i participated in this pseciaL oLympics heLd at schooL once where we watch over some of them and I was amazed at how great and bright and amazing they couLd be. They're not actuaLLy different than the ones without down syndrome. they're just amazing!!!
My cousin has Down Syndrome but he's very high functioning, he even took some college courses at a 2 yr school and plays piano like a pro. Down Syndrome children range from avg intelligence to severe mental retardation.
ok down sydrome isssss really saddd): but! there not differnt from us (: i am compelety NOT aganst down sydrome (: because i have friends with it(: and therre awesome (:
honestly (and i'm not just saying this, cause i've seen some pretty adorable babies before), grace is probably the most beautiful baby i've ever seen. really. she's absolutely enchanting.
thank you so much for sharing your video ..i have a 16 year old brother and he has Down syndrome..I dont mind it.. i love him so much..he is our joy in the family he eventhough he cant speak well .i understand his situation..there are times i lost my patience but i just put into my mind that they are really special..TO MY BROTHER ALDRIN I LOVE YOU SO MUCH..
Perhaps people with down's syndrome are given a different set of 'tools' when they come down from heaven...where they may lack intellectually in some areas, they excell intellectually in others. Compassion and love would be those areas they excell in, something sometimes lacking in this world. I truly believe these folks are angels from heaven, and blessed are those who share their lives.
I like to think of it as "Up" Syndrome. There's nothing to feel "down" about DS. I have a cousin who has DS and I love her to pieces. She has taught me so much and gave me a lot of courage. I don't know what I would do without her. :)
I wouldn't have cried if my dr. said my child had downs. When I was pregnant with my youngest daughter, my ob wanted me to have an abortion because my baby could have downs. I refused and my daughter was born and didn't have downs. No matter, I would have loved her nonetheless
God knew you and your wife were the best parents for Gracie which is why he blessed you with her. He only sends his precious gifts to the parents he finds most loving, and patient. Gracie is lucky to have you, as you are her. I would love to be able to have a child at all, what a great gift you have. :o) God bless you and your loving wonderful family :o)
i remember when they told us, i remember my tears hitting the floor at the same times as my knees, as i tried to tell my wife that everythings was going to be okay at the same time as i felt so overwhelmingly powerless and small,.seven years of grief and fear of the unknown, and then one day it came to me, like a warm hug, my dreams didnt die that day , they changed, life shapes our dreams, every child brings change to our lives, some more than others.
Appletinihamshire: I have read many articles or blogs on families that have a Down Syndrome child and every one of them say that in the begining it is hard they cry they wonder why this has happened. I have a niece that has Down Syndrome and my sister did the same thing. She was so ashamed that she felt that way the day that she was born. But my niece is loved more than any child that I know. She totally rocks that extra chromosome!!!
they should be happy! i understand the initial shock, but (though i guess i have no right to say this, after all i'm not a parent!) i think they shouldn't feel that all her dreams were "taken away" the moment Down syndrome was uttered. i mean, she is a beautiful person with loads of potential! things could have been SO much worse, at least she's alive and gorgeous and i hope they can see that more than this movie suggested. anyway, congrats to them! they will have a happy life with grace...
@appletinihamshire - you are rght, although you have no right to judge these people, you may say that now.. but you don't know, you honestly don't know until it happens to you. It doesnt mean they don't love their child, it's a perfectly normal reaction to news like that, they know they are blessed, and thats why they made this video, because some parents out there that would want nothing to do with a child with downs, and that I do not agree with at all.
@Pam4Rob yeah, you're right. i was too quick to judge them. i'm sure emotions were running really high at first and i know that must have been tough for them. maybe someday if i give birth to a child with DS or any other disorder, i would be very upset as well until i was able to accept it. i never said, though, that i thought they didn't love their child. i can see that they do, i was just saying the language struck me a bit. thanks for the comment, i can see why mine may have been taken darkly
@appletinihamshire - wow I can honestly say I am shocked by your response, normally a person would get offended by what I said and get really defensive..lol thank you for being respectful, you don't see that much on youtube, for crying out loud I have a video of my 1 year old baby neice eating a cupcake, and you should see what this dude wrote, it was so cruel.
@Pam4Rob yeah no problem, people sure do talk more boldly when they've got a computer screen before their faces. just don't worry about it, try not to let it get to you. sometimes it makes me really angry too, but if someone's going to jump on you like that and say ignorant mean things they're probably not worth the worry. :D
Grace is so beautiful! You, your family & Grace are all so blessed to have each other. I am also a proud parent of child with Down syndrome. We love our Arianna so much, I am so honored to be chosen to be her mom. Have faith, and make sure to set no limitations for Grace.
