Down Syndrome

Chris Nikic Is Tackling 2 Marathons This Fall, Inspiring the Down Syndrome Community and Beyond
Fitness
Oct 9, 2021

Chris Nikic Is Tackling 2 Marathons This Fall, Inspiring the Down Syndrome Community and Beyond

You might know Chris Nikic as the first person with Down syndrome to finish an Ironman, which he accomplished last November; or the Jimmy V Award recipient at the 2021 ESPYs; or, and most recently, the co-author of 1% Better: Reaching My Full Potential and How You Can Too.

Amy Bockerstette Is the First Athlete With Down Syndrome to Compete at a National College Championship
Fitness
May 13, 2021

Amy Bockerstette Is the First Athlete With Down Syndrome to Compete at a National College Championship

Golfer Amy Bockerstette's nickname is "Amazing Amy," and for good reason.

Barriers Broken: Chris Nikic Is the First Person With Down Syndrome to Finish an Ironman
Fitness
Nov 9, 2020

Barriers Broken: Chris Nikic Is the First Person With Down Syndrome to Finish an Ironman

On Nov. 7, 21-year-old Chris Nikic became the first person with Down syndrome to attempt and finish an Ironman, swimming 2.4 miles, biking 112 miles, and completing a full marathon in 16 hours, 46 minutes, and nine seconds.

This Family’s Experience of Adopting Kids With Disabilities and of Different Races Is Truly Beautiful
Family
Jul 29, 2020

This Family’s Experience of Adopting Kids With Disabilities and of Different Races Is Truly Beautiful

When Heather Avis, a mom and author of The Lucky Few, realized she couldn't get pregnant, she and her husband, Josh, relied on their faith to get them through the hard days.

A Mom Staged a Gorgeous Graduation Shoot For Her 6-Year-Old Daughter, and Her Smile Says It All!
Family
May 26, 2020

A Mom Staged a Gorgeous Graduation Shoot For Her 6-Year-Old Daughter, and Her Smile Says It All!

Stephanie Mullowney, a photographer and mom to a 6-year-old daughter, Hannah Grace, has always been an advocate for children with special needs.

What I've Learned From My Selena-Obsessed Aunt With Down Syndrome During Isolation
Latina
May 1, 2020

What I've Learned From My Selena-Obsessed Aunt With Down Syndrome During Isolation

"Kimbely, mira, mira, mira," Lili yelled as she shoved the smartphone my abuela got her in my face to show me the same video of Selena performing "Como La Flor" live from the Astrodome for the 50th time that day.

18 Things Special Education Teachers Want Parents to Know
Family
Apr 30, 2020

18 Things Special Education Teachers Want Parents to Know

Having a child with special needs often leaves parents with oodles of questions when it comes to their education.

Grey's Anatomy's Caterina Scorsone Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day With Her Toddler
Family
Mar 22, 2020

Grey's Anatomy's Caterina Scorsone Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day With Her Toddler

Grey's Anatomy's Caterina Scorsone celebrated World Down Syndrome Day in a special way with her 3-year-old daughter, Paloma "Pippa" Michaela.

Prepare to Melt Watching a Boy Sing "10,000 Hours" to His Baby Brother With Down Syndrome
Family
Jan 9, 2020

Prepare to Melt Watching a Boy Sing "10,000 Hours" to His Baby Brother With Down Syndrome

Nicole Powell, a mom from Cabot, Arkansas, recently walked into a sweet moment her son Rayce was sharing with his little brother, Tripp.

2 Moms on Adopting Their Sons With Special Needs: "We Only Wanted a Child With Down Syndrome"
Family
Dec 16, 2019

2 Moms on Adopting Their Sons With Special Needs: "We Only Wanted a Child With Down Syndrome"

For Holly Graham and her wife, Alex, adopting a child with Down syndrome was something that always simmered in the back of their minds.

My Kid With a Disability Deserves to Be in the Same Classroom as Your Kid, Because His Future Depends on It
Family
Dec 5, 2019

My Kid With a Disability Deserves to Be in the Same Classroom as Your Kid, Because His Future Depends on It

As I walked through the lobby of my doctor's office in a dreamlike state, my mind was hyperaware of the unfolding events, but everything around me was blurry.

This "Down With Disney" Photo Series Aims to Create Down Syndrome Awareness in the Cutest Way
Family
Nov 23, 2019

This "Down With Disney" Photo Series Aims to Create Down Syndrome Awareness in the Cutest Way

Nicole Perkins, a self-taught baby and special-needs photographer from the UK, is seeking to raise Down syndrome awareness through her photography.

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