How do I have an 18 month old? I can’t believe how quickly time has gone! Since 18 months is a BIG deal, this is going to be a BIG blog post! I’ll split it up into different categories to hopefully make it easier to get through. I’ll go ahead and put a summary up … More ~18 Month Update~
The organization I’ve chosen to highlight for the month of July is the Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN). This is one of the first organizations I came across after we were told Wyatt more than likely had Down syndrome. The mission of Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN) is to connect, support and provide accurate information … More Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network
I see the questions running through your head. The ones you want to ask, but are afraid will come across as rude or nosy. Maybe you can’t tell she has Down syndrome, so you’re wondering why my almost 18 month old isn’t walking or even really standing. Maybe you do notice she has Down syndrome … More It’s OK to Ask About my Daughter with Down Syndrome
We’ve added another specialty to our list. Hannah had her first appointment with urology on June 7th. The urologist’s opinion was that her E. Coli bacteremia could have come from the UTI. He said the oral antibiotics could have wiped out the E. Coli from her urine, but may not have been strong enough to wipe it … More ~Urology Update~
I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about what I needed to hear after we received our prenatal diagnosis. I didn’t know anyone who had a child with Down syndrome at the time, so I had no one who actually knew what I was going through to speak encouragement into my life. My friends and … More Advice for Parents who Just Received a Prenatal Diagnosis
