Today is World Down Syndrome Day, a day where individuals with Down Syndrome are recognised and celebrated. Today's date represents the 3 copies of the 21st chromosome that all people with Down Syndrome have. I myself have so much to celebrate in Chloe. She has added so much dimension and colour and happiness to our lives which I did not expect when I was told of her diagnosis. I have been in awe … [Read more...]
Four things you might not want to say to a parent of a child with Down syndrome
I don't write much about Down syndrome these days because, from an emotional perspective, it has become such a small part of my life. Writing about Down syndrome in my blog helped me come to terms with Chloe's diagnosis and I can say, for the most part, I am OK with it now and I look back on that time with very different eyes. These days, I don't feel the need to share our day to day … [Read more...]
Our bubble
We are now nearly three and a half years into our journey with Chloe in the world of Down syndrome and special needs. As time has gone on, our family life is completely normal. Chloe's annual pediatric and specialist checkups and weekly early intervention are all just part of our routine. We are in our safe and happy bubble where life is easy and happy and everything works. Progress is being … [Read more...]
The Road to Acceptance
It was exactly a year ago today that I received that phone call. The one where I was told that my unborn baby had Down syndrome. In that moment, my life changed and I completely fell apart. But over the last 12 months, I have managed to put myself back together and I believe that I am now a better, stronger and happier version of my former self. Sometimes it takes life … [Read more...]
Happiness is…
Today, I took Chloe to the Opthamologist to see if her eyes have any of the problems that can be associated with Down syndrome. This was just a routine check. I had no concerns so wasn't worried about this appointment. I was however, a bit stressed as we walked down the street to the clinic. It took ages to find a parking spot and when I did, it was miles away. I also made a … [Read more...]