Podcasts about down syndrome awareness month

This month we've celebrated Down Syndrome Awareness Month with episodes based on popular Google search topics! Today we're joined by award-winning photographer Hilary Gauld and advocate Kate Herron for this episode all about answering the question: Can a person with Down syndrome Shift Narratives? In 2014, Hilary and Kate collaborated on a fundraising calendar featuring Kate's 10-month-old son, Caleb, for the Waterloo Wellington Down Syndrome Society (WWDSS). What began as a local project quickly grew into a decade-long advocacy journey, evolving into an internationally recognized series that challenges stereotypes and represents the Down syndrome community in meaningful, thought-provoking ways. Hilary's sharing how her friend Kate's invitation sparked her dedication to authentically representing the Down syndrome community, the impact her work has had on families seeing themselves and their loved ones reflected in media, and the powerful role of storytelling in breaking down barriers. We're also chatting about their documentary Decade, which celebrates the ten years of this incredible project, the impact the last ten years have had on their advocacy, what they hope for the future, and so much more! Friends, this is an episode you don't want to miss! - - - SHOW NOTES Follow One For The Wall on Instagram and Facebook Follow Waterloo Wellington Down Syndrome Society on Instagram Learn more about Decade documentary Check out the ‘Here I Am' series  People Magazine article about the series ‘Believe in Me' Check out all the incredible series from One For The Wall  JOIN THE MOVEMENT Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!  DISCOUNT CODE Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off! HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Thank you, National Down Syndrome Society for sponsoring this episode! 174. Learning About the Down Syndrome Learning Profile! (ft. Jessica Kuss from the National DS Society) 181. How has your sibling changed your life? (ft. Dana & Anthony Sciullo from the NDSS team) 262. 45 Years of Advocacy: A Conversation w/ NDSS President Kandi Pickard Thank you, Enable SNP for sponsoring this episode! 47. Planning for the Future w/Phillip Clark from Enable SNP 191. Future Planning for the WHOLE Family - ft. Phillip Clark, Enable SNP LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support

It's Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Kaelob and CeCe speak with the MCHS principal, Peer tutors and fellow students, plus a long-time special education teacher to see how differently-abled students help Unite the school.

This month we're celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month with episodes based on popular Google search topics! On today's episode, we're answering the question: Can a person with Down syndrome find community & belonging? Today's conversation is sparked by a recent blog post of Heather's on why her daughter Macy didn't attend homecoming this year, we're chatting about what it truly means for someone with Down syndrome to feel a sense of belonging in school and their wider community. What can we all do to ensure inclusion happens? How can we help build bridges where isolation exists? From clubs and activities to real friendships, we're chatting about inclusion, community, and what happens when we work together to make existing opportunities even better. Do we have all the answers…never! But we have hope having these tough conversations helps build and maintain those bridges toward community and belonging. - - - - SHOW NOTES Read Heather's blog post Why My Daughter with Down Syndrome Won't be Going to Her Homecoming Dance Learn more about Best Buddies Listen to our episode with Val Schleider: 43. Back to School & All Things Best Buddies w/Val Schlieder & Allison Covell JOIN THE MOVEMENT Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!  DISCOUNT CODE Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off! HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Thank you, ABLEnow for sponsoring this episode! 115. How The ABLE Act Supports Your Child's Future (ft. Catherine Beck) LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support

October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, with a special focus on October 20th, a day officially designated to celebrate the achievements and abilities of individuals with Down syndrome while raising awareness about the condition. Down syndrome, the most common genetic disorder, is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21, also known as Trisomy 21. Each year, Down Syndrome South Africa and its associations work to promote public awareness and advocate for the full inclusion of people with Down syndrome in all aspects of society. For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Sajeda Mansoor 

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. In this episode of MCH Bridges, guest host and Lettercase Program Director Dr. Stephanie Meredith reviews some of the findings from her recent study focused on the experiences of parents receiving a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome. Dr. Meredith approaches her research as the mother of a 24-year-old son with Down syndrome. Additionally, listeners will gain insight from a recent project aimed at improving support for Black and Hispanic new and expectant parents of children with Down syndrome. Throughout the episode, Dr. Meredith uplifts the lived experiences of guest speakers Ayah Ibrahim and Tatiana Salinas, two mothers of children with Down syndrome, and emphasizes the importance and real-world impact of their diagnosis experiences. You will also hear from Katie Stoll, providing the perspective of a healthcare professional and leader of the Genetic Support Foundation on how to best support clinicians and families who receive care.  Tune in to witness an important conversation between our guest host and speakers as they delve into what advocates and healthcare professionals can do to reduce emotional harm and disability bias and, instead, empower parents with information and support during this critical time. Disclaimer: The views presented in this podcast are solely the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute® (PCORI®), its Board of Governors, or Methodology Committee. Resources:  Lettercase Lettercase PCORI Resources Genetic Support Foundation The impact of implicit and explicit bias about disabilities on parent experiences and information provided during prenatal screening and testing by Meredith et al. Healthcare experiences of patients with Down syndrome who are Black, African American, of African descent, or of mixed race by Krell et al. Healthcare experiences of patients with Down syndrome from primarily Spanish-speaking households by Chung et al. Parent-reported genetic counselor adherence to the NSGC practice resource for communicating a potential prenatal diagnosis: Impact on the Down syndrome diagnosis experience by Ijaz et al. Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress National Parents First Call Center Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Down Syndrome Guidelines Practice guidelines for communicating a prenatal or postnatal diagnosis of Down syndrome: recommendations of the national society of genetic counselors by Sheets et al. National Down Syndrome Congress Clinic List Jack's Basket 

