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Jewish Genetic Diseases: Expert Guide to Testing and Prevention Options
Genetic testing has revolutionized how we approach family planning and proactive health management. For individuals of Jewish ancestry, understanding genetic health risks and available screening options can empower you to make informed decisions about your future health and family planning journey. Modern genetic screening provides unprecedented insights into your health, allowing for informed decision-making and proactive healthcare management.


Michelle's Story
You would never know the struggles that Michelle K endured to have her beautiful, blonde, 6-year old twin girls by her side. She looks calm, happy, and seemingly has it all together. On the contrary, the road to motherhood was anything but easy for Michelle.Michelle was plagued by fertility issues, and after 5 rounds of in-vitro fertilization (which was financially, emotionally, and physically taxing), she finally brought her two healthy daughters into the world. Furthermore, Michelle was only offered genetic screening for Cystic Fibrosis.
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The Power of Planning Ahead
“You’re perfect for each other! You really should get married!” You might think that our best friends said this to us, or maybe even our parents. They did too, but this time, it was our fertility doctor. He wasn’t complimenting my husband Ryan and I on our symbiotic relationship or the courtesies we showed to each other. He was talking about the fact that we were genetic carriers for the identical mutation for Gaucher disease.
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How an Owl Becomes Wiser: Getty's Story
Kate and Mark were very much the quintessential newlywed couple. Both living fast paced lives in California, as a teacher and lawyer. They were carefree and living the dream. Five years into their marriage, they received the good news that they were pregnant with their first baby. After an easy pregnancy, Kate and Mark were ecstatic to welcome their new bright blue-eyed daughter, named Getty, who they nicknamed their little owl because of her beautiful owl-like eyes and adorable hooting sounds she makes.
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PGD: The Zoe and Isabella Story
For me, having children felt so far away when I was diagnosed with endometriosis and an ovarian cyst. I turned to in vitro fertilization (IVF) reluctantly because I was committed to trying to have biological children with my husband Stev
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Facing Fragile X Syndrome as a Family
Like many other young couples, Gail Heyman and her husband, Lyons met in college, got married after they graduated, and waited a few years before starting their family. Although having children is always a big step that will forever change a couple’s life, their experience was even more life changing.
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