@AMANDA82905 AWESOME COMMENT! dang, i always find someone else's comment after i write my own that is way more well-worded. not that i understand, but if the doctor told me they had bad news and then said my baby had Downs, i would breathe a sigh of relief because things could be worse. yes they are blessed, all children are a gift from God!
Grace is so beautiful! You, your family & Grace are all so blessed to have each other. I am also a proud parent of child with Down syndrome. We love our Arianna so much, I am so honored to be chosen to be her mom. Have faith, and make sure to set no limitations for Grace.
Grace is a very beautiful baby and any parent should be very lucky to have a child with special needs because they are the ones that appreciate you the most!
I have an older brother who is down syndrome. He just turned 18. And I agree, he is a huge part of my life that I could not imagine living without. I love him with all my heart.
Love it! love the aprt in which you are feeding her and she gives you this BIG toothless smile, just gorgeous, god bless. More awareness needs to be reaised about DS.
I my self have a Down Syndrome 15 yr.old girl her name is Marisol Fuentes, She's the best think that ever happen to your family. She is now in high School and doing very good and have good grades.And I thank god every day for sending me this gift.
That baby will be so much more beautiful than any " normal " person. It may not feel like it, but you are so fortunate to be able to look in her innocent eyes.
What is sad news. Is that a mom who had infertility issues, fell pregnant with IVF twins. They chose to abort the little boy twin who presented with down syndrome on ultrasound, as the little girl twin appeared healthy on ultrasound. Then the doctor mistakingly aborted the healthy girl twin & she died. Then they decided to go ahead and abort the only living twin the boy with down syndrome
Cassie there are some children without Down Syndrome who present with learning disabilites down the track that make them dependant on there parents, these children who were born healthy, didn't have abnormalities that appeared on ultrasounds in the womb, so these children could not be terminated based on disabilites/chromosone disorders in utero.
in response to cassiesmom on the last comment: ok, curious to know how you'd deal if your child was born with some other disease or syndrome, unknown to you until you gave birth? what about leukemia or a missing limb? and what if your mother had decided to abort you because she thought that you were less than perfect???
This is nice, but I don't like how parents call their children with disabilities names like "Miracle" or "Blessing" as a middle name for that matter. Luckily Grace is commonly used but it irks me because I wouldn't my child if they had a disability to feel different. I'd want them to have a normal name like normal human children. They aren't animals that you can just call "Cutie" or anything. Jeez.
Any parent who enjoys a child being dependant on them, needs to question why they are having children, the whole point of raising kids is to offer guidence & support, so they can mature into indipendant adults, who go on to do the same with their own kids.
children are not yours for keeps, they`re only on loan to you...so they can eventually lead their own lives.
Just becasue you ran out your parent's front door like your ass was on fire. Doesn't make kids that love, like and stay close to their parents wrong or dependant. Did you leave or did they throw you out? These parents are loving the child they have.Not grieving for the child they wanted. Thier just fine!!!As a Mom I think you would understand that!
Parents of down syndrome children may be happy in life to have there down syndrome child to be dependant on them. if there child with down syndrome is supervised and well cared for by there caregivers due to a down syndrome childs dependancy, and a down syndrome child makes there life brighter for having there down syndrome in the world for them to care for, there down syndrome has served a purpose of love & joy to there caregivers who would not wish abortion on there DS child
Thank you so much for sharing this with us. We too, have a little girl with Down Syndrome. We went through the same shock you both did. My husband's reaction, at her birth, was about the same as the father in the video. Mary is 5 now, and in a regular kindergarten. I don't understand the mockery towards children with special needs. (As if they could help their condition.) Our lives have changed for the better, all because of this little girl. We wouldn't have her any other way!
Its a shame you feel that way. Children are not there as a trophy to show off to boost your low self esteem. I can honestly say that my brother with downs syndrome makes me extremely proud.
He has had major health scares but he has lived life always with a smile and always with plenty of love to give everyone who enters his life. If that is not a child to be proud of then I dont know what is
You havent offended me, the fact you responded is good enough for me. It just shows me that you are not a strong or open minded person. You use the term perfect kids but really is there any such thing? I am not a better person than my younger brother, I can assure you that
@cassiesmum agreed... but the baby is cute but i do feel guilty for saying i'd terminate the pregnacy. I don't feel right but i would never want a child to suffer a hard life in the world its not that i think less of children with downs i just wouldnt want the child to struggle.
