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Please share a tip in the form of a haiku on raising a child with down syndrome.

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Ignore: Many children w down's syndrome have an upper jaw that's too small. Ask an orthodontist to evaluate.

Answered 4/22/2014

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: Occupational therapy can help a child with down's syndrome.

Answered 10/4/2017

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: Raising a child with Down syndrome can be a beautiful experience, because the child is full of love.

Answered 2/18/2015

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Ignore: Be very patient . ALWAYS think positively ! They can be stubborn.

Answered 7/18/2014

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Ignore: Make sure to follow up with specialists to help your child to be as much independent as possible.

Answered 3/22/2015

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Ignore: Harsh tones scare them off.They become more resistant. Stay calm. Be patient.

Answered 8/1/2014

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Dr. Sari Nabulsi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Ignore: Make sure to check blood count every year. Check for celiac disease at the age of one.

Answered 11/26/2014

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Ignore: You are not alone. Find others and share the opportunity and learn together.

Answered 2/26/2015

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Ignore: Treat you child like any other! They just go at their own pace. Look forward and be positive.

Answered 2/27/2015

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Flexibility.: Flexibility. Makes life way much easier. Embrace the journey!

Answered 8/22/2015

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Always: Always be positive.Children born with Down Syndrome-have much to offer!

Answered 8/22/2015

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Like: Like everyone else- kids with Down Syndrome plateaus, IF needs are not met!

Answered 9/13/2015

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Kids: Kids with Down Syndrome-are much much more than you thought.They can do it all!

Answered 9/13/2015

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You: You thought you've had it.Embrace the fun adventures. Life is so simple!

Answered 9/13/2015

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Promising: Promising futures.No limits, no boundaries. Show and guide them all.

Answered 9/13/2015

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Boredom,: Boredom, frustrations. Can lead to disengagement. Think out of the box!

Answered 9/14/2015

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Like: Like everyone else, kids with Down Syndrome plateaus- IF needs are not met!

Answered 10/31/2015

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Learn: Learn to learn from them. Treasure life's precious moments. Take different approach.

Answered 10/31/2015

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