TWO whole years of this girl. TWO years of smooches, cuddles, belly laughs and full hearts. TWO years of learning the ropes of parenthood. TWO years of messy high chairs, restless nights, and knowing the route to the closest ER like the back of my hand. TWO years of nothing but change. TWO years of … Continue reading My 24-Month-Old With Down Syndrome
Category: Down Syndrome
My 23-Month-Old with Down Syndrome
We are 23 MONTHS into our favorite adventure! Less than two years old and this girl has changed so many lives - many more than I have at least. I have never felt more pride. She radiates joy. Girlfriend weighs 21 lbs, measures 29.5 in., & (surprise,surprise) has 10 teeth! Please read that again: she … Continue reading My 23-Month-Old with Down Syndrome
22-Month Therapy Update
You've heard it time & time again - EARLY INTERVENTION IS KEY. This is proving to be true the deeper we get into Kara's therapy sessions. There is definitely a developmental gap between her and some of her peers, but that doesn't mean that she's failing. In fact - she's doing AMAZING things & we love … Continue reading 22-Month Therapy Update
My 22-Month-Old with Down Syndrome
Wait a second, didn't I just post the last monthly update? Kara has turned {22 MONTHS} already! Where does the time go?! It sounds cheesy, but I swear that I love this girl more each day. In just two short months, I'm going to have a two year old & I will close this monthly … Continue reading My 22-Month-Old with Down Syndrome
Why Connections Matter – Our Trip to Chicago
I am in a constant state of awe at the connections we make because of Kara. Jacob & I were recently in Chicago for a baby moon before Little Sister gets here. On our last night, we decided to go to a nice dinner on the "Magnificent Mile." Yet, on a whim, we opted for … Continue reading Why Connections Matter – Our Trip to Chicago
My 21-Month-Old With Down Syndrome
Baby Lemonade is 21-months old! It's starting to get weird calling her "Baby" Lemonade at this point, especially after the month we've had. I've got two words for you: Developmental. Explosion. This sweetpea is 20 lbs, 29 in. & has 10 teeth. If you caught Kara's last Health Update you know that we started her … Continue reading My 21-Month-Old With Down Syndrome
Snacks for Jaw Strength
Pretty soon I'll be posting an update on Kara's therapy goals and you'll see how we're working on strengthening her jaw. Thanks to low muscle tone, you often see her with her mouth partly open (with or without a protruding tongue) when in a relaxed position. Our end goal here is to have her in a … Continue reading Snacks for Jaw Strength
20-Month Health Update
As she grows, I feel like I'm getting better at navigating the medical side of things. I know the best place to draw blood from, how to distract her while the doctor listens to her lungs, and the best hold for them to check out her ears. Having a kid with Ds means that there are more chances to practice these things, but it honestly doesn't run our life.
My 20-Month-Old With Down Syndrome
We are 20 MONTHS into this girl's adventures & she continues to do the impossible - get cuter & have more fun. There is never a "routine" day with her, but I wouldn't have it any other way. Kara is 19.5 lbs, 29 ins & has 10 teeth Right when I think things will slow … Continue reading My 20-Month-Old With Down Syndrome
Misconceptions of an Optimist – Special Needs Edition
This blog is based off of the well-known saying "When life hands you lemons, make lemonade." I have my moments, but I really do try to live by this rule. Kara is the best kind of reminder. However, I realize that its not realistic (or healthy) to ONLY act positive & optimistic. I'm afraid that … Continue reading Misconceptions of an Optimist – Special Needs Edition