Wow, don't even know what to say to that.

Are you serious?

If you are, I wouldn't risk having children if you are pretty sure that there will be a genetic condition.

What is a first double cousin just out of curiosity?

Many people go on to love each other whether they do or do not have children. In my opinion, this should not be a cause for divorce. Obviously in your case, I believe this marriage is illegal, but I won't pass any moral judgement on you for that. That's your own business. Yes, you have a greater chance of having a child with a genetic condition, due to the existence of Prader-Willi in your family already. Is it unfair to have a child with genetic defects? I guess that depends on the level the child is affected. Many people with developmental disabilities go on to lead normal lives. But I think Prader Willi is pretty debilitating. In the end, the decisions lie with you.

What about having the IVF but with a donor sperm or with your sperm, but a donor egg? It would cost more, but would be worth it if you really want to have kids.

I was gonna suggest the same thing as Mrs. Ltd. At least if you use a donor egg or sperm the two will no longer be related. It will cost more but if money is an issue than go with a sperm donor because it will be less than an egg donor.

Erm.....not illegal where I live.....if it was I'd never be in this mess!!!!!

Anyway, donor sperm/egg is not an option (religious reasons!)

but i think divorce is the only option!!!!!

its gonna be hard....but necessary

Sorry, it is here. Are you certain that your love for your spouse cannot outweigh your desire to have children? Or arrange an adoption? You can do some genetic counseling ahead of time and the physician should be able to tell you exactly what your chances are. I thihnk you can do chorionic villi testing during the pregnancy to tell you if there are genetic amoalies as well.

I'm a little shocked that a doctor would even perform IVF if they feel there is that high of a chance for genetic problems.

I know that simply being treated for infertility they normally run a host of tests to make sure they actually ETHICALLY can help you get pregnant. Most clinics have an issue forcing a pregnancy that could result in the genitic disorters.

Have the doctors relayed their concern? If so, what was they're advice.

I feel that a child comes from love. You want a child with your partner because that is a part of both of you. What you are speaking of is simply getting someone pregnant, not having any concern with how you feel about that person. That would seem to go against most religions as well. What your saying really doesn't make any rational sence once you think about it. Is this something you have just discovered? If so, I suggest giving it time before you make such a massive decision.

In this instance if you want children, you should consider divorce before anything unexpected and life-changing happens between the two of you. To prevent inter-familial related disorders, it is not permissible to marry a second cousin or closer.