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How Problem-Solving Is An Indicator Of Intelligence For Children With Down Syndrome

While I was studying for the Pediatric Board exam only one question I studied remains with me; If language development is delayed or hindered due to other motor delays such as apraxia, then problem-solving is the best indicator of intelligence. I have clung to that statement because I know that Noah’s language will be delayed; [Read More…]…

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Choosing The Best Bottle For A Baby With Down Syndrome, And 3 Recommendations.

Q: What’s The Best Bottle For a Baby With Down Syndrome? A: The one that works! (read on) Since Noah was born I have become quite the expert on baby bottles. In fact, I have no shame in admitting that I know way more than a man should know bottles. 🙂 Lost in a sea of baby [Read More…]…

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Our Son’s Not A Fan Of Dolphins (But Makes One Cute Boat Captain)

We’re having a great time in the Florida Keys on vacation this week. We found out two fun facts about Noah this week: 1. He is a huge fan of boats. 2. He is not a huge fan (or even a little fan) of dolphins. 🙂

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Why Parenting Is The Best Paying Job In The World

I love watching out little boy grow and develop. I have so much fun hanging out with him, and I could seriously spend all day watching (and trying to capture) all of his adorable expressions. It melts my heart how the only thing this little 17 month old boy wants is his mommy and daddy. [Read More…]…

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Cooking with Kitty: A YouTube Chef with a Dual Diagnosis

I love seeing people with Down syndrome (and Autism) doing awesome things. As a technology nerd … [Read More...]

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46 Companies That Hire People With Special Needs

Before I became the dad of a child with Down syndrome I didn't pay much attention to companies that … [Read More...]

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4 Activities to Help Your Child Stand On Their Own

http://youtu.be/39iC8Wu1d8I We're proud to announce that Noah reached another major milestone … [Read More...]

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Signing Update: Noah’s First Sign Language Sentence!

We're a huge fan of teaching Noah baby sign language to help him communicate with us. We have been … [Read More...]

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How a Chick-Fil-A Employee Changed My Idea of “Meaningful” Work

Last week I was eating lunch at a local Chick-Fil-A when I noticed a young women with Down syndrome working at this particular location. (As a parent … [Read More...]

A (New) Letter To Our Son’s Teachers On His First Day Of School

It's hard to believe it's been almost three years since Noah first started to school (and we wrote our first letter to his teachers)...time really … [Read More...]

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