Tell us a little bit about you and your family…
My name is Jennifer. Nora is 3 years old and the youngest of 3 girls! We live in the Chicago suburbs. We love to vacation as a family, go camping, go on walk and bike rides and have dance parties!!
What’s the one word you would pick to describe Nora?
Determined.
What do you want the world to know about Down syndrome? What has Nora taught you?
Down Syndrome is not scary. It’s not a life sentence of never being able to go do fun things as a family ever again, and it will not affect the other kids in your family in a negative way.
Down syndrome IS pure joy, and fun. It’s a whole community of “family” that will have your back when you need to advocate, are seeking advice or support, and celebrating big or small milestones.
What would you tell a parent who just received a diagnosis of Down syndrome?
Congratulations on your sweet and precious little one! You will come to know a joy you never imagined as you snuggle this baby who can and will do amazing things with your support and encouragement. Revel in ALL the milestones big or small!
What else should people know about Down syndrome?
Nora has made such a difference in our family and those who know her/us!! She makes friends wherever we go. She has taught us to look at the world around us through a different and better lens and oh what a beautiful view!! ❤️
How can people find you?
Jennifer Whiteside Wright – FB
Thank you, Jennifer, for sharing with us!
