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Discussion topics
Pregnancy diagnosis
Information and support for expectant parents of a child with Down syndrome.
Great resources for parents AND healthcare providers re prenatal diagnosis
- By Yukyuk · Posted October 18, 2008
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- If you haven't come across these resources yet, they are EXCELLENT and would be a great alternative for local DS groups (instead of creating their own--at great time and expense) http://www.canisterco.com ...
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New parents
Information and support for new parents of a child with Down syndrome.
What info/support is given?
- By eod94 · New reply October 2, 2008
- 1 reply
- What information/support does your organization provide to new parents ...
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Pre-school years
Ask questions, share tips and find support for raising a child through the pre-school years.
Fun ideas for learning
- By eod94 · New reply January 3, 2009
- 2 replies
- I would love to have some ideas on fun and creative ideas for preschool topics. My little one is 4 and does not like anything to do with a pencil or crayons. She will paint for 2 seconds and then is off ...
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Elementary school years
Ask questions, share tips, and find support for raising a child through the elementary school years. Discuss IEPs and being a partner in your child's educational program.
Middle school years
Ask questions, share tips, and find support for raising a child through the middle school years. Discuss IEPs and being a partner in your child's educational program.
High school and young adulthood
Ask questions, share tips, and find support for raising a child through high school and beyond. Discuss IEPs, being a partner in your child's educational program, and transitioning to life after high school.
Omega 3
- By sandyveg · New reply May 21, 2009
- 2 replies
- Anyone using Omega 3 oils? What is your experience ...
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Adulthood and aging
Discuss housing, work, and recreation options in adulthood. Share tips and ask questions about financial planning for your loved one.
Health issues
Discuss managing health issues such as gastrointestinal disorders, heart defects, hearing loss, and vision problems.
Omega 3 Benefits
- By Amymdmom · Posted September 15, 2008
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- Has anyone else tried giving their child fish oil? Have you noticed any differences or benefits ...
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Therapies
Ask questions and share information about speech, occupational and physical therapy.
Do all kids with Ds need orthotics?
- By Amymdmom · New reply January 3, 2009
- 2 replies
- Several PT's have recently said that all kids with Ds need some form of shoe orthosis because of low muscle tone, yet you always hear about parents who have no idea what orthotics are. What has your PT/Orthotics ...
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Family dynamics and sibling support
How do you balance the needs of all family members? Ask questions and share your experience and suggestions here.
Fundraising and advocacy
Share information about awareness, fundraising and advocacy events.
AIA in Washington
- By GENAMITCH · Posted January 24, 2009
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- Is anyone attending AIA? It will be great to get to see everyone to reconnect ...
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Local community services
Share information about local community services here, including your network/support group name if applicable.
down syndrome and autism
- By yakisoba · Posted August 1, 2009
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- my son is 5 and has DS he is showing some autistic behaviors as the special school say,for me seems that he is just boring there.. .what is the best way to find out if he also has autism?I live in florida ...
