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Scenario

Whether to have children when genetic conditions run in families

We are considering having a child and my partner has a genetic condition that could be inherited and I do not know if it is fair to take that risk.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The intersection of reproductive desire and genetic responsibility creates ethical dilemmas about acceptable risk in family creation.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The philosophy of parenthood — why and what for?”

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Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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