Happy Mother's Day! Thank you to all the moms for believing in their children. Continue Reading
March 3, 2015
Different is not defective
Today is World Birth Defects Day, chosen for 3/3 representing the statistic that about 1-in-33 births will be born with a birth defect. Let's see how some are celebrating #WorldBDDay. Continue Reading
February 11, 2015
Leo, abandonment, & life with Down syndrome in some places
The story of baby Leo, his parents' divorce, and his father's fundraising has blown up on the internet. Here's something that may be getting lost in the shuffle. Continue Reading
January 26, 2015
Our story: 10 years after receiving the diagnosis
This past Saturday, we had an opportunity to see what a difference a decade makes from the day you receive the diagnosis that your child has Down syndrome. Continue Reading
January 7, 2015
Burden or caregiver?
A report on elderly parents of individuals with Down syndrome living longer lives offers a perspective for expectant parents to consider. Continue Reading
January 2, 2015
University of Alabama’s RISE program: Roll Tide!
College football is having its first true playoffs. Here's how one of the Final Four schools chose to showcase their university. Continue Reading
December 22, 2014
What beauty have we missed?
An exhibit in Brooklyn, New York features the work of an artist who was once called "profoundly retarded" but whose work is now considered "genius." Continue Reading
December 4, 2014
ABLE Act Passes House: more equality & independence for disabled
On December 3, 2014, a historic vote took place. It was eight years in the making. Continue Reading
November 25, 2014
Our story: these hands
The hands of people can tell you many things. The hands of those with Down syndrome are no different. Continue Reading
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