Any couple can have a baby with Downs syndrome, but it is well known that older women are more likely to have a baby with the condition than younger women. There is controversy about the influence of the fathers age.

What are the chances of having another baby with Downs syndrome?

History: If you have one child with Down syndrome, (trisomy 21 or translocation), your chance of having a second child with the condition is about 1 percent.

Is Down syndrome inherited from the mother or father?

Most of the time, Down syndrome isnt inherited. Its caused by a mistake in cell division during early development of the fetus. Translocation Down syndrome can be passed from parent to child.

What is the lowest risk of Down syndrome?

If the screening test shows that the chance of having a baby with Downs syndrome, Edwards syndrome and Pataus syndrome is lower than 1 in 150, this is a lower-chance result.

What race has the most Down syndrome?

Results: The odds ratio and population attributable risk of Down syndrome due to maternal age of 35 years or older were highest for Mexican Americans, intermediate for African Americans, and lowest for non-Hispanic Whites.

Can you give up a baby with Down syndrome?

“Giving up” a baby with down syndrome for adoption (or a child with any other special needs) does not mean saying goodbye forever. Most adoptions today are at least semi-open, which means you can have a lasting connection with your child as they grow up in their loving adoptive family.

Does folic acid prevent Down syndrome?

April 17, 2003 -- Taking folic acid supplements before and during early pregnancy may not only help prevent neural tube defects in babies, but it may also reduce the risk of Down syndrome.

Why is Down syndrome not curable?

Because Down syndrome is the result of a genetic anomaly, a cure is not possible at this time. While stories occasionally pop up about alleged gene therapy providing a cure, research is typically focused on addressing specific health concerns associated with Down syndrome.

Can you tell if a baby has autism?

Autism Signs By 7 Months She doesnt laugh or make squealing sounds. She doesnt reach for objects. She doesnt smile on her own. She doesnt try to attract attention through actions.

What are the signs of Down syndrome in a newborn?

At birth, babies with Down syndrome usually have certain characteristic signs, including:flat facial features.small head and ears.short neck.bulging tongue.eyes that slant upward.atypically shaped ears.poor muscle tone.