DID YOU KNOW?

Children with Down syndrome may receive Early Intervention Services. This refers to an array of specialized programs and related resources that are made available by health care professionals to the child with Down syndrome. These health care professionals may include special educators, speech therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, & physical therapists.

All is well here. Eric is due home sometime today. Finally, we can settle it as a family again. Aidan is very excited. He wants to make Daddy a cake when he gets home from school today. He also wants Daddy to take him on a city bus & take him for a ride in one of the "Army jeeps." Big plans! I am relieved that the 2 months are officially over now. I feel like I can finally exhale & relax. The past few months have been lonely, stressful & exhausting. I am excited for the kids to have their Daddy back & I am grateful to have my partner back.

Gotta run. Aidan will be getting off the school bus any minute!

Life is good..........

INTERESTING FACT

People with Down syndrome often have lowered general immunity compared to the general population. This means that they may be more susceptible to infections & common ailments, especially in early childhood.

Life is cazy here! I haven't really had the time to focus on my blog like I would like to. Eric will be home in 4 days. Once life is somewhat back to normal, I am hoping to spend more time blogging. I have lots to say!!

Off to take a Zumba class at the gym!

Don't forget...It's still National Down Syndrome Awareness Month!! :)

MOMMY'S SPREADING THE NEWS

Researchers are making great strides in identifying the genes on Chromosome 21 that cause the characteristics of Down syndrome. Many feel strongly that it will be possible to improve, correct or prevent many of the problems associated with Down syndrome in the future.

I only have a moment to write, but I wanted to make this entry. I was on Facebook this morning & I saw that one of my "friends" took the "How Retarded Are You?" Quiz. I was shocked to see that there was such a thing. This "friend" was only someone I went to school with, not someone I would truly call a "friend". I know it's all in fun, but come on. I find it very offensive. That comment offends so many people & it could possibly include my daughter! I know, I have become the Mommy with a cause, the one who won't shut up, the one who looks for the meaning in everything, the one who is always fighting, standing up for her children...so be it. I am proud of who I am & what I am fighting for. I intend to contact Facebook to try to get rid of that Quiz. Someone has to step up, right? It might as well be Emmie's Mommy! :)

Any thoughts on this? Gotta run. Emmie's crying & the therapist will be here any minute.

I AM CELEBRATING NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH!!

NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH

Quality educational programs, a stimulating home environment, good health care, and positive support from family, friends and the community enable people with Down syndrome to develop their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.

DID YOU KNOW?

All people with Down syndrome experience cognitive delays, but the effect is usually mild to moderate and is not indicative of the many strengths and talents that each individual possesses.

SPREADING AWARENESS...

People with Down syndrome attend school, work, participate in decisions that affect them, and contribute to society in many wonderful ways.

ANOTHER FACT

Life expectancy for people with Down syndrome has increased dramatically in recent decades---from 25 in 1983 to 60 today.

Celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month!! I am!! :)

Love you, Emmie Grace XOXOXOXOX