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10 Blogs for special needs parents
Connecting with other parents is a great way to feel less alone and more connected. And if you’re the parent of a child with special needs, the internet can be an amazing tool for finding other parents...
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Ricky Gervais under fire after Down syndrome tweet
Ricky Gervais is under fire for offensive tweets about Down syndrome. What did he write? Comedian Ricky Gervais is no stranger to controversy, but some are saying the star has gone too far this time....
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Ricky Gervais apologizes for Down syndrome tweets
Ricky Gervais has apologized for repeatedly using slurs against people with Down syndrome on his Twitter account. Ricky Gervais has seen the error of his ways and is now apologizing for using a slur...
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Mom story: My son with Down syndrome models
Amanda Langston has 6-year-old twin boys, Ian and Ryan. Ian is typical and Ryan has Down syndrome. The New Jersey mom says she never could have imagined that Ryan, who had open heart surgery at three...
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Wayne Brady's Down syndrome bit is a bad joke, parents say
Wayne Brady is quickly losing his reputation as the king of nice comedy, judging from a joke he made at Roseanne Barr's roast. His new personality is understandably upsetting some parents. Wayne Brady...
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Dad to Ann Coulter: Apologize!
What grows faster than a parent's instinct to protect his son? The social media buzz that follows when he demands an apology from controversial politico Ann Coulter for tweeting the 'R' word. Anne...
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Family takes on airline after alleged discrimination
Charging discrimination, the Vanderhorst family is pursuing legal action after American Airlines refused to allow their 16-year-old with Down syndrome onboard. The airlines claims the teen's behavior...
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October is Down syndrome Awareness Month!
October is Down syndrome Awareness Month, and here’s a homegrown written-by-mommies list of Down syndrome myths and facts. You might not find these in a textbook, but you will find real parents...
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How to make sure your child doesn't become Ann Coulter
As the special needs community reacts to Ann Coulter's repeated and intentional use of the "R" word, parents and organizations encourage taking this opportunity to educate children on compassion and...
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Don't let special needs diminish Halloween fun
This Halloween, it will be easy to huff and puff about a child who just shoved her fist into your candy bowl and walked away without a “thank you.” Instead, consider whether that child still might be...
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How to talk to your child’s peers about Down syndrome
Parents of children with Down syndrome share advice on the pros and cons of addressing disabilities with classmates in an ongoing effort to help their child live an inclusive life in a sometimes...
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Prenatal and diagnostic testing: What to know before you test
For first-time moms or women who have high-risk pregnancies, the idea of prenatal testing can be scary and overwhelming. Dr. Myra Wick of the Mayo Clinic shares some of the most important questions...
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NIH announces registry for individuals with Down syndrome
The Down syndrome community is celebrating the recent announcement that the National Institutes of Health has awarded a contract to PatientCrossroads to create and operate a registry for individuals...
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Online resources for children with special needs
Parents and therapists share their favorite online resources for finding the best tools and toys to help build skills in children with special needs, from sensory to feeding issues. They also share...
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Dolls with Down syndrome characteristics spur questions
For centuries, children have played with dolls that continue to take on more detailed, sophisticated appearances. But do “Down syndrome dolls” go too far? Spotlighting differencesDo we need Down...
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6 Exercises to help kids with Down syndrome learn to walk
Children with Down syndrome often have a much harder time learning to walk, primarily because of their characteristic low muscle tone. Here are six exercises one physical therapist recommends to help...
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People with disabilities encourage "people-first language"
Has political correctness run amok, or should we change the way we talk to better reflect respect for people with disabilities? These days, there is a big emphasis on "people-first language." Has...
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Study seeks experiences with prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome
Duke University has launched a study aimed at gathering parents’ experiences with prenatal testing and receiving a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome . The study is open to parents currently expecting...
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Today show stirs emotions with prenatal test for Down syndrome
The Today show recently featured an expecting couple who shared results after taking the controversial MaterniT21 PLUS prenatal test, which can detect genetic abnormalities at just 10 weeks of...
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Nonprofit film turns camera on teens with Down syndrome
Have you ever looked into the eyes of a teenager with Down syndrome, then listened to — and really understood — what it may feel like? To some, that idea alone is terrifying. But a new film helps break...
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