e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓

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[Z Money @cashhmoneyyzo]

Having a baby and knowing there’s someone that passed away that would absolutely adore them hurts the most😔

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

being 9+ months pregnant when it’s 90+ degrees outside is NOT the move. Why do I do this to myself in the SUMMER? 😭 first an August baby then a July baby… never again 🙅🏼‍♀️

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

baby eviction day is scheduled 🫣 it’s getting reaaaaaal

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

36w pregnant… 4 more weeks and baby will be here, definitely need to start getting things ready🫣 maybe even a name

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

Nesting is in full swing 🤪🫣

[Mimiii 🫦 @cherrymary46]

Having a parent who still looks out for you even as an adult is such a blessing.

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

Yall i cannot believe I’m about to be a mother of TWO in a month. Insanity

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

👌🏻

[Raven Lovette 🫧 @heyhoneyrae]

If you knew me before I was a mom you don’t know me now.

[Alex Clark @yoalexrapz]

If you aren’t ready to potentially have a disabled child then you’re not ready for parenthood. Your child could become disabled at any period in their life.

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

If you’re not prepared for potential health issues and you’re not prepared to love them no matter what, you’re not ready to have kids. Obviously there’s different circumstances that aren’t compatible with life but Down’s syndrome doesn’t fall into that category 😒

[Jesse Ridgway @McJuggerNuggets]

This week, my wife and I made the very difficult decision to terminate the pregnancy due to Trisomy 21.

The choice was not made lightly. We really appreciate all of the personal stories that you guys shared with us, especially the unconditional support we received from fans with no matter what we decided.

I know some of you may be very disappointed to hear this news. We are devastated. This has been extremely traumatic for both of us, especially Ashley.

She underwent the procedure earlier this week and is on the mend. Thankfully, everything went smoothly, but emotionally we are drained.

Trisomy 21, also known as Down Syndrome, is caused by an extra chromosome. It is caused by an error in cell division, like a glitch. The odds of a baby having it is 1 in 1000.

When I first confronted this news, I was shocked but optimistic. If they’re a little slow intellectually, then we’ll make it work. I signed on to be a parent, come what may…but I just didn’t fully understand what Down Syndrome entailed.

Once we made it public, it became clear that MOST people don’t know what Down Syndrome entails (and no, it’s not the same as Autism):

50% of babies with DS have heart defects. 75% will have hearing challenges. Over 50% will have vision problems. Impaired immune function, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, delayed physical development, poor muscle tone, structural issues with face, decreased lifespan, etc…Sadly, the list is long, feel free to look it up…Down Syndome isn’t a “blessing”, it is objectively shitty from a health perspective.

I didn’t realize just how rough it is for the child, let alone the family…more often than not, they would be fully dependent on others for the rest of their life.

The miscarriage risk is also close to 50%, which made matters worse…they may never see the light of day and it puts Ashley further at risk.

We spoke with doctors, friends, family and genetic counselors and learned that up to 90% of women terminate their pregnancy after learning the baby has Trisomy 21.

This was WAY higher than I expected, I thought it would be lower given that I hear so many say they kept or would keep the baby. I believe that’s because most terminations happen privately, it feels shameful. A lot of judgment being cast.

You never think you’d be in this type of situation until it happens to you and then things change.

To all of my fans who have weighed in on this topic who have Autism, Down Syndrome or any other conditions…we appreciate you. You matter a lot and we’re glad you’re here. I commend you and your families for having the strength and courage to push forward.

As for us, we made a difficult decision that we believe in the long-run will be beneficial for our family. Thankfully, we had a choice.

It will take a little time to move on, but we are excited to try again in the future and hopefully have a better outcome.

Love you guys & thank you for understanding. ❤️

[¥ @LAYSAINTLAURENT]

As a mom, when you’re going through a lot, hugs and kisses from your child does so much for your heart and soul.

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

One more month left of work :-)

[KJ 💕 @ThatGirlKj_]

If you have a clingy child, you know you’re doing a great job as a parent lol 😂

[Sonia @BalogunSonia4]

Protect your children. You never know who might hate them simply because they're yours💯

[Ian Haworth @ighaworth]

Having a baby will make you realize how insanely hilarious it is when childless people give out parenting advice.

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

After this one, I’m DONE 🤐 daughter and a son I’m goooooood

[Nicky💕 @jas_d_barbie]

the way being pregnant feels I don’t see how people have 7,9,11, 15 kids

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

@CoffinsInBloom STOP IT. That is the cutest sonogram EVER 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

I do not wanna go back tomorrow. Can’t wait til I have this baby and not have to go back :-)

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

Very much in need of this 4 day weekend 😴😴😴😴😴

[e m i l y 🩷🫐🍓 @emidadz]

@audreystayshome RIGHT, like they are aware I’m 8 months pregnant don’t be dumb lol