When a woman is carrying three or more children, a medical argument can be made in favor of selective reduction. STORY HIGHLIGHTS
- For women carrying multiple fetuses, a medical argument for selective reduction is clear
- The risks of selective reduction have declined since it was introduced 26 years ago
- After a reduction, pregnancies tend to proceed normally
“They’re my grandkids,” he explained, then laughed. “But everyone always says the same thing” — he held up his hands, like someone appealing to a higher power, and shook them dramatically — ” ‘We don’t want twins!’ “
Hilarious, I thought. Dr.