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month in the US, and Pres. Melanie welcomes Dr. Mary O'Callaghan, a mother, legal advocate, educator and ethicist in the Catholic Church who speaks on behalf of the human dignity of pre-born babies diagnosed with Down Syndrome and other disabilities. She discusses her research on the history of Selective Abortion, describes existing ministries which provide support to parents who receive difficult prenatal diagnoses, and offers hope-filled, alternative perspectives to parents, medical professionals, clergy, and church communities.

 This month we're celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month with episodes based on popular Google search topics! Today we're joined by Emily Kendall & Chad Mayer from EmpowerMe Living for this episode all about answering the question: Can a person with Down syndrome live independently? Today, we're talking about the incredible work of EmpowerMe Living, a program designed to support individuals with disabilities in choosing the best living arrangement for their unique needs. We're with EmpowerMe Living founder, Emily and Chad, who lives independently through the program, as they share their insights on independent versus supported living, overcoming challenges, and how EmpowerMe Living helps families navigate these important decisions. This is an episode you don't want to miss! - - - - SHOW NOTES Check out EmpowerMe Living's website to learn more about our: Incredible team  Microhome concept  First property in Cincinnati  Our Cincinnati Housing Market Analysis    First Place Global Leadership Institute –Check out their groundbreaking research on housing, including “A Place in the World” and their housing market analyses. Organizations can partner with First Place to conduct a housing market analysis in their community to collect and analyze data about housing needs and preferences directly from adults with I/DD and their families which can then be used to drive effective solutions.   Learn more about Beyond Down Syndrome – a wonderful resource for people with Down syndrome and their families focused on independence  Blog Emily wrote for this summer about trusting intuition advocating for her son with Down syndrome   Emily wanted us to share her son, Luke Kendall on the news! It has been awesome for Luke's confidence and skill building, foundations for independence!  Learn more about Timothy M Freeman Center, MD, Center for Developmental Disabilities provides adults with I/DD interdisciplinary, patient-centered healthcare. It is one of the few centers in the country pioneering this approach within an academic healthcare system.  Learn more about Enable Special Needs Planning to create a plan that enables your child with disabilities to live a great life JOIN THE MOVEMENT Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!  DISCOUNT CODE Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off! HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Thank you, National Down Syndrome Society for sponsoring this episode! Learn more about the Adult Summit in Orange County and reserve your spot today! Thank you, Enable SNP for sponsoring this episode! 47. Planning for the Future w/Phillip Clark from Enable SNP 191. Future Planning for the WHOLE Family - ft. Phillip Clark, Enable SNP LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month in Australia. A Sydney-based Japanese mum Kiyo Melbourne has a son with Down syndrome and thinks having him makes her family complete. However, she is a bit concerned that the topics surrounding the genetic condition are almost always gloomy and sad. - オーストラリアでは10月はダウン症の啓発月間。次男の優希くんがダウン症を持つ、シドニーに住むメルボルン稀世（きよ）さん。ダウン症について世間に流れる情報で、暗い内容が多いことが気になっています。

This month we're celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month with episodes based on popular Google search topics! Today we're joined by Erik & Emily Orton for this episode all about answering the question: Can a person with Down syndrome travel the world?  They're sharing their incredible story of sailing the Caribbean, with their family of seven and how their daughter Lily, who has Down syndrome, has inspired them to break boundaries, live without limits, and travel the globe! We're chatting about caregiver fatigue, challenging conventional ideas of therapies, parenting our kids with and without Down syndrome, and so much more. This is an episode you don't want to miss! - - - SHOW NOTES Follow Erik & Emily on Instagram Get your copy of Erik and Emily's book Seven At Sea  Check out Erik & Emily's Podcast and listen to their episode with Lily! Check out Erik & Emily's YouTube channel Learn more about how to sail with Erik & Emily for a week! JOIN THE MOVEMENT Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!  DISCOUNT CODE Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off! HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Thank you, ABLEnow for sponsoring this episode! 115. How The ABLE Act Supports Your Child's Future (ft. Catherine Beck) LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support

EP 276. What Can't People With Down Syndrome Do? Spotify Notes: We're a week away from the start of Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Today we're kicking off our celebration early with a conversation about common misconceptions people still have about Down syndrome. We'll be celebrating next month by talking to self-advocates, organizations, and parents who are breaking down the stereotypes of some of the most Googled misconceptions about Down syndrome. We're sharing our thoughts on the CoorsDown PSA ‘Assume That I Can' featuring Madison Tevlin and how campaigns like this work to shift narratives. We're chatting about how knowing and loving a person with Down syndrome has shifted how we value and see worth, no matter what someone can or can't do. Join us as we get this important conversation started! - - - - SHOW NOTES CoorDown's PSA Assume That I Can PSA with Madison Tevlin Read Heather's blog post What if my child with Down syndrome can't? CoorDown's Just The Two of Us PSA  Other episodes like this: 163. What does success mean to you? 185. What if my child with Down syndrome can't? JOIN THE MOVEMENT Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!  DISCOUNT CODE Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off! HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Thank you, National Down Syndrome Society for sponsoring this episode! Learn more about the NDSS Buddy Walk! Listen to Heather & Micha talk about their experience at last year's NYC Buddy Walk on 225. NYC Buddy Walk Highlights Thank you, Enable SNP for sponsoring this episode! 47. Planning for the Future w/Phillip Clark from Enable SNP 191. Future Planning for the WHOLE Family - ft. Phillip Clark, Enable SNP LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support

