Today is World Autism Awareness Day. Autism is yet another condition that shows individuals with Down syndrome are individuals first. Continue Reading
April 1, 2014
Breaking news: prenatal testing for Down syndrome done right from now on
Prenatal testing for Down syndrome will be done right going forward from today. Continue Reading
March 21, 2014
World Down Syndrome Day: Such Good News To Share
Today is World Down Syndrome Day. I have an op-ed in our local paper; a webinar at noon on prenatal testing; a new organization supporting moms launches; and your support is needed! Continue Reading
March 17, 2014
You are not alone: people are working to make a better life for individuals with Down syndrome
This past weekend, I had the unexpected honor of receiving an award for my service as Down Syndrome of Louisville's past president. I share these remarks for a couple of reasons. Continue Reading
February 3, 2014
Share your story about your prenatal experience
In today's news collection: researchers are seeking mothers to share their prenatal experience; a mom wishes she had had the wisdom gained after having her child with Down syndrome when she first viewed her on ultrasound; and, a mom sets up a support group for parents whose only child has Down syndrome. Continue Reading
November 12, 2013
Happy Anniversary for Down Syndrome Prenatal Testing
This blog was launched on November 12, 2012. Here's why I launched the blog, the most viewed post from the past year, a post needing some more views, and a request if you've found this blog useful over the past year. Continue Reading
October 29, 2013
News coverage on the Kentucky Down Syndrome Information Act
In 2013, as part of October being National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, WHAS-11, the local ABC affiliate, hosted my daughter and me for a segment on the Kentucky Down Syndrome Information Act. Continue Reading
October 28, 2013
Bound by love
October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Here's something new parents likely can't be aware of when they first get the diagnosis that their child has Down syndrome. Continue Reading
October 6, 2013
Hollywood comes to a Down syndrome Walk
October is National Down Syndrome Month and each year group's around the country hold their charitable walks to raise awareness. Here's how Hollywood came to Down Syndrome of Louisville's Walk. Continue Reading
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