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Newborn Book Now Available
 

We are excited to share our recently-released book for the parents of newborns with Down syndrome, "Welcoming a Newborn with Down Syndrome" based on our nationally-recognized pregnancy book. The book is available for free online at downsyndromepregnancy.org and for purchase from Woodbine House, so check it out today and share the link with your friends and colleagues!
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Details about the Book

"Welcoming a Newborn" offers support and accurate, reliable information to the new parents of a baby with Down syndrome receiving a postnatal diagnosis. The book covers 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. The book also features vignettes from parents and beautiful images by noted photographers, Kelle Hampton, Matthew Day, and Conny Wenk.

The material was reviewed by an expert panel of advisors, including pediatricians, lactation specialists, genetic counselors, education professionals, parent support group leaders, and parents of children with Down syndrome.

You can help us continue offering these important resources for free digitally by making a tax-deductible toward our work. (Your donation will be made through the non-profit University of Kentucky Down Syndrome Pregnancy Gift Fund.) 
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Kristy Anderson, mom of a newborn with Down syndrome:

“This book is an invaluable resource for parents who are embarking on the journey of raising a child with Down syndrome. It was helpful for me to read a practical book that addressed the range of emotions, worries, and questions I had about my sweet baby. And, it’s written by experienced parents—the best experts of all!”
 
 
 

Sarah Cullen, Family Support Director at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC):

“’Welcoming a Newborn with Down Syndrome’ is an exceptional resource for families and will be included in every MDSC First Call welcome package! The pages are full of essential information, practical suggestions and key resources, woven together with compassion and support. This book will undoubtedly be the gold standard for families of newborns with Down syndrome.”
 
 
 

Campbell Brasington, MS, CGC, Genetic Counselor at Levine Children’s Hospital in Charlotte, NC

“This new parent guide is an incredible resource for new parents that gently guides them through the first days and weeks after their new baby’s diagnosis … As a genetic counselor, it is important to me to have accurate, balanced, and up-to-date resources to give to new families that also show parents the amazing potential of this new life. This new handbook fits that bill and then some.”
 
 
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Down Syndrome Pregnancy
downsyndromepregnancy.org
stephanie.meredith@uky.edu
Part of the National Center for Prenatal and Postnatal Resources at the University of Kentucky's Human Development Institute
 
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