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Come read, learn and share with us. We are mothers on the journey of raising children who have Trisomy 21, and here we share our thoughts and the things we have learned along the way. We will also be sharing articles from experts in Trisomy 21 to enrich your journey.
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Your Child’s Brain Deserves Every Advantage
Why Targeted Nutrition Matters in Down Syndrome When your baby is born with Down syndrome, you are handed a diagnosis, but not a roadmap. You hear, “Love them. Do therapy. Wait and see.” But here’s the truth most parents aren’t told early enough. There is a biological process happening inside your child’s body right now , one that can be protected, supported and even changed with the RIGHT nutritional intervention. And the earlier you know this, the more of their potential y
joyc856
Dec 10, 20253 min read
How to Advocate for Your Child When Doctors Don’t Listen
Because our children deserve more than “it’s nothing.” If you’re a parent of a child with Down syndrome or medical complexities, you’ve probably had at least one appointment where you walked out thinking, “They didn’t hear me.” Sometimes it’s subtle. A rushed appointment. A dismissive tone. A symptom brushed off as “normal for Down syndrome.” And sometimes it’s blatant. “He’ll grow out of it.” “That’s not possible.” “You’re just anxious.” But here’s the truth. You know your c
bravelifenpc
Nov 21, 20259 min read
Your Child’s Brain Deserves Every Advantage
Why Targeted Nutrition Matters in Down Syndrome When your baby is born with Down syndrome, you are handed a diagnosis, but not a roadmap. You hear, “Love them. Do therapy. Wait and see.” But here’s the truth most parents aren’t told early enough. There is a biological process happening inside your child’s body right now , one that can be protected, supported and even changed with the RIGHT nutritional intervention. And the earlier you know this, the more of their potential y
How to Advocate for Your Child When Doctors Don’t Listen
Because our children deserve more than “it’s nothing.” If you’re a parent of a child with Down syndrome or medical complexities, you’ve probably had at least one appointment where you walked out thinking, “They didn’t hear me.” Sometimes it’s subtle. A rushed appointment. A dismissive tone. A symptom brushed off as “normal for Down syndrome.” And sometimes it’s blatant. “He’ll grow out of it.” “That’s not possible.” “You’re just anxious.” But here’s the truth. You know your c
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