having children when you have CMT

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Yes, children can be treasures, I have no experience in that regard as I

do not have any. My life's treasures can be defined by what else I give

to the world. The reason I do not have any is because I myself was a CMT

child and I know how tough life can be for the children. I have said in

past posts that I spent years over this issue; my own (selfish/personal

needs like my need for rest) vs. (would I have the staminia/endurance to

help my CMT child with the horrors of it all, and one thousand other

related things. Those of you who have Dr. Vinci's book, the issue is

addressed on pg. 118 and 119/

I did go to some genetic counseling to gain greater awareness. Even tho

I am so far the only one in my family with CMT, it is there NOW. Simply

put, I felt I could not have children due to it might multiply the gene

pool. On top of that I had a career that kept me away from home and I

knew if I was going to have children, I would need to committ 100%. Then

there was the financial issue of potentially raising a CMT child, ok, so

I said no, I would contribute to the world in other ways and I have.

Many members who are my friends have children and they do

mothering in ways that truly inspire me.

Children are a choice; please, let us not jump on each other. There are

times this list may totally irritate you; then there are times this list

may totally enlighten you. Please, share your 'experience' with an

issue, if you have it.

With our many new members, it is my hope you will post your introduction

soon so we can get better acquainted. And to everyone with children,

dogs, cats, everybody, I am truly happy for you. Most importantly, I am

so happy those of you reading this message found this group.

~ Gretchen/Moderator