Birth stories are unlike any others. They are a touchstone for many women, for many families. I have seen it over and over, women bonding over their stories of pain and fear and finally joy. I can't think of a greater leveler than birth. Sometimes the story is happy, sometimes it is not. Sometimes it just ends a bit differently than you expected.
I have a little baby with Down syndrome (and a twin that does not). In the time since their birth, I have found that there are elements in our story that are very similar to so many others. I have read quite a few since then and there have been some, that for one reason or another, have really resonated with me. Today, instead of me just telling you any old thing, I am going to do something a little different. I am going to share stories of other parents and other babies with Down Syndrome. Grab a cuppa and a snack and perhaps a handkerchief. Today is about Birth Stories... with a little extra.
Just in case you are new to this blog, here is our story:
One more little thing before I head for my bed: our story has been shared at Maternity.com. I was interviewed last month and the story published on Thursday. You can read it here. Thanks to Jennifer Allen for the opportunity.
Enjoy your Saturday; I hope you enjoyed Story Time.
I have a little baby with Down syndrome (and a twin that does not). In the time since their birth, I have found that there are elements in our story that are very similar to so many others. I have read quite a few since then and there have been some, that for one reason or another, have really resonated with me. Today, instead of me just telling you any old thing, I am going to do something a little different. I am going to share stories of other parents and other babies with Down Syndrome. Grab a cuppa and a snack and perhaps a handkerchief. Today is about Birth Stories... with a little extra.
Each of these links is a story of anguish and of love. Initially there is sorrow, but out of that has grown great joy. Just like us. I hope you like these stories as much as I have.
Just in case you are new to this blog, here is our story:
It Only Hurts When I Breathe (Wyatt's Diagnosis)
The Waiting Game (Visiting the Specialists)
The Best Laid Plans (Wyatt and Zoe's Birth Story)
Checking In (in the NICU)
One more little thing before I head for my bed: our story has been shared at Maternity.com. I was interviewed last month and the story published on Thursday. You can read it here. Thanks to Jennifer Allen for the opportunity.
Enjoy your Saturday; I hope you enjoyed Story Time.
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| Good night, little one. |
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