When a photographer in Ohio was asked to do the annual calendar for the Down Syndrome Association, little did she know the impact it would have on her. Mr. December was then 7-year-old Joey who ...
When Maryanne and Tommy Pilling fell in love, some people told them it wouldn’t last. But in July 1995, the devoted couple who had Down syndrome took the groundbreaking step of getting married. Despite all the haters ...
While the chances of giving birth to twins increased 72 percent between 1980 and 2018, it’s still pretty rare. About 33 out of every 1,000 births are twins. And what are the chances of identical ...
Most of us can relate to being on the receiving end of other people’s opinions and questions when it comes to having children. Today, society has this silent pressure that you should have a good ...
So often people with Down syndrome are told they won’t go far in life. It’s a common and horrible misconception. Jake Pratt, 21, was always told he wouldn’t accomplish any of his goals or contribute ...
I don’t know about you, but I for one am delighted to see the stigma surrounding people with Down syndrome left well and truly in the past. For countless decades, those living with the condition ...
Everyday, thousands of babies are born around the world with conditions that make them stand out in some way. Of course, all babies are beautiful, and none are any less deserved of love, care and ...
When you flip through a magazine or scroll through your phone and see an ad for a a fashion brand or skincare company, most of the models all look the same, right? The overwhelming majority ...
Organizing a birthday party for your child can be a stressful time as you plan for food, fun activities and party bags without knowing just how many will show up. It can be quite surprising ...
When we have children, the idea of seeing them disappointed or hurt in any way just doesn’t sit well. Of course, there are all manner of challenges out their in the world, and so as ...