Friends, thank you for celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month with us! Today we wrap up our celebration with self-advocates Craig Blackburn & Heather Hancock-Blackburn. This power couple is talking all about love at first sight, marriage equality, long-distance relationships, and so much more! From shifting narratives to building careers, and competing in Special Olympics across the country these incredible self-advocates have so much to be proud of. Heather's Mom Lisa and Craig's Mom Pat join us to share what it was like as parents to witness their love story and advice for parents and caregivers. Craig & Heather you had us at hello, we just love your love! You don't want to miss this epic celebration of love, self-advocacy, and equality.  --- SHOW NOTES Watch Craig & Heather's Wedding Video Follow Craig on Instagram and Facebook Follow Heather on Instagram and Facebook Learn more about marriage equality for people with disabilities: ‘Seeking Marriage Equality for People With Disabilities' NYT Article Learn more about Marriage Equality Legislation Learn more about Marriage Equality and its effect on benefits DISCOUNT CODE Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code PODCAST for 10% off! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Thank you, ABLEnow for sponsoring this episode! 115. How The ABLE Act Supports Your Child's Future (ft. Catherine Beck) HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support

October is respect life month for parishes and diocese around the United States. It's also Down Syndrome Awareness Month, which goes hand in hand with the Church's call to respect the dignity of every life especially those who are most vulnerable. Today on Register Radio, the Register's Washington correspondent Lauretta Brown shares a personal story with us about how one child with down syndrome captured her heart and motivates some of her reporting. And then, we turn to prayer, with a well-known author and theologian Edward Sri. We discuss his latest book. When You Pray: A Clear Path to a Deeper Relationship with God

October is respect life month for parishes and diocese around the United States. It's also Down Syndrome Awareness Month, which goes hand in hand with the Church's call to respect the dignity of every life especially those who are most vulnerable. Today on Register Radio, the Register's Washington correspondent Lauretta Brown shares a personal story with us about how one child with down syndrome captured her heart and motivates some of her reporting. And then, we turn to prayer, with a well-known author and theologian Edward Sri. We discuss his latest book. When You Pray: A Clear Path to a Deeper Relationship with God

October is respect life month for parishes and diocese around the United States. It's also Down Syndrome Awareness Month, which goes hand in hand with the Church's call to respect the dignity of every life especially those who are most vulnerable. Today on Register Radio, the Register's Washington correspondent Lauretta Brown shares a personal story with us about how one child with down syndrome captured her heart and motivates some of her reporting. And then, we turn to prayer, with a well-known author and theologian Edward Sri. We discuss his latest book. When You Pray: A Clear Path to a Deeper Relationship with God

In today's episode Mary shares this year's IEP experience, which went pretty well!  She also talks about Ainsley's new EA, how keen he is, and how he wants to make things more inclusive for Ainsley.  Plus she has an update about Ainsley's palette expander (it's not good news), what she is doing for Rocktober, plans for Halloween, and a little story about how her advocating has really resonated with another mom. #T21Mom #T21Mompodcast #Rocktober #IEP 

In today's episode of the Raising Kellan podcast, Marsh interviews Lori Green, the Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Association of Memphis and the Mid-South. Their mission is to empower and advocate for individuals with Down syndrome. Lori also talks about the various programs and services they offer, such as self-advocate classes, tutoring, and social events. She mentions their upcoming fundraiser, the Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk, which will take place on October 29, 2023. Timeline: 2:10 Lori's background 3:38 Tennessee transitioned from institutionalization to community-dwelling for persons with disabilities. 4:17 Services provided by DSA of the Mid South. 10:02 Service area of DSA. 11:49 Is DSA an affiliate or chapter organization? 14:18 October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month and Oct 29 is STEP UP Walk for Down Syndrome. 17:26 Closing Remarks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marsh-naidoo/message

