Details about the Book

The newborn book published last year was specifically written for new parents during the first months after the birth of their baby with Down syndrome and includes topics like breastfeeding, adjusting to a diagnosis, preparing siblings, understanding medical issues, preparing for the future, and, most importantly, it shares diverse stories about the daily lives of families whose children have Down syndrome at different ages.

The Spanish version of "Welcoming a Newborn with Down Syndrome" is available in print and also free online through the National Center for Prenatal and Postnatal Resources at the University of Kentucky. This book was also reviewed by top professionals in the medical, education, and Down syndrome communities and includes beautiful photography.

Este libro ofrece apoyo e información precisa y fiable a los nuevos padres de un bebé con síndrome de Down. El libro abarca temas como la lactancia materna, ajustándose a un diagnóstico, preparación de los hermanos, la comprensión de los problemas médicos, la preparación para el futuro, y lo más importante, que comparte diversas historias sobre las familias cuyos hijos tienen síndrome de Down en las diferentes edades.

Se puede pedir una copia impresa y también descargarla gratuitamente. Este libro ha sido evaluado por los mejores profesionales de las comunidades médicas, educativas, y organizaciones de síndrome de Down e incluye fotografías hermosas.

Down Syndrome Pregnancy Resources

The Spanish version of the new parent book is the latest title from Down Syndrome Pregnancy which also includes topical articles for new and expectant parents, "Diagnosis to Delivering: A Pregnant Mother's Guide to Down Syndrome" in English and Spanish, "Your Loved One Is Having a Baby with Down Syndrome" (with a Spanish chapter), "Coping with Loss: Down Syndrome," and "Welcoming a Newborn with Down Syndrome: A New Parent's Guide to the First Month" in English and Spanish.