One of these kids is a lot like another.

by tiffanybaker636

So what have we learned, in our ten years with Jack? Well if anything we have learned that he is more like the rest of the 10 year old boys out there than… Read More →

The future is UP

by tiffanybaker636

When Jack was new to us and we began exploring the world of the child with Down Syndrome, the future seemed a far off, distant place. We were worrying about feedings, about growth… Read More →

Eating Machine!

by tiffanybaker636

Jack has ALWAYS liked food. When he was born my midwife warned that he would never be the nurser that his big sister was… sure it took a bit of learning for him,… Read More →

A sporting chance.

by tiffanybaker636

Mister Jack is not much of a sports fan. Admittedly when his big sister was in T Ball he decided he’d like to have a go, so the next year we signed him… Read More →

Particular Pete… or rather Just So Jack!

by tiffanybaker636

As my boy grew up his tastes became rather defined.  He enjoys a certain spoon when he eats his cereal.  He likes a particular napkin over the other napkins.  ( The one he… Read More →

Feats of Strength and the Tyranny of Temper

by tiffanybaker636

When Jack was born he was, as they described him, “Low Tone”. His muscles were weak, his arms and legs looked like sticks, he was not able to cry very loudly. Generally he… Read More →

Visions of monsters.

by tiffanybaker636

Apparently my motto in life is “Better Living Through Denial”. It’s always served me well and has enabled me to be a pretty positive person. I usually see the good side in things,… Read More →

The Typical and Not So Typical Twos

by tiffanybaker636

Raising Jack was beginning to get a little more routine. He learned to do the things that the other kids did, learning to walk and talk for instance. We soon learned what “I… Read More →

Getting the help you need.

by tiffanybaker636

As a mother of a 3 year old and a new baby with Down Syndrome it was very easy to feel overwhelmed.  I needed help but didn’t realize just how much help there… Read More →

Learning to Suck

by tiffanybaker636

So Jack came home with us. All we had to do now was feed him. Easy, right? The boy wanted to eat, he tried to eat, he needed to eat… only he didn’t… Read More →