An influencer named Jesse Ridgeway posted recently about the decision to abort his child because it might have been born with Down's Syndrome.
https://x.com/mcjuggernuggets/status/2062315803177881822?s=51&t=cLq01Oy84YkmYPZ-URIMYw
"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.
"
Well, they monetized the post and made some money off of this tragedy, and it wasn't a particularly big deal until...
https://x.com/mcjuggernuggets/status/2054306826535989289?s=51&t=cLq01Oy84YkmYPZ-URIMYw
"SWEET’S SUPER SIXTH BIRTHDAY!
After she was diagnosed with Stage 4 Kidney Disease last year around her 5th birthday, the vet said she had weeks to live…If we were lucky, maybe a few months.
ONE YEAR LATER. She is still fighting.
She is in the .0001% of superhero dogs that can continue living with no kidneys. We all need a hero in this life, Jenny has been one of mine!
"
https://x.com/McJuggerNuggets/status/2034020888002085014
" One year ago today, Jenny was diagnosed with Stage 4 Kidney Disease after getting Lyme Disease from a tick.
One of the saddest days of my life…I was heartbroken. She was given weeks to live and we’d be lucky if she survived a couple months (which is the median survival rate).
Here we are…one year later and Jenny is still with us. We defied the odds and the doctor’s advice and curated a diet/health plan that has kept her going. Although, I believe our love and her will has been the true secret sauce. She WANTS to be here with us.
We couldn’t be more grateful to have another day with you, Sweets. Inspiring us to keep fighting no matter what.
"
So, to be really clear, these people aborted their human child because it might have been born with Down's Syndrome, and it might have negatively affected their influencer lives. While simultaneously celebrating the fact that they are spending thousands of dollars to keep their dog alive after it was diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney disease. They are more pro life when it comes to their DOG, than they are with their own child.
https://x.com/jc_midwest/status/2062709577997599049?s=51&t=cLq01Oy84YkmYPZ-URIMYw
" POV: you a YouTuber writes this heartfelt post about your dog Jenny getting Stage 4 kidney disease after Lyme, then later force your wife to terminate a pregnancy and traumatize her.
‘One of the saddest days of my life… I was heartbroken.
We defied the odds and the doctor’s advice… our love and her will has been the true secret sauce.
She was given weeks to live and we’d be lucky if she survived a couple months.
Here we are… one year later and Jenny is still with us.
She WANTS to be here with us.
We couldn’t be more grateful to have another day with you, Sweets.
Inspiring us to keep fighting no matter what.
…yet you just terminated your unborn child because of the potential of Down syndrome.
Same guy. Same “keep fighting no matter what.”
Just… not for the kid.
Dog gets the miracle.
Baby gets the exit.
Make it make sense.
vs
"
Exactly, make it make sense. No rape, no incest, no threat to the life of the mother, just the potential for some level of inconvenience.