(Written by Evan)

When our son Beau (see cute pictures in banner) was born, Positive About Down Syndrome (PADS) sent us some lovely material, with stories from other parents celebrating and enjoying their kids, written with humour and evident joy. There can be a societal negativity about Down Syndrome, but Beau will always be positively loved.

PADS is a key initiative run by the charity Down Syndrome UK (DSUK). They provide support, information and resources to expectant, new and preschool parents of children with Down Syndrome.

They say it well on their website:

"We believe every expectant and new parent should receive the best possible care and support.

We believe the arrival of every baby with Down syndrome should be celebrated.

We believe every child with Down syndrome should be given every opportunity to flourish and thrive."

Read more here if interested: https://downsyndromeuk.co.uk/about-dsuk/pads/