During pregnancy, parents usually imagine what their child will be like and everything they'll get to do together. You get excited about all the traditional milestones and look forward to experiencing this new reality.  But for parents who receive difficult news after the birth of their child, such as an unexpected Down Syndrome diagnosis, this reality is shattered in a matter of seconds. Even the most understanding of parents are faced with grieving and adjusting.  Amy Julia Becker (an award-winning writer and speaker on Disabilities and Family) experienced this first hand at the birth of her first child, Penny. Today, Amy Julia is sharing her family's journey: from grieving the child they “thought” they'd be receiving, to adjusting to their new normal, to eventually realizing all the beautiful things that come from embracing our humanity as is.  In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Amy Julia shares useful tips on things she wished she knew when her daughter was diagnosed, and on navigating the nuances of raising a child with different abilities.  This episode is perfect for any parent who is currently feeling overwhelmed, alone, or nervous about their child's disability and I hope you or someone you love and you get a ton of value from it. Key Takeaways with Amy Julia Becker The importance of Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Navigating a Down Syndrome diagnosis. Grieving and adjusting to the reality of parenting a child with disabilities. Finding community through shared parenting experiences. Dealing with pain, guilt, and shame as a parent of a child with a disability.  Validating the feelings of parents going through disability journeys.  Looking beyond the tragedy and negativity surrounding disabilities.  Hierarchy vs Mutuality: an inclusive approach to disabilities.  How to support your partner through a difficult diagnosis.  The growth opportunities in every challenge.  Accepting (and embracing) the uniqueness of every diagnosis.  Focusing on the present in order to find joy.  Show Notes: Get Full Access to the Show Notes by visiting: MatteasJoy.org/71. Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Joy In The Journey, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU!

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month and in this episode, Stephen and Lori discuss another angle in your next Awareness Campaign. Some of the most important people to make aware of our community's potential are educational professionals. We as parents can advocate but it just might be our children who change the minds of those in charge of their education. Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2023/10/14/161-down-syndrome-awareness-month-2023-bringing-awareness-to-our-communitys-potential/2/ Please follow us on Twitter @ifweknewthenPOD you can drop us a line on our Facebook page @ifweknewthenPOD or visit our website https://www.IfWeKnewThen.com to send us an email with questions and comments. You can join our mailing list there and get alerts of future podcast episodes. Thank you again and we look forward to you joining us on the next episode of IF WE KNEW THEN.

As we continue to share stories In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, mom of 5 (including a son with DS) Allison Sullivan shares how she uses TikTok to normalize family life. And, with more than 1.2M followers, we say she might be onto something.   In this episode, we chat about: Tell us a little about your family. When and why did you decide to launch a TikTok account? What's your primary content on your account? One of your children has Down Syndrome. Did you ever worry that sharing about him on your social media accounts might elicit negative reactions? Best part about having a child with DS? Most challenging? During Down Syndrome Awareness Month, what do you want another DS mom to know?   Allison Sullivan is married to Seth and a mom of five. She believes in playing her part in the renewal and transformation of communities through walking humbly, acting justly and loving mercy. She is a writer and podcaster, loves good hospitality and meaningful service and is active in social justice causes to cultivate love and hope. Allison is a trauma-informed yoga instructor. For fun, she enjoys creating wholesome content through a family lens for over 1.2 million TikTok fans, long road trips with her family, girls' nights out with her friends, thrifting, reading, and spending time at the beach. To relax, Allison watches Modern Family on the couch with her dogs.   Connect with Allison: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sullivanfamilytiktok   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonmsully  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/allisonsullivan  Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sinner-saint-sister/id1234435619    The NICU is hard. We're here to help.   Hand to Hold is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby's NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English and Spanish.   Connect with Hand to Hold: Learn more or get support at handtohold.org   Follow Hand to Hold on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handtohold Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/   Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold    The following music was used for this media project: Music: Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Music: Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license  

In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we shed some light on life with a DS child with PICU mom, Stephanie Weinert. She shares how she received the diagnosis and how Beckett's entrance into the world changed her life. In this episode we briefly discuss death, dying and grief.   In this episode, we chat about: The day she learned her son was diagnosed with Down Syndrome. What were some of the things you had to re-learn as a mom after Beckett's diagnosis? What were some of Beckett's challenges and how did those affect your family? What are some of the greatest things Beckett brought to your family? Often, we fear what we do not know. What's something you feared that either never came to fruition or was less stressful than you imagined it might be? What are some ways you honor Beckett's life and how are you managing your grief particularly during anniversaries or the holidays? What's something you want people to know about Down Syndrome? What would you tell old Stephanie, knowing what you know now, about having a child with DS? Stephanie Weinert is a wife, mother, writer and media personality. She served as a radio host before becoming a stay-at-home mom. Stephanie has spoken nationally and internationally on topics related to faith, family life, homeschooling, motherhood, and the suffering path to salvation. She and her husband Peter share openly about their youngest son, Beckett, who was born in 2019 with a surprise diagnosis of Down Syndrome and a serious heart defect. Beckett's short life of 18 months changed the Weinert family forever. Caring for a special needs child and walking through grief and child loss helped Stephanie see motherhood through a new lens..   Connect with Stephanie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanieweinert  Website: https://www.motherandhome.co/    The NICU is hard. We're here to help.   Hand to Hold is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby's NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English and Spanish.   Connect with Hand to Hold: Learn more or get support at handtohold.org   Follow Hand to Hold on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handtohold Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/   Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold    The following music was used for this media project: Music: Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Music: Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license  

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Down Syndrome Awareness Month is aimed at championing acceptance, inclusion, and the incredible abilities of people with Down syndrome. On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fionn Crombie Angus, Social Entrepreneur, International Disability Activist and Decision Support Service Champion, his father Jonathan and Áine Flynn, Director of the Decision Support Service. For more information you can visit www.decisionsupportservice.ie Picture (c) by nambitomo from Getty Images via Canva.com

