We’ve worked HARD on a fun way to share 31 facts about Down syndrome! While you might have known some of these facts, we've tried to delve a little deeper into each of them. Let us know what you think & what you've learned!
Category: October is for Awareness
What I Want My Kids to Learn from Someone with Down syndrome
"I would want my kids to learn that there are so many different types of people in this world that offer many different things. I would also want it to teach them compassion for others they may meet that are a little different."⠀~Devon, friend
Down Syndrome Stereotypes That Have Been Shattered Because of Awareness
"A stereotype that has been shattered for me over the past 3 years of seeing Kara grow is that people with Down Syndrome are no less intelligent than anyone else. When given the tools and guidance, they flourish like any other person. Her sign language skills still astound me!"⠀~Sarah, co-worker
Can You Relate To A Special Needs Lifestyle?
"We struggle with the same worries when it comes to our babies – starting school for example. The fears that Amber had about Kara going to pre-school are the same ones I had for my daughter."⠀ ~ Rachel, best friend⠀
Part IV: The Things My Family Has Learned From Accepting Someone With Down Syndrome
It is time to wrap up Down Syndrome Awareness Month! My daughter has Down syndrome. She has taught me so much about life and has shown me the world through a completely different lens. The best part, however, is watching the impact she has on those around her. The lessons she teaches ripple off of … Continue reading Part IV: The Things My Family Has Learned From Accepting Someone With Down Syndrome
Part III: The Things My Family Has Learned From Accepting Someone With Down Syndrome
Happy Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Back again with another roundup of things that my family has learned - all from accepting my daughter with Down syndrome! All of these lessons are just from watching her grow, following our story, and choosing to accept her for who she is. I think its time to address how … Continue reading Part III: The Things My Family Has Learned From Accepting Someone With Down Syndrome
Part II: The Things My Family Has Learned From Accepting Someone with Down Syndrome
Happy Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Not that long ago, October was just another month out of the year. I woke up on the 1st & went about my day. Now that I've had the privilege of loving someone with Down syndrome, I get to celebrate even more everyday this month! All I want is to … Continue reading Part II: The Things My Family Has Learned From Accepting Someone with Down Syndrome
Part I: The Things My Family Has Learned From Accepting Someone with Down Syndrome
It's OCTOBER! For me, October used to mean sweaters & boots, bonfires, Halloween costume planning, sipping hot drinks from oversized mugs, and breathing in all the deep, beautiful colors. I still get excited about all these things, but now October means something special to my heart - Down Syndrome Awareness I talk a lot about my experiences being … Continue reading Part I: The Things My Family Has Learned From Accepting Someone with Down Syndrome
Round #3 Your Questions About Down Syndrome Answered
In honor of my Baby Lemonade, for the month of October I decided to open this blog up to questions & post the answers each week, vowing that I wouldn't be offended no matter how ignorant or rude you thought you were being.
Round #2 Your Questions About Down Syndrome Answered
If you search #DownSyndromeAwareness on any social media platform you will find oodles of great information that shows what its like to HAVE someone, KNOW someone, BE someone with DS.
I'd like to do my part in honor of my daughter - so for the month of October I am taking your questions.
ALL of them. The good & the bad.