Question 1

Do down syndrome babies grow at a smaller rate in womb?

Accepted Answer

They tend to grow at a pretty normal rate prior to birth. Deficiencies in linear growth will eventually occcur in the average ds kid as they grow older. However, some maintain a relatively normal rate of growth, dependingg on other factors affecting their health.

Question 2

Do babies with down syndrome have swallowing problems in the womb?

Accepted Answer

Ds infants can have any of the sporadic issues that affect non ds infants, like esophageal atresia, where the swallowing tube is not hooked up, or urinary tract defects, both of which can lead to poor amniotic fluid production.

Question 3

Baby inside womb with a down syndrome, does it move a lot?

Accepted Answer

The Down syndrome fetus has the same pattern of fetal movements as any normal fetus.

Question 4

Going on 28weeks pregnant  still not really feeling movement does this mean down syndrome ? baby with down syndrome does it move less in womb ?

Accepted Answer

Down syndrome fetuses usually kick just fine.  You should see a perinatologist for a targeted ultrasound, if your dates are correct.  perhaps you are not as far along as you thought?  Have you had obstetric care?  Lack of movement at 28 weeks suggests either lack for amniotic  fluid prohibiting fetal movement, or a neuromuscular or other condition preventing the fetus from kicking.

Question 5

Do all down syndrome babies have the simian crease?

Accepted Answer

Only 50-60 percent of children with Down syndrome actually have  simian creases.

Question 6

My babies neck tissue measurement was high and they say he could have down syndrome. can you explain this?

Accepted Answer

Babies with Down syndrome typically have short necks with extra tissue. Having this noted on ultrasound does not necessarily mean the baby has down syndrome, but other tests will be necessary to know this.

Question 7

Can extremely high sugar level in a male lead to (down syndrome) in his offspring. we are so scared of making babies.

Accepted Answer

Down's tends to be more related to age, that is, older mothers conceiving.  If you are nervous, consider genetic counselling

Question 8

What are signs of down syndrome in an infant?

Accepted Answer

Children with downs syndrome can be seriously ill at birth.  They may have heart disease, bowel obstruction, serious lung disease, blood sugar problems.  If these are not present, they may be healthy but hypotonic with trouble feeding.  Usually they have obvious features of their face and ears and hands that suggest the diagnosis.  Chromosome testing will confirm the diagnosis.

Question 9

What can i do to help babies /kids with down syndrome?

Accepted Answer

There are services such as early intervention to assist children under 3 years of age.  Special services are school responsibility after that.  There are Down syndrome support groups which can be very supportive.  Many medical centers have Down syndrome clinics to provide comprehensive care.  My grandson has down syndrome.  His parents find these services to be very helpful.

Question 10

Do babies cry in d womb?

Accepted Answer

To cry you need air passing over vocal cords. This is not possible until the baby is born and breathing.

Are down syndrome babies active in the womb

Do down syndrome babies grow at a smaller rate in womb?

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Do babies with down syndrome have swallowing problems in the womb?

Baby inside womb with a down syndrome, does it move a lot?

Going on 28weeks pregnant still not really feeling movement does this mean down syndrome ? baby with down syndrome does it move less in womb ?

Do all down syndrome babies have the simian crease?

My babies neck tissue measurement was high and they say he could have down syndrome. can you explain this?

Can extremely high sugar level in a male lead to (down syndrome) in his offspring. we are so scared of making babies.

What are signs of down syndrome in an infant?

What can i do to help babies /kids with down syndrome?

Do babies cry in d womb?

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