Sometimes when I tell people that my son has Down syndrome, they reply by saying they’re sorry. The next time you’re tempted to tell someone who has a child with special needs that “You’re sorry,” don’t. It may come from a place of caring. It may be well intended. But what you just said is … More I’m Not Sorry
Blood draws stink. They just do. But the good news is, there are lots of things you can do to make them more palatable for your little one. Don’t go to your child’s next blood draw without reading these top ten tips to ease the experience. 1. Do everything you can to make your first … More Top 10 Tips for Child Blood Draws
Dear Me, I see you in your room. You just got the news of a lifetime about your new baby: a diagnosis of Down syndrome. It’s dark. And you’re crying your eyes out. I don’t blame you. But now it’s three years later. I wish I could tell you what we’ve learned: It’s going to … More Dear Me
