Most couples find out that they do not carry the same genetic conditions as their partner. About 1 in 40 people find out that they have an increased likelihood of having a child with a genetic condition. In this case, there would be a 25% chance that they could have a child affected by the condition. Having this knowledge before or early in pregnancy opens up your options.For example, in pre-pregnancy, some couples may consider using donors or IVF technologies to conceive. If you are already pregnant, there may be the option of testing a pregnancy to see if the baby has inherited the associated genetic condition. Some couples may choose to not test before or during pregnancy, and instead use the knowledge of their carrier status to prepare for the birth of their child.