Prenatal Perspectives

These blog posts provide information that can help you before and during your pregnancy.

General pregnancy

Whether you’re a hopeful or expecting parent, these blog posts cover general topics to help you and your loved ones get ready for this exciting milestone.

April 22, 2026

Can prenatal genetic screening reveal something about miscarriage causes?

Pregnancy loss can be a deeply painful experience, and it often leaves parents with ...

November 20, 2025

The Weight of Waiting

After her second birthday, my daughter began displaying mild symptoms of what I fear...

June 20, 2025

Fragile X syndrome: Why early identification is so important

In the early stages of pregnancy, and sometimes even pre-conception, parents are off...

February 21, 2025

What is the difference between carrier screening and prenatal cfDNA screening?

Starting a family is a personal journey, but it’s also a medical one, filled with ...

January 21, 2025

What is genetic counseling for pregnancy and why is it important?

If you’re expecting a baby or planning a pregnancy, you might have heard about gen...

Did you know?
Up to 9 in 10
pregnant women want prenatal screening once they see how it can help them learn more and prepare.^*
Did you know?
About 90%
of parents said accuracy is very or extremely important when choosing a brand of carrier screen.^*
Did you know?
4 in 10
families say genetic screening was never offered or explained.^*
Did you know?
More than 41%
of pregnant women are not sure if they have ever heard of carrier screening.^*

The truth about prenatal screening

* 2024 Myriad Genetics Health Survey.