Tuesday top tips – welcoming a new baby in the family
Practical guidance for helping a child with Down syndrome adjust to a new sibling, with real parent experiences and gentle strategies to support connection and confidence.
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Helping Your Child Get Used to Glasses or Hearing Bands – Real Parent Tips
Practical tips from parents to help children with Down syndrome adjust to wearing glasses or hearing bands. Real experiences, gentle strategies, and everyday routines to build confidence.
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Dear stranger
A heartfelt letter from a young boy with Down syndrome (and his mum) to those meeting him for the first time. A gentle challenge to break down fear, ask kind questions, and discover the joy of connection.
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Supporting Your Child with Down Syndrome to Enjoy After-School and Hobby Clubs: Real Parent Tips
Discover parent-led tips for finding inclusive after-school and hobby clubs for children with Down syndrome. Real experiences, practical advice, and ideas to help children thrive.
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Dear future sisters
A heartfelt letter from a newborn girl with Down syndrome to her future adopted sisters. A powerful story of IVF, adoption, love and the unbreakable bond that will make them an extraordinary team.
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Spotting infantile spasms: Parents share their lived experiences
Practical tips from parents to help children with Down syndrome adjust to wearing glasses or hearing bands. Real experiences, gentle strategies, and everyday routines to build confidence.
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Encouraging and Supporting Age Appropriateness: Real-parent tips
Discover parent-led advice and practical strategies to support age-appropriate activities for children with Down syndrome. Celebrate individuality while encouraging independence, play and confidence.
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Sharing the News: Real-parent tips
Sharing the news that your baby has Down syndrome can feel overwhelming. Discover real parents’ experiences, gentle advice, and reassurance that you’re not alone.
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Toothbrushing tips for children with Down syndrome: real-parent tips
Discover practical toothbrushing tips for children with Down syndrome. Parents share creative strategies – from songs and games to tools and routines – to make brushing easier and more fun.
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Helping your child with Down syndrome settle at night: Real parent tips
Discover real-life strategies from parents to support bedtime routines for children with Down syndrome, including sensory calming, routines, rewards, and self-soothing.
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