Overcoming Bias
After two hours of waiting in an Emergency Room and watching others getting help before him, Johnny began to get frustrated. “How come they are getting to cut in line?”...
Down Syndrome
2017 Cover Winner: Amelia Grace Vitacco
Amelia Grace Vitacco This issue’s cover features 6-year-old Amelia Grace Vitacco. Amelia has been diagnosed with Down’s syndrome and she loves to dance, play with her dolls and have tea...
Dad’s Emotional Video Defending Down Syndrome
Dad’s Emotional Video Defending Down Syndrome Sparks Overwhelming Support [Source: ABC News.com] A Canadian father is receiving support around the globe after posting a video of himself defending children with...
Sharing “I CAN!” Attitudes: Trey
My son, Trey, is 15 and has Down Syndrome. He takes karate and has recently moved into the adult class and is doing well. He’s had some major health issues...
Relationship Rescue: My Daughter is Talking About Marriage
My daughter is a 19 year old with Down syndrome (DS. She has been dating a 21 year old man with DS. Any advice about dating and marriage?
2016 The Cutest Elf on the Shelf!
Merry Christmas from Soren, the cutest “elf on the shelf”! Three years ago, we decided to make our 11 month-old son, S.J., our “Elf on the Shelf” in the hopes...
Q&A Ask Special Parents: Teaching Children with Down Syndrome How to Blow Their Nose
I have a daughter who is 14 and has Down Syndrome. I cannot teach her how to blow her nose and its driving me crazy; any advice would be great...
Katie Meade is Fearless, Inspiring and Setting Records
Katie Meade just broke a new record and, no, we aren’t talking about her wins in gymnastics or basketball. Katie just landed the position as a spokesmodel for the new...
Lauren Potter Stars in a Film About Intimacy and Down Syndrome
“Guest Room,” a Film About Intimacy and Down Syndrome “Guest Room” starring Lauren Potter from hit T.V. Glee, is an award winning, short film about being romantic while in a...
2016 Cover Winner: Lucas James Johnstone
Lucas James Johnstone Lucas James Johnstone (left, 13) was born with Down syndrome. Lucas loves all sports especially hockey, wrestling, swimming and body boarding and skiing. He just started skiing...