It is so important that medical professionals choose their words carefully, as they have the power in their hands to shape a families future. Their reactions and attitude are literally what stands between a family choosing to end a pregnancy or take that journey. "I'm so sorry but we have detected that your baby … Continue reading Medical Professionals – Words Matter
Category: Down’s Syndrome
The Things down syndrome has brought to our lives, and the things it hasn’t.
When I first started to write this, the plan was to write about 10 positives that Down syndrome has bought to my life and 10 negatives. I wanted to be honest, show both sides of the story and not be quite so ‘everything is rosy’. But I really struggled to come up with 10 negative … Continue reading The Things down syndrome has brought to our lives, and the things it hasn’t.
The Reason I share River’s Journey with Down Syndrome
A couple of nights ago for the first time River's page on Facebook came under a bit of fire. It was following the wonderful Meryl Streep using her platform to stand up for the disabled community, and give them a voice. I was actually attacked by some Trump supporters, who told me I was … Continue reading The Reason I share River’s Journey with Down Syndrome
I am River 