter what her parents tell her, I can't help but wonder if she'll feel, deep down, responsible for their family's financial ruin. Kids tend to do that even in normal circumstances...