Finding out you are pregnant leaves you with a whirlwind of emotions, for months you imagine what your baby will look like when it is born. You wonder if you are going to have a boy or maybe a girl, you think about what sort of parent you will be. Will you cope with the […]
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According to the World Health Organization, about one in 1,000 babies are born with Down syndrome in the world every year. [1] But Savannah Combs gave birth to twin daughters with Down syndrome, an insanely rare phenomenon. “It’s very rare what they have, but they’ve been my little gems,” she said. “For every 1,000 twin […]
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Despite the many campaigns against bullying, the problem still persists. However, one incident from 2015 became an inspiring anti-bullying story. In this case, there were no intervening parents or teachers; the kids themselves stood up for their classmates — and in the middle of a basketball game. As a cheerleader, Desiree Andrews stood by the […]
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To be married for 25 years is an amazing achievement, even when you have no obvious obstacles holding you back in your life. Kris Scharoun-DeForge and her now-late husband Paul were married in 1993. As a Down’s Syndrome marriage, the road was not always easy for both of them. Although so many people had doubts […]
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A new mother’s review of her baby went viral. Here is the story behind her short but extraordinary message of gratitude. Jessica Egan and her husband were thrilled when she was expecting. They had been trying to conceive for some time, even after a failed IVF. Jessica had joined an infertility support group and the […]
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We’ve seen a range of birth defects over the years, some less common than others. These can be physical or developmental and sometimes come with severe obstacles, such as a need for surgery or other intensive medical care. Amazingly, despite their challenges, most people born with these conditions have the most positive and uplifting outlook […]
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As a teenager, one of the most distressing experiences can be struggling to find a date for your school’s homecoming dance. For many, these dances represent a pivotal social milestone. For one boy born with special needs, the search for a date was particularly challenging. Faced with numerous rejections from girls in his grade, he […]
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Even in today’s modern world with state-of-the-art hospitals and advanced medicine, pregnancy and childbirth come with a certain amount of risk. For this reason, every time a baby is born healthy with no complications it is truly a miracle. Sometimes, however, things don’t go perfectly, and babies are born with health issues that the doctors […]
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Misinformation about our furry friends is surprisingly common, often leading to misunderstandings and potentially harmful practices. Let’s unravel the truth behind 19 prevalent dog myths, dispelling misconceptions about their behavior, health, and training. 1. Bad Breath Is Normal It’s a common misconception that bad dog breath is simply a fact of life. However, persistent bad […]
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Laura Hendricks took her 3 kids to the doctor because they all had colds. However, the doctor noticed something seemed off with her and suggested she be seen. Shortly after, she was diagnosed with Leukemia. She has recovered and is sharing her journey, and some tips, with others navigating a scary and painful journey like […]
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When parents are expecting, they patiently wait for nine months to finally get that first look at their baby. Sadly, sometimes babies are born with conditions that current medical technology can not pick up in ultrasounds. This is what happened when Natasha and her husband met their son Raedyn for the first time. Their precious […]
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Matt and Danielle Davis had not been married a year when Matt was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident. He hit an illegally parked car as he was merging onto an interstate. His injuries were numerous and severe including multiple broken bones, organ damage, and trauma to his brain. He was put on life support […]
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