My wife and I just found out that the baby we are expecting in November is definitely a girl and definitely has Down syndrome. Maybe we were a little shocked and disappointed, but mostly we were glad that all the other scary scenarios presented to us were no longer on the table. We had been so worried about a chromosomal abnormality that would have a higher chance of being fatal to the baby during pregnancy.
We immediately told our immediate families and a couple of our closest friends and have since then been reading the materials the hospital has given us on Down syndrome, including my favorite- a book called Gifts, that I find very uplifting. With every passing day, I become more excited about the arrival of our baby girl.
Gifts: Mothers Reflect on How Children with Down Syndrome Enrich Their Lives
Congratulations! A girl with Down syndrome is the biggest blessing you could ever imagine! You will not believe all the joy in store for you! And you have all of us to support you! We will be following, and enjoying her right along with you!
ReplyDeleteJust to know as we did not when our son was born 9 years ago, not only do children with Down syndrome have so much potential, you have a wonderful college program already in place for your daughter!
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Congrats again!
I love that the hospital gave you GIFTS. See CH 8 and hugs.
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