[This post is a part of the “New Parent Guide To Down Syndrome” blog series. Be sure to check out the other posts!] If you ended up on this page because you were searching for down syndrome causes or what causes Down syndrome, let me give you a quick spoiler alert: It isn’t your fault that [Read More…]…

If you’re a new parent of a child diagnosed with Down syndrome (including prenatally) you probably have a lot of questions. Before we get to those, let me first offer you a huge congratulations! I hope you’ve taken time to rejoice in your new addition. If you are anything like I was when our son was born you are probably going [Read More…]…

The Bumbo Seat has been a great developmental resource to help our son (who was born with Down syndrome) learn to sit up on his own. The bumbo seat is a double win! Noah’s occupational and physical therapist both suggested we try out the bumbo seat since not only does it help him learn to sit, it also helps him develop the core strength needed to sit independently. [Read More…]…