Have you watched the new show on Netflix called Down for Love? It's a reality dating show for people with Down syndrome, and we're celebrating the start of Down Syndrome Awareness month with a conversation with the producer of Down for Love, Robyn Paterson. We talk about:How the show was createdThe diversity of the Down syndrome communityThe universal desire for love, relationships, and connectionBONUS CONTENT: At the end of the episode, I talk with Penny, our 17-year-old daughter who has Down syndrome, about her thoughts on Down for Love.___FREE DOWNLOAD: ​​5 THINGS I WISH I'D KNOWN WHEN OUR DAUGHTER WAS DIAGNOSED WITH DOWN SYNDROME___TIME ESSAY: Doctors Don't Know How to Talk About Down Syndrome___GUEST BIO:“Robyn Paterson is a New Zealand-based producer, director and writer known for Down for Love (2022), Grand Designs New Zealand (2015) and In the Zone (2018). She works across various roles within multiple formats, including television factual, documentary & entertainment series, documentary feature, web-series, comedy, and drama. She has a background as an actress and presenter, and is the current president of the Directors & Editors Guild of Aotearoa New Zealand.”___Connect Online:Website: https://www.robynpaterson.co.nz/Instagram: @_robynpaterson____On the Podcast:Down for LoveNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association ___TRANSCRIPT: amyjuliabecker.com/robyn-paterson/YouTube Channel: video with closed captions___Season 7 of the Love Is Stronger Than Fear podcast connects to themes in my latest book, To Be Made Well, which you can order here! Learn more about my writing and speaking at amyjuliabecker.com.Connect with me: Instagram Facebook Twitter Website Thanks for listening!

Franco Gianni, marketing and development strategist for GiGi’s Playhouse, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how they offer therapeutic and educational programs that advance literacy, math skills, motor skills for individuals with Down syndrome. Join GiGi's Playhouse as they kick off Down Syndrome Awareness Month with GiGiFest, happening October 3rd. Follow The Lisa Dent Show […]

0:00 - Illinoisans continue to flee   6:37 - Sharing stories of soiling yourself   24:53 - Joe Biden brings the mask back out   34:47 - Down Syndrome Awareness Month   38:22 - Head of The Field School – “A Diverse, Classical, Christ-Centered School on the West Side of Chicago” – Jeremy Mann, " aims to feed the hearts and minds of children through rigorous study rooted in a Christ-centered environment." For more on The Field School visit thefieldschool.org   55:52 - President of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and foreign affairs columnist for The Washington Times, Clifford May, on Supporting Ukraine and the price of American leadership. Follow Cliff on twitter @CliffordDMay   01:18:37 - The town that banned kids from having mobile phones   01:30:54 - Michael J Schwartz, owner/operator of 3 medical clinics in both New Jersey and Florida, which were the first to begin COVID-19 testing in New Jersey, shares details from his new book Fauci's Fiction: The Book on Covid. For more on “Fauci's Fiction” visit MichaelJSchwartz.com 01:44:29 - Rafael Mangual, senior fellow and head of research for the Manhattan Institute's Policing and Public Safety Initiative:  “Nonviolent Crime” Is a Myth. Check out Raf's book  Criminal (In)Justice: What the Push for Mass-Decarceration and Depolicing Gets Wrong, and Who It Hurts MostSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October, Down Syndrome Queensland hosted a Wellness Fair at Ascot Park, just behind DSQ's Ascot office.The Wellness Fair was a fantastic afternoon, that saw the Down syndrome and wider community join together to celebrate diversity and inclusion, and highlight the role that people with Down syndrome play in the community.DSQ's Michael Harrison brings us all the action from the afternoon in this special edition of the Now and the Future Podcast.This podcast is a production of Down Syndrome Queensland.If you have a question, would like more information on any of our episodes, or have suggestions for future topics, send us an email - engagement@downsyndrome.qld.org.au.For more information please visit the DSQ website, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Ryan is joined on the Hope FM Breakfast Show by Erika from Shades of Different to talk about Down Syndrome Awareness Month 2022. Find out more at shadesofdifferent.com FIRST BROADCAST: 03/11/2022

We had SO much fun celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October. We featured many wonderful self-advocates who are shifting the DS narrative in big ways. And we're so excited for all of them. But if you're a parent of a child with DS who felt a little lost, sad, and maybe even lied to this past month.. then this episode is for you. We're chatting about what happens when your child with Down syndrome doesn't achieve all the things our society celebrates. Are they still worthy? Where does our value come from if not accomplishments? Our kids have been the greatest invitation to see the worth in others (and ourselves) apart from achievements.. and today we're talking about why. We're also chatting about how to share content about our children in honorable ways and how to receive content about other people's children without comparing. Plus we're exploring the “dark side to positive representation” that causes us to only celebrate people with DS who act the most like people without DS. WOW! So much to unpack here, friends. It's a good one. SHOW NOTES Read Heather's blog: What If My Child With Down Syndrome Can't? Read “DOWNism: When You're not Even Good Enough for Your Own Community, or…The Dark Side of Positive Representation” Read “My Mistake, My Bad” LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theluckyfewpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theluckyfewpod/support

