I would terminate the pregnancy whether or not they had downs syndrome.

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I would.

Or if I found out that it had any serious problem that would affect the quality of its life. I think its selfishness in a way actually, to bring a child into the world knowing full well their standard of living is likely to be bad.

I don't think disability would come into it for me unless it was something that meant they'd suffer a lot or had little quality of life. Other then that I'd only suggest an abortion if it endangered the mother or if we couldn't logistically wait until the baby is born to put it up for adoption. I don't think I'd be in a great position to raise a kid yet so I would prefere it if they went to a loving home that could do a better job of it instead.

It's an interesting topic because it's essentially asking 'would you kill someone on the basis of their disability'? On the face of it it sounds like an absolutely disgusting thing to do - but with the emotional implications involved I could forgive anyone for wanting the abortion... (I'm generally in favour of the right to choice anyway).

If its purely because the baby is down syndrome then no way. Thats a bit harsh. If I or my partner couldn't handle a down syndrome child then I would at least want them to go through with the birth then give up the baby. But its up to them I guess.

I honestly don't know how I would feel/what I would do unless I was in that position. I'm pro choice but whether I could actually go through with a termination when the test isn't available until quite an advanced stage in the pregnancy, I just don't know.

I'm glad I wasn't the only one who thought this was hysterically funny! :joker:

On the basis that it had a disability, absolutley not. I'm really quite suprised at the amount of people who would to be honest. It's kindof sickening IMO that people are like "hmm, it's not quite right, bin it" like they're a snickers bar missing the caramel (apologies for the obscure anaolgy) Parents can still embrace the joy they have with a child with a disability as they could with a non-disabled child.

I dunno, I grew up around children with disabilities so maybe I'm more biased.

I would have an abortion.

That's my opinion really.

Personally, no.

I dont think it's "sickening" tbh, if you dont think you are fit to raise a disabled child then it is an understandable decision. It's not like it's just going to affect the parents, the child will inevitably lead a very difficult life.

It's also important to remember that it is just a fetus that is being aborted, it is a non-sentient being and so I dont consider it morally wrong to have it removed

Fair points. I dunno, it's always a sensitive issue with me because I grew up with them and understand that it's not all difficult for them. As much as they experience hardship, they can still embrace joy, fulfillment and every other emotions that a non disabled person can. In todays society anyway many disabled people are accepted into society (or so I thought)

And definatley fair point on that last part, I just don't like the idea that people would have an abortion JUST because of it's disability. I'm aware 'survival of the fittest' has been around for generations but when people start to play God and just says "well that life isn't good enough" it really makes me quite sad.

I sort-of agree. I think if the baby having a really bad life because of its disabilities is reason enough to stop it going through that pain all through its life.

Oh right, fair enough, I cant say the same for myself so maybe I'm not in the best position to comment but I just think that if a mother is certain she isnt fit couldnt bring up a disabled child then it can be the right decision.

I can see where you're coming from though and it is a shame that disabled children can be unwanted, but it's important not to over-emotionalise the topic here.

No, I dont think that I could ever have an abortion and alot of downs syndrome children have a good quality of life

To turn the subject on it's head a little, how many of you who said you wouldn't terminate would adopt or offer a child with Downs a home?

well, I'm not planning to adopt any children, with or without a disability

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If you didn't have children I mean. If you'd not had your own children beforehand and were planning to adopt. Would you consider a Downs child?

Do you just sit around giggling?

ya mostly

No I don't think so