Congratulations on the birth of your baby!
We know that, with the news that your baby has Down syndrome, you may have questions and experience a myriad of emotions. As you begin this journey, we want you to know that we are here to offer you our encouragement, experiences and support.
Our trained parent volunteers have a packet of information, including and the book "Babies With Down Syndrome: A New Parents Guide". They would love the opportunity to share these resources with you and help you find the answers to your questions and concerns.
Please feel free to contact Christy Klaus, our New Parent Support Coordinator, at (314)961-2504 or at christy@dsagsl.org. She would be happy to answer questions, send resources or connect you with a support volunteer.
A wonderful website with information for parents who have just received a prenatal or postnatal diagnosis www.brightertomorrows.org.
From the Mile High Down Syndrome Association (www.mhdsa.org) we share this article by Sarah Hartway, RN, MS on Parents Guide to Genetics of DS
Just call us at 314-961-2504, and we will connect you with one of our trained parent volunteers. We are looking forward to meeting you and your family.