We believe that with the right information, support and encouragement, most children with Down syndrome can be out of nappies and toilet trained, in plenty of time to be in #pants4school !

Find out more about our toilet training programme: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/parents/toilet…

#DownSyndromeUK

We are hosting a PADS Pre-school Conference open to all parents of and professionals working with children with Down syndrome of preschool age, on Sunday 5th May. In-person and online.

Find out more: downsyndromeuk.my.site.com/community/s/su…

#DownSyndromeUK

At PADS we love to celebrate the progress of every baby. These beautiful cards designed especially for PADS are a wonderful way to record precious moments as time flies!

Buy here: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/product/pads-c…

Browse our online shop here: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/shop/

#DownSyndromeUK

We've partnered with Run for Charity to offer a whole range of fundraising events across the UK and beyond!

From 5ks to Marathons, bungee jumps and team inflatable challenges - we'd love for you to get involved and support the work we do!

Find out more: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/support-us/reg…

Our next free lunchtime webinar for healthcare professionals - Health Visitors - How PADS supports families.
Monday 29th April, 12 - 12.45 pm

We will look at the use of language and best practices to support parents of a baby or child with Down syndrome.

downsyndromeuk.my.site.com/community/s/ma…

There are many outdated perceptions and myths around Down syndrome, one being that ‘babies with Down syndrome can’t breastfeed’.

We share this guide to give parents the best chance possible to breastfeed successfully.

Find out more: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/health/feeding/

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 💚🧡💛
𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹, 𝟴𝗽𝗺 - 𝟵𝗽𝗺

Find out more: downsyndromeuk.my.site.com/community/s/su…

#DownSyndrome UK #PositiveAboutDownSyndrome #DownSyndrome #SALT #Communication #NewParents

More support is needed for family carers- Pls share important research!
Looking for family carers of young people (ages 16-25) with learning disabilities to share experiences of uncertainty and the impact this has on wellbeing.
Survey: nclpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7O…

Online Makaton signing for Grandparents, starting Tuesday 30th April, 7-8pm. Book here: downsyndromeuk.my.site.com/community/s/su…

View all our current events & training here: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/events-trainin…

#Makaton #PositiveAboutDownSyndrome #Charity #DownSyndrome #Trisomy21

𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝗯𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝘀𝘆𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗲

We are here to support you throughout your pregnancy and beyond, when baby arrives our care and support continues.

downsyndromeuk.co.uk/parents/expect…

See Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome's resources about breastfeeding here downsyndromeuk.co.uk/health/feeding/

We are hosting a PADS Pre-school Conference open to all parents of and professionals working with children with Down syndrome of preschool age, on Sunday 5th May. In-person and online. Find out more:
downsyndromeuk.my.site.com/community/s/su…

#DownSyndromeUK

We are delighted to provide resources and training to maternity units to ensure expectant and new parents have access to contemporary information about the reality of having a child with Down syndrome.

Find out more about how we work with maternity units: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/health/materni…

Down Syndrome UK (DSUK) is a national charity passionate about empowering parents and professionals to improve the lives of those with Down syndrome and their families in the UK.

We'd love to welcome you to our online community groups: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/about-dsuk/sup…

#DownSyndromeUK

𝐃𝐲𝐬𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐚 - 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥, 𝟖 - 𝟗𝐩𝐦

Find out more and sign up here: downsyndromeuk.my.site.com/community/s/su…

#DownSyndrome #Dysphagia #CharityTuesday

𝐓𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐫

We are delighted to have been invited by Twinkl Resources to deliver monthly webinars as part of their TeachMeet initiative.

Places are limited so book to avoid disappointment: twinkl.co.uk/events/teachme…

𝐁𝐞𝐝𝐰𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥, 𝟖𝐩𝐦 - 𝟗𝐩𝐦

Book here: downsyndromeuk.my.site.com/community/s/su…

#DownSyndrome #Charity

Did you know? 40% of people were told that their baby may not be able to breastfeed solely based on the baby having Down syndrome.

Discover more - bit.ly/4akhZZC

#DownSyndrome #Breastfeeding Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome

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