Summary Our Feature Report on Genetic Testing looks at the options available to expectant parents and at the difficulties involved in interpreting the test results. Clinical geneticist Dr. David Chitayat describes the types of tests available to expectant mothers and their success rate in predicting genetic damage, Bio-ethicist Dr. Mary Rowell addresses the difficulty interpreting the results. Throughout the piece we hear from parents about their personal experiences. On our Reality Check, National Post Columnist Patricia Pearson muses on the validity of couples using pets as a "test run" for the responsibilities of parenthood. Consumer Expert Tina Vrlak looks at baby baths and accessories. And on our Video Diary, Part Two of the Martens/Samedi Family. Lynne Martens records the day-to-day pleasures and stresses of a stay-at-home mom.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Kate Tavender Monica Kim
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Sep 30, 2001
Countries of origin : Canada
Language : English
Production companies : Telefactory
Summary Our Feature Report on Genetic Testing looks at the options available to expectant parents and at the difficulties involved in interpreting the test results. Clinical geneticist Dr. David Chitayat describes the types of tests available to expectant mothers and their success rate in predicting genetic damage, Bio-ethicist Dr. Mary Rowell addresses the difficulty interpreting the results. Throughout the piece we hear from parents about their personal experiences. On our Reality Check, National Post Columnist Patricia Pearson muses on the validity of couples using pets as a "test run" for the responsibilities of parenthood. Consumer Expert Tina Vrlak looks at baby baths and accessories. And on our Video Diary, Part Two of the Martens/Samedi Family. Lynne Martens records the day-to-day pleasures and stresses of a stay-at-home mom.
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Sep 30, 2001
Countries of origin : Canada
Language : English
Production companies : Telefactory
