UK charity. Empowering people who have Down syndrome and their families, health & maternity professionals and educational settings.
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Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
It is #MaternalMentalHealthAwarenessWeek & #worldmaternalmentalhealthday .
Theme is #strongertogether, so we @PMHPUK want to highlight organisations who support families
Here is a video from @PositiveaboutDS
#maternalmhmatters
#maternalmentalhealth
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Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
Awareness leads to Inclusion. Inclusion leads to acceptance. Acceptance leads to the kind of world I want my children to grow up in.
This is your Monday reminder that you’ll never regret playing a part in building an inclusive society. @Wouldntchangea1 @PositiveaboutDS
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
More support is needed for family carers- Pls share important research!
Looking for family carers of young people (ages 16-25) with learning disabilities to share experiences of uncertainty and the impact this has on wellbeing.
Survey: nclpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jf…
Looking for family carers of young people (ages 16-25) with learning disabilities to complete a survey about experiences of uncertainty & carer wellbeing. Important research as more support is needed for family carers!! Pls Share! Thank you! Survey link: nclpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jf…
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
Did you know? 40% of people were told that their baby may not be able to breastfeed solely based on the baby having Down syndrome.
Discover more - bit.ly/4akhZZC
#DownSyndrome #Breastfeeding @PositiveaboutDS
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
In this article Holli Sheahan from charity Down Syndrome UK shares resources and information for midwives and health professionals to be 'positive about Down syndrome.
Check out Holli’s blog here: maternityandmidwifery.co.uk/…
@PositiveaboutDS
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
🧡💚🧡Happy #worlddownsyndromeday 🧡💚🧡
We celebrate with @PositiveaboutDS's fantastic graphics.
We are delighted to advise that @PositiveaboutDS offer free informal monthly lunchtime webinars to support healthcare professionals.
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
In her latest article for boobingit.com Sarah Ojar from @PositiveaboutDS explains why the theme of ‘End The Stereotypes’ has so much significance when we talk about breastfeeding and babies with Down Syndrome.
bit.ly/4akhZZC
#WorldDownSyndromeDay
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
🏊 Laura Logan and Cerys McCrindle teach swimming lessons to children in Ayrshire & are hoping to inspire those across the country with Down's syndrome that anything is possible.
#WorldDownSyndromeDay
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
Proud of my lovely and determined daughter @PositiveaboutDS #positiveaboutdownsyndrome #downsyndrome #WDSD24
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
October is #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth and today's myth buster from the @PositiveaboutDS team is a reminder that none of us know what the future will bring for our children other than they will all need our love and support.
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
Everyone welcome! Parents, professionals, friends and family...
Who doesn't love a celebratory evening to support a wonderful charity?
Dance shoes at the ready!
@PositiveaboutDS
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
Here we are once again celebrating our little bundle of chaos as well as his beautiful friends 💙
I will be forever grateful for the sunshine and happiness Max radiates, to everyone, everyday. 🌞
@PositiveaboutDS
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
October is 'Down Syndrome Awareness Month'!
At DSUK / @PositiveaboutDS they are working hard to celebrate diversity, promote inclusion and challenge the narrative...
Resources you can use and share can be found on the website... downsyndromeuk.co.uk/share-o…
#DownSyndromeAwareness
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
Breastfeeding a baby with Down syndrome - a guide by Sarah Ojar from @PositiveaboutDS
bit.ly/48hNJ1n
#DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
October is #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
The fabulous team at @PositiveaboutDS have created a range of excellent resources to help spread the word. There’s even an opportunity to “Dress up for Down Syndrome”!
Have a look here: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/support…
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
October is #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth.
To help spread the message & enlighten people @PositiveaboutDS have created a great range of resources including some for schools. You can find them here: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/support…
Let’s spread some love and understanding! #DownSyndrome
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This is my daughter Florence who never fails to make people smile 😊 @PositiveaboutDS #downsyndrome #DownSyndromeAwareness
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
In 2021 talented actor Tommy Jessop was in Line of Duty. Now he’s written a documentary screenplay.He wants “Tommy Jessop Goes To Hollywood” - to be “a superhero film made in Hollywood." @tommyjessop @BlueApplePlays @APPGDS See: bbc.co.uk/news/disability-66…
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
On our way to Manchester for some more publicity! #TommyJessopGoesToHollywood #BBCBreakfast @jonkay01 @sallynugent #5live @TVNaga01 @willjessop
Down Syndrome UK | Positive About Down Syndrome retweeted
This week is Learning Disability Week #LDWeek
I Am You Are by @ashharriswhaley illustrated by Ananya Rao-Middleton is a practical book enabling adults to explain what disability is and why it should be celebrated. Positive in tone & including examples such as #DownSyndrome
ALT Book cover of I Am You Are a nonfiction book for children about disability featuring a range of children with different disabilities.
