The Blessing of Down Syndrome

[conniebollibon]

This little boy is so precious, I had a down syndrome brother he passed away on Christmas Day 2019 at the age of 65 and I miss he so much, my mother told me it's a blessing to have a down syndrome baby, and my brother was the most loveable brother in the world and he was the most gorgeous baby when he was born and that is so true because he was a blessing from the Lord 💗

[irishcanuck]

My brother has Downs he is 64. He had heart surgery at 25 which increased his life span. He is more fit than I am. He now has early dementia, but still has his fun personality and loves his family. Always asking about the babies (his nieces and nephews).
He reads and writes (phonetically so his spelling can be off) and does basic math. He also knows how to use a calculator.
He loves Elvis Presley, his room is decked out in Elivis and all his records and CD.
He still misses mom and dad and often talks about them.
He is considered severely Downs. Back when he was a child we had to deal with the ignorance from the eugenics movement (there was no help). My mom and dad (and me) spent a lot of time teaching him to read and write (no schools available for him until he was older). I played school with him. We did a lot to help him walk as his bones and muscles strengthened. He became an excellent swimmer and saved my 3 yr. old when he jumped in the deep end of my mom's pool, quick thinking and reaction.
So no one should ever say they can't accomplish and do great things because they can!
Your son will get there just takes a little longer!

[livalittle]

What a fantastic family! The mom has such a wonderful attitude and is raising some really special children. Taonga is one handsome little man

[ailinos]

I love these documentaries. One of my favourite things is they use so much Maori with the kids, even those whom aren't Maori by ethnic background. Much love ♥️

[wangemily]

Mum is so positive. Simply enjoyed listening to her sharing her family stories ❤.

[avamyst]

Taonga, OMG what an adorable child! Those eyelashes and those bright eyes, that smile! So lovely.

[southernsoul]

There’s this inexplicable aura they all seem to posses. Love and gentleness unadulterated

[hiitsme]

As a Special Educator, I am honored to work with these children and am in awe of the loving wonderful parents who fight for and love them endlessly.
These children deserve a chance at life and to spread the unbeleievable amounts of love they have.

[elisaalexander]

How can you not, just completely fall in love with this family.

[kathyinwonderlandl.a.]

He is so adorable I just want to smother him in kisses 😚

[corrineingerson]

I taught children diagnosed with Autism and I thought the same thing they are perfect the way they are. Loving playful and fun to be with. It was a total joy teaching them.

[irnsam]

Absolutely love this video. Our son Jonty has Down’s syndrome he’s just 15 months old and he has touched some many people’s hearts. We couldn’t of asked for anything else. Jonty was our ivf miracle baby. Thank you for sharing your story.

[mumr]

My husband used to say...we are raising kids not grass...the house and yard came last...our 5 are all grown up now and wonderful!😍👵

[jacquicoder]

Taonga is a gift indeed, not to mention adorable! My first experience with Down Syndrome occurred when I was 19 and was asked to babysit several young children, one of whom had DS. I absolutely fell in love with him. Individuals with DS have such lovely personalities, are so sweet and loving, and I believe they have the ability to contribute greatly to society. They are to me is a treasure and a blessing from God.

[dinab]

My little sister have downs syndrome, and i love her! And she is super sweet and hugg all of my friends when they come over. I wold never change annything about her, she is my sister and i always gonna love her!♥️♥️🥺

[theodoredaniels]

I truly enjoyed this video. In all honesty - I have a 26 year old son who is non-verbal. He is dx'ed with severe autism, profound mental retardation, and Pandas (strep in the brain). I did every therapy known - and almost every biomedical therapy except for chelation....Not only is he non-verbal - but he doesn't understand receptively - *spoken words". He doesn't understand sign language - he does understand pictures - it took me approx 7 years to teach him true understanding of pictures. However, with the recent diagnosis of Pandas - he has been regressing. He should have had the diagnosis of Pandas when he was 2 - not 25 because there is no cure now. I watch him suffer day in and day out with pain and that is the hardest part - not understanding and not being able to communicate other than "behavior". With regard to your beautiful son, I think in time - the physical will catch up (it will take longer though). He will have so many successes with physical therapy (and you will celebrate each and every Taonga's level of comprehension is a m a z I n If you have your comprehension: of spoken words in his language and ability to think and reason - (his reasoning may be different - but we all have a different reasoning process) - He will attain his goals, dreams and more! After 26 years of 24/7 caregiving I've learned so much - and now I also am a caregiver to my mom who is 95 and has advanced dementia. Your son lit up my computer screen - he is very lucky to have you both as parents. I've seen many young adults graduate from college with a diagnosis of Down syndrome. Hold on - you are in store for the most wonderful ride of your life - your heart will explode over and over again! I can't wait to see his MANY FUTURE successes. GO

[kathyhall]

The entire family are all so funny and loving and all bring wonderful love and joyful feelings to each other and the people in their lives.

[elzbietakrzeminska]

What a beautiful family.Wish you best.

[brendaandrezeywski]

😍Look into his eyes, really look into those beautiful eyes....he KNOWS he's 'THE BOSS' of the family!! Bless those two big brothers!! They are so loving & sweet with him❤

[Dexy]

I know why he's so popular on Facebook... He is SUPER cute! That butt dancing stole my heart and his chatting with everyone/anyone melts my heart! 💙💙💙