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and I'm excited to host my first podcast guest who is talking about Down syndrome! Mary Borman is an ambassador for Down syndrome and 2018 Self-Advocate of the Year for the National Down Syndrome Society. We recorded this episode a few weeks ago, while Mary was preparing to compete at the Down Syndrome World Swimming Championships in Portugal this month. We talk about several of Mary's accomplishments, which include: Swimming competitively and winning medals at the Special Olympics National Games and Down Syndrome World Swimming Championships Modeling in Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week Lobbying for disability rights and legislation Speaking to organizations across the U.S. about Down syndrome Learn more about Mary and her work at MaryBorman.com and follow her on Instagram and TikTok. Watch the video of this interview on YouTube! Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes! Support this podcast at BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds and get a shout-out on a future episode! Read the episode transcript. *Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations.*

In this episode we discuss our journey with awareness. We explore how we are learning to cultivate what awareness means in our lives, the way in which awareness has changed over the years and its impact on our Advocacy. Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2022/10/28/121-down-syndrome-awareness-month-2022/2/ Please follow us on Twitter @ifweknewthenPOD you can drop us a line on our Facebook page @ifweknewthenPOD or visit our website https://www.IfWeKnewThen.com to send us an email with questions and comments. You can join our mailing list there and get alerts of future podcast episodes. Thank you again and we look forward to you joining us on the next episode of IF WE KNEW THEN.

Hi Friends, Joining me today is Angela O'Brien, founder of Your Space Reclaimed in Dallas, TX. Angela is one of our incredible SBO Partners and I invited her on the show to talk about motherhood, organizing and all things Enneagram! I specifically asked Angela to visit our show in October as we recognize Down Syndrome Awareness Month. As a mom of 2 grown-ish kids, Angela shares her story of finding out her daughter was born with Down Syndrome and what she wants people to know about the Down Syndrome community. During our conversation we talked about: Life transitions, knowing when to pull back and when to lean in. Her personal discovery into the Enneagram and how it led her to becoming a certified Enneagram coach and finding her passion as a professional organizer at the age of 51. The importance of teaching independence, providing support and building confidence for all kids, especially those with Intellectual Disabilities. How she gives back and supports the Down Syndrome community in Dallas  We also talked about her struggles as an Enneagram 9 (The Peacemaker) and what strategies she has put in place to help her live an organized life. Make sure to check out the links below for everything we talked about including Angela's fav organizing products, book recommendations and special promos for our TOL listeners. If you know someone who could benefit from this episode, please take a moment to share it with your friends. And finally, if you are a Professional Organizer, or thinking about becoming a Professional Organizer, we would love to talk with you about our Group and Individual Offerings. Click HERE to learn more! XOXO- Laurie P.S. If you are curious about finding your enneagram type, here's a link to a free assessment: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test ***(note: online assessments have a high rate of inaccuracy. Assessments can prove helpful in giving insight, but we believe that the best way to determine your Enneagram type is through self-discovery and learning about each of the 9 types. Learn more) LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE CONNECT WITH ANGELA WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK ANGELA'S FAVORITE PRODUCTS: Lazy Susans | Deep Acrylic Bins with Wheels ANGELA'S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: You are a Badass | The Gift of an Ordinary Day

October is recognized as Down Syndrome Awareness Month across the world. In today's episode of Big Girl Panties Podcast, Alexis sits down with Eulannae Douglas to discuss Down Syndrome Awareness. Eulannae is a paraprofessional in the Bermuda public school system with a focus on working with students with Down syndrome. During this episode we will learn:How Eulannae chose to work with children with special needs as a professionWhat we should know about people with Down syndrome The challenges & successes that children with Down syndrome in her life experienceHow to create strong relationships with children with Down syndrome And more If you would like to get involved and support others with Down syndrome, and learn more information about Down syndrome Awareness, please visit:onespecialnightbda.comNdss.org ds-int.orgTo keep in touch with all things Big Girl Panties between episodes, please visit:Instagram - @bgplifeFacebook - @bgplifeblogWebsite - bgplife.com

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month and this special episode is dedicated to Danielle's son, Jack. As part of the #luckyfew, this bonus episode gives perspective and insight to Danielle's journey with Down syndrome and the actions that she hopes you'll take to support this amazing community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I interview Mandy Cabarrus who has three daughters, one of which was diagnosed at birth with Down Syndrome. We discuss her experience with her daughter and how she has learned to parent each of her children according to their needs. We talk about the emotional rollercoaster of raising a child with special needs. It is a beautifully honest episode and inspires us to love all of those with special needs and treat them no differently than we would another human being. Link to Holland Poem: Welcome to Holland Poem (A Poem About Autism) (dailytimepoems.com)

To celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month, representatives from the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh (DSAP) joined the podcast today to reflect on their experiences as parents as well as highlight the ongoing work of DSAP.  The highlight event of the year is the Buddy Walk which is coming up on October 23, 2022 at Schenley Plaza on the University of Pittsburgh campus.   Helpful websites related to the podcast discussion today: DSAP: https://www.dsapgh.org/ or call/text us 4125659936 Pittsburgh Buddy Walk: https://www.ds-stride.org/pghbuddywalk First Call Program: https://www.dsapgh.org/first-call or call/text us 4125524972 FB: https://www.facebook.com/dsapgh IG: https://www.instagram.com/dsapgh LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/down-syndrome-association-of-pittsburgh Twitter: https://twitter.com/dsapittsburgh Shannons blog: https://www.thislifewegot.com If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to DownSyndromeCenter@chp.edu. If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit https://givetochildrens.org/downsyndromecenter. Thank you to “Caring for Kids” The Carrie Martin Fund for its support of the Down Syndrome Center Podcast.   

