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Let this be the place we allow the beauty of Down syndrome to shine on the world.   

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Preschool Dropouts
Nov 15

Nov 15 Preschool Dropouts

Rachael Prescott

I refuse to destroy their trust in me when it comes to honoring their voice.

A Word of Caution, A Call for Change
Nov 12

Nov 12 A Word of Caution, A Call for Change

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Down syndrome, Hospital, Parenting, Health

SSI was created in aim to help the disabled and elderly, yet in our personal experience, we have found this program to limit individuals and their families, stripping them of basic liberties and autonomy.

“High Maintenance”
Jan 1

Jan 1 “High Maintenance”

Rachael Prescott
Health, Parenting, Down syndrome, Hospital, Blog

There is often a stepping out into discomfort, in order to stand up for your child’s needs.

Vulnerable
Mar 27

Mar 27 Vulnerable

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Health, Hospital, Parenting

To extend empathy is not a courtesy, it is being human.

The Real Story
Dec 29

Dec 29 The Real Story

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Parenting, Down syndrome

I feel obligated, for the sake of truth and honesty, to address several of the claims being falsely made on our behalf.

One Year Since Hell
Sep 11

Sep 11 One Year Since Hell

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Down syndrome, Health, Hospital, Motivation, Parenting

Post trauma has surfaced in ways unanticipated…

The Dark Side
Jul 19

Jul 19 The Dark Side

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Down syndrome, Parenting, Health

So, for the individuals who are up in arms over my lack of “encapsulating the dark side of Down syndrome”, I here offer you just that.

Dismissing The Hate
May 22

May 22 Dismissing The Hate

Rachael Prescott
Down syndrome, Blog, Parenting

A friend mentioned reading a negative comment on one of our Instagram posts, but I hadn’t seen it until just a few days ago. Take a look for yourself if you’d like:

Mom Out of Order
Apr 7

Apr 7 Mom Out of Order

Rachael Prescott
Parenting, Blog

Although I knew it was silly, transitioning away from lactation was a challenge.

World Down Syndrome Day 2019
Mar 22

Mar 22 World Down Syndrome Day 2019

Rachael Prescott
Blog
One Year Down
Feb 3

Feb 3 One Year Down

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Parenting

I sat in awe of what we have endured, with gratitude and a tinge of anger.

My Tattoo Explanation
Dec 23

Dec 23 My Tattoo Explanation

Rachael Prescott
Motivation, Blog, Parenting

A new idea, a truth of worth, a proclamation etched into my skin.

A Mother’s Duty
Dec 11

Dec 11 A Mother’s Duty

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Health, Parenting, Motivation

I spent the better part of Sunday’s church sermon with tears streaming down my face.

Caring for Miss Lottie Post Surgery
Oct 21

Oct 21 Caring for Miss Lottie Post Surgery

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Health, Parenting

We came home with some baggage, emotional and mechanical.

When Lottie Got Sick
Sep 21

Sep 21 When Lottie Got Sick

Rachael Prescott
Hospital, Motivation, Blog, Parenting

Join the challenge. 

Parenting and Medical Needs
Sep 10

Sep 10 Parenting and Medical Needs

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Parenting, Hospital

Surgery tomorrow.

Feeding Our Twins
Aug 12

Aug 12 Feeding Our Twins

Rachael Prescott
Parenting, Blog

A trading post, to exchange self-reliance for gratitude.

Momming, Because I Can
Jul 28

Jul 28 Momming, Because I Can

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Parenting, Motivation
Relatives and the Art of Relating
Jul 19

Jul 19 Relatives and the Art of Relating

Rachael Prescott
Parenting, Blog

When family members don’t show up.

Do We Have Something In Common?
Jun 28

Jun 28 Do We Have Something In Common?

Rachael Prescott
Blog, Parenting

Blessed yet again, with a realization of how powerful, simple and instant love can be.

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