Has someone you love recently found out their baby has this genetic condition? Whether you are still expecting or you are already toting a newborn around, visit us for lots of up to date information delivered to you in a friendly and personal manner. Not only that, you will find stories and photos of other kids with this genetic difference. You will find encouragement and support, and we hope you will eventually find peace.
Our story begins here...Our son, Sam, was born with Down Syndrome. As a registered nurse I worked in the mother/baby unit of a hospital. I had seen and taken care of babies with this condition. I never thought it would happen to me though. That is a totally different world. My husband and I scoured the internet for as much information as we could find. Our list of "Bookmarks” (“Favorites” for aol users) was a mile long. Then we had to sift through all the sites to distinguish between the "techno-babble" sites, the ones that were strictly personal experience, and the helpful ones.
Our desire is to bring you as much information as possible about this condition in a personal , easy to read manner, all condensed in one website!
Not to scare you, but there will be plenty of therapy in your and your child's future. Here we will address the different kinds of therapies your kiddo MAY need and give you an idea about kinds of things to expect.
Information and encouragement for expecting parents, new parents, friends and relatives.
Early Learning
Children with Down Syndrome will benefit immensely from early learning. In this section you will find many tips and ideas to get you started. We will also discuss (eventually) mainstreaming in public schools, schools especially for these kids and more.
The developmental section will address things such as what to expect developmentally, helps and hindrances to aiding development, support groups and more.
Last but not least you will find, among other things, the ongoing story of our personal journey with our sweet, sweet little Sammy, a section with poems and stories relating to individuals with Down Syndrome and other special needs children (beware! some of them will move you to tears), and information about some people with DS who have achieved great things. We also hope to put up a message board or forum at some point.
Table of Contents
Down Syndrome Blog Read about our latest adventures and discoveries on our Down Syndrome blog. Stay up to date on happenings in the Down Syndrome community and with the latest research.
Einstein Syndrome Einstein Syndrome is an article that really, really hits home.
Getting Ready for Your Baby with Down Syndrome Helpful hints about getting ready for your baby with Down Syndrome. List of nursery needs, list of things to bring to the hospital, some things to consider...
Down Syndrome Health Down Syndrome Health gives a brief description of some of the health problems a person with Down Syndrome may have.
Living With Down Syndrome Has your baby recently been diagnosed with Down Syndrome? Do you know someone who has a baby with DS? Read this section on living with Down Syndrome to find tons of information and support
Down Syndrome Development Down Syndrome Development is an overview of all aspects of development in children with Down Syndrome.
Down Syndrome and Nutrition Down Syndrome and nutrition go hand-in-hand. Supplementation has been quite a controversy. Here are some of the things we have learned.
Down Syndrome Gross Motor Development Wondering about all the therapy gibberish that is being thrown at you? Down Syndrome Gross Motor Development will get you started in understanding your baby's developmental patterns.
Physical Therapy in Down Syndrome A brief oveview of physical therapy in Down Syndrome. Reveals the real purpose for physical therapy in Down Syndrome and tells you how you can help maximize the positive effects.
Speech Therapy for Down Syndrome Speech therapy for Down Syndrome gives a brief description of things to come involving language and speech. Also described are some of the other forms of communication used by kids with speech issues
Down Syndrome Book List The Down Syndrome Book and Resources page provides you with links to informational books and websites pertaining to Down Syndrome.
About Us The About Us section of this website will tell you all about us.
Contact Us Please contact us with your comments and/or questions. Your feedback will be much appreciated!
Famous People With Down Syndrome Did you know there are many famous people with Down Syndrome out there? Take a look at their inspiring stories here.
Life Planning in Down Syndrome Ever wonder what might happen to your special needs child when you are no longer around? Our Life Planning in Down Syndrome page will help you get started.
The Tongue in Down Syndrome Often falsely accused of being larger than those of its non-Down Stongue in Dowyndrome counterpart, the tongue in Down Syndrome is actually not larger than normal in most cases.
Down Syndrome Printables For babies with down syndrome printables that are visually stimualting like these are great to hang up in areas where baby spends a alot of time.
Hippotherapy in Down Syndrome Is your child getting bored with the same old tricks from his therapists? Hippotherapy in down Syndrome will enlighten you about he new 'therapy with a twist'!
Education and Kids with Down Syndrome Getting a good education is important for kids with Down Syndrome. Join us as we navigate through the public school systems in the U.S.