We discuss Kanye West's comments on Black abortion statistics from the Tucker Carlson show, Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October, and the Detroit News telling you to vote NO on Proposal 3.

In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month we are sharing Kelle Hampton's story that was originally published in 2017. Links This episode is sponsored by Kindred Bravely. Use code BIRTHHOUR for 20% off at kindredbravely.com Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - Use Code 100OFF for $100 off Beyond the First Latch Course Support The Birth Hour via Patreon!

“You belong here, as you are, who you are. Come be in this place with us.” Down syndrome advocate and author Heather Avis joins Amy Julia to talk about the importance of people with Down syndrome, celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and creating spaces of belovedness and belonging.__Guest Bio:“Founder of The Lucky Few and The Lucky Few Foundation, Heather Avis is a New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and Down syndrome advocate, working to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs.”__Connect Online:heatheravis.comFoundation: theluckyfewfoundation.orgPodcast: theluckyfewpodcast.comInstagram: @theluckyfewfoundation; @theluckyfewofficialFacebook: @theluckyfewfoundation__On the Podcast:Heather's books: Everyone Belongs;  Different--A Great Thing to Be!; The Lucky Few: Finding God's Best in the Most Unlikely Places;  Scoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone BelongsPodcast episode: 171. What does belonging actually mean? (Storytelling Tour Recap with Heather + Josh Avis!)Study: Disabilities in Newbery Books Newbery Award Winning Books 1975–2009: How Do They Portray Disabilities?Books: Wonder; Fish in a Tree; Counting by 7s; Out of My Mind; A Storm of StrawberriesCamp: Hope Heals CampVerse: Psalms 139:14For full show notes, transcript, and more, go to: amyjuliabecker.com/heather-avis/__BOOK GIVEAWAY:I'm joining Heather and other moms of kids with Down syndrome over on Instagram to give away our favorite picture books and memoirs in celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness month.You can find all the details on my October 5, 2022, Instagram post @amyjuliabecker.__Season 6 of the Love Is Stronger Than Fear podcast connects to themes in my latest book, To Be Made Well, which you can order here! Learn more about my writing and speaking at amyjuliabecker.com.__*A transcript of this episode will be available soon, as well as a video with closed captions on my YouTube Channel.

Karmel Garcia is on this episode sharing the story of her 3 year old, Zoe, who was born with Down Syndrome. She takes us from the beginning with a prenatal diagnosis, the birth and through her first three years of life. Karmel started to see a need for families to have therapuetic tools to work with their kids at home and has started Zoe's Tool Box. https://www.instagram.com/karmelita16/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/zoes_toolbox/?hl=en Non Profit https://www.zoes-toolbox.com/ Every baby born with Down syndrome will have their own unique experiences and abilities. Some will have many medical procedures in their first year, and some will be born never spending a day in the hospital.  For any diagnosis the first year is the hardest to navigate, and we are here to be a box of sunshine to those families. Books to check out: You Are Enough Different - A Great Thing to Be What's Inside you, Is Inside Me Too Hannah's Down Syndrome Powers 47 Strings Connect with Liz https://www.instagram.com/esandoz/?hl=en https://miraculousmamas.com/    

In this episode we celebrate Down Syndrome and Down Syndrome Awareness Month with everyone's favorite cohost. Collin shares his experience having a son with Down Syndrome and grants us all insight into valuable resources for anyone who has experience with Down Syndrome. 

Today, we're talking about Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and getting honest about the real, raw emotions that come when unexpected challenges and pain interrupt our plan. No matter the circumstance or the curveball, it's OK to cry! In fact, we're unpacking how the pain in our stories is actually part of the path to purpose, and an essential ingredient of joy on the other side. This episode is brought to you by JenJonesDirect.com, where we help you level-up in your faith, your family and your whole health. Click JenJonesDirect.com to receive a free health assessment and get on the path to creating the life you love. Don't forget the important links: JenJonesDirect.com @jenjonesx4 @marcusjonesdirect Check out the resources we mentioned on this episode from Karrie Garcia and Freedom Movement: wearefreedommovement.org

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month! In today's podcast I chat with Blair Stayzer, co-founder of "G-Mc's Homies with Extra Chromies", a not for profit organization for people living with Down Syndrome. The group promotes social health and wellness, educational opportunities and a positive public awareness for Down Syndrome. Today Blair touches on; - how and why he started the foundation - what working with people with Down Syndrome has brought to his life - why it is important for EVERYONE to have the opportunity to belong to a group and enjoy the pride in that Check out G-Mc's Instagram account or reach out to Blair at: https://www.instagram.com/gmcshomiesextrachromies/ Reach out on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/amberpachla/ or email me at amberpachla@yahoo.ca Work with me! Lose weight and develop life changing health and wellness habits for long term success - book your free 45 minute consultation today! Email or DM me to book. Interested in Essential Oils? Check out my site and work with me!: my.doterra.com/amberpachla

