Information for New ParentsLast Updated (Monday, 01 March 2010 15:01)
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Dear Parents: We understand the mixed emotions you may be feeling at this time. We would like to share our knowledge with you. We hope you will find it useful.
We realize that each situation is as unique as each child and family; however, we hope it will become apparent how precious our children are to us and how proud we are of them. We invite you to join the circle and get to know us! With our very best wishes for you and your baby...
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Finding Out
You will never forget the moment you find out your baby has Down syndrome.
- Our families say the moment remains crystal clear in their memories. They are able to relive it even twenty years later as though it happened yesterday;
- People react in many different ways. You may feel overwhelming sadness, you may feel too numb to react much at all;
- Do not assume your partner is experiencing this the same way as you;
- It is OK to react in whichever way you do;
- Your partner’s way of coping is OK too;
- You are not alone, other people have felt this way before you;
- In time most people adjust to the news. Their baby becomes a well-loved member of their families, just part of their everyday lives.