As October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we introduce our guest Kimberly Sanders. Kimberly Sanders naively imagined motherhood as a serene walk beside her children; however, she discovered it is more often unpredictable, fraught with struggle, and ultimately an invitation to sit beside her children in the muck and mystery. In her first book, Beside You, Kimberly generously shares the unpredictable struggles and rich lessons learned through Lukas, her son who has both Down syndrome and autism. Kimberly and I dive into her journey, from pregnancy to diagnosis, and we discover what she's learned. We hope you enjoy this episode, and take the opportunity to get her book! Her book is available in many outlets, as well as Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Beside-You-Lukas-Special-Revealed-ebook/dp/B09FH34587 This episode was made possible due to our Sponsors and Patreon Supporters. If you'd like to help support this podcast and our efforts with Autisable, please consider becoming a patron. Become a Patron! A Special Thank you to the following top supports for this weeks episode: John A. Darryl M. Linda P. Kurt B.

The Supreme Court this week took on an abortion case to decide whether Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron can defend his state's dismemberment abortion ban – Daniel Cameron joins us in studio to discuss the case and oral arguments. We speak about the important role of pro-life state attorney generals and this Supreme Court term with Susan B. Anthony List's Prudence Robertson and The Heritage Foundation's policy analyst Melanie Israel. Singer Billie Eilish slams Texas' heartbeat law during an Austin concert – Catherine Hadro ‘Speaks Out'. And we're joined by Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt who tells us how he's working to protect babies in the womb with Down syndrome as we commemorate Down Syndrome Awareness Month this October. EWTN Pro-Life Weekly with Catherine Hadro airs on EWTN every Thursday night at 10 pm ET. It re-airs on Sundays at 10:30 am and Tuesdays at 1:30 pm ET.

On this episode we recognize Down Syndrome Awareness Month by talking with Evguenia Popova and Hannah Hartz about their work at GiGi's Playhouse. Gigi's is a community based organization that provides educational and career opportunities for people with Down Syndrome across the lifespan.

On this episode we recognize Down Syndrome Awareness Month by talking with Evguenia Popova and Hannah Hartz about their work at GiGi's Playhouse. GiGi's is a community-based organization that provides educational and career opportunities for people with Down syndrome across the lifespan.

We had a special guest join us to share her truth on her beautiful son having down syndrome. We got emotional, but we pulled each other through it with love and support. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Queens catch up on life and dating! They also acknowledge Breast Cancer Awareness and Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 

In this episode of The Hope Story Podcast we share five ways for parents of children of Down syndrome to create awareness for Down syndrome awareness month (and every month.) Be sure to check out this episodes show notes by visiting show notes at http://hopestory.org/down-syndrome-awareness-month-2020

Michelle Sullivan is the advocate behind Littlest Warrior, a platform inspired by her son, Eli. Before Michelle gave birth to her son Eli, she didn't know much about the amazing Down Syndrome community. Now, after giving birth to a child with Down Syndrome, she has been welcomed into this warm and friendly community, and has enjoyed learning everything she can about it. October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, which made it perfect to have Michelle on the podcast. Kelly and Michelle discussed Eli's incredible story, how she has worked to create an impact in the Down Syndrome community, and how to get involved in spreading awareness. Michelle shared some of her favorite organizations to check out if you are interested in being more involved in the initiative. She suggests the Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network, Ruby's Rainbow, Global Down Syndrome Foundation, and Letter Case. It was great to hear about resources from a trusted source, and you can view the links to these organizations below. Thank you so much for being on the show, Michelle! I loved hearing about your mission and passion. Enjoy the episode, everyone!We've got swag! Buy Old Towne Orange merchandise, mugs, hats, clothes and more!https://shop.iheartoldtowneorange.com/BECOME A PATRON!Do you love A Circle in a Square podcast? Then I would love for you to become a more involved participant in this little community I have created. I put together a plan on Patreon with a few levels of involvement (that all involve a super cute custom-made sticker)! Take a look at our Patreon to see how to get the inside scoop that we don't give anyone else.https://www.patreon.com/iheartFind Michelle's blog, Littlest Warrior + more!Website: https://www.littlestwarrior.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/littlestwarrior/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlest_warrior/Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meeshellsullivan/Michelle's Podcast, Advocate Like A Mother: https://www.advocatelikeamother.org/Apparel: https://www.littlestwarrior.com/collections/allChildren's Book: https://amzn.to/35eG3fzSee how Eli inspired an entire clothing brand in this YouTube video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLJG-U1cZAoMore Resources:DSDN: https://www.dsdiagnosisnetwork.org/Ruby's Rainbow: https://rubysrainbow.org/Global Down Syndrome Foundation: https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/Letter Case: https://www.lettercase.org/Follow US On Social Media!Website (Sign Up for our Newsletter): http://iheartoldtowneorange.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IHeartOldTowneOrange/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iheartoldtowneorange/Twitter: https://twitter.com/iheartotorangeThank you, everyone, Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/iheart)