I have a younger brother with downs. He is 29 now and he has lived a very good life. He loves playing sports, he has many friends and most importantly he is happy. Dave has kept our family close and taught us all how to love and appreciate life. I cant ever imagine a life without him, I know it would be a lot worse than it is now
Sounds very much my like my 33 y/o Bro. He is loved by everyone and loves a good party and a couple of pints(which he has endless of invites). He touches all those who meet him and is certainly an ambassador for our 'special' friends. Thank god for my big brother, Adam.
I am the mother of two wonderful children with DS... my life is so much more full and so much more blessed than I could ever have imagined. My son is 8 and my daughter is 12 months old. They inspire me and everyone who knows them. We are a Christian family as well... God bless you and your wonderful family!
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@2iBMX You keep telling yourself you are blessed but I know that if you had the choice deep down you would have had a normal child that would grow up into a normal member of society but the truth is they will not , in any other species they would have died, and thats the natural way only the human species feels the need to let every unfit specimen live , your retarded children will never give anythig to this world they will only take.
BLAISE998 fu yourself u don't know what are u talking about.... if I was your mother and I could have the option to abort am pretty sure I would have done it u r a misarable person get a life. I hope one day u never fall in front of a person with Down 'cause at that specific moment u will realize how UP they are and the only one that was down is you..... and I do have a child with DS and they really are a BLESSING for our lifes u don't know the really meaning of LOVE until u meet them...
I find you slightly amusing... as the brother of the two DS children, I see a better side of humanity in them... when's the last time you heard of a retarded person hating someone or beating the piss out of someone just because they're not up to their STANDARDS. Try again buddy. Checkmate.
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@2iBMX haha When was the last time you saw a down syndrome president or a down syndrome doctor I think not. and just because they are too unfit and stupid to beat the piss out of someone you think they are special and a better side of humanity I laugh at you and your pathetic excuse of a family. no matter what you say Retards will never amount to anything.
@musicgirl999, wouldn't you wish for people to be LESS discriminative in general terms, not only against those with developmental delay or DS or any ill health. I think some people tend to look towards those special children asking for tolerance, when in fact what people are really saying is be more tolerant towards "them" because "their" parents loved "them" no matter what...why can't you be tolerant then?
I hate people like you. Honestly, I try not to comment because it only aggravates comments like yours... But just so you know, I TRULY hope you die. I hope you are hit by a bus or a car... maybe you'll be the victim of a car jacking- who knows. regardless, be happy that the parents of a child with DS DON'T get hold of you- YOU'D know what it was like to be retarded after the beating you'd get. NEVER mess with someone's child
My baby Grace(her name) was also born with DS, she is such a blessing to our family, her older brothers adore her! I wound't change anything about her, she's the perfect girl that God gave us.
How wonderful that you shared your experience....it shows that we all learn, grow and by facing our own situations and allowing ourselves to see that love is everywhere. I wish you many many many years of growth, learning and blessings with the wonderful angel that God has granted you to learn from and give life to in this world. You are truly blessed. Thank you for sharing your story.
This mom and dad perfectly mirror our own experience. Shelby Jo is our "Grace" and our lives have never been the same since her arrival in July of 2009. We love our sweet gift from heaven for who she is rather than for who she might have been. Our family will be forever better for having had a precious child with Down syndrome. We are so thankful to God to have been so blessed!
Thank you for sharing!!! Our Bethie is 9 and has farr surpassed anything we hoped for!!! Though we were afraid when we first had her, we have found her to be the best gift we never knew we wanted.
I love this video, thank you for posting...I think all of us parents of babies with down syndrome share these emotions and thoughts. Congratulations, your baby girl is beautiful!
She is Soooo BEAUTIFUL!! A Angel!! Don't worry about what other ppl here say. They are either ignorant or just SOB's. You are so Blessed to have Grace and Grace is so Blessed to have you. The world is Blessed to have her here, I know I am!!<333 I Love You Grace...Sweetie Pie :)
shes so cute! My parents are kinda old, but my mom got pregnet unexpectedly. we found out she was having twins, and since she was so old she had the ds test and turned out both twins had ds. She knew it would b a hard pregnecy, but our family is against abortion so we kept them! they both were premature and had breathing problems. I have an older sister and we were so excited that mom was preg. it dint mater they had ds. now they are 1 and i couldnt imagine life without them! 1 boy 1 girl!
i kinda hope i have a downs syndrome baby. im not syaing i hope they "arent normal" im saying that every child is a blessing-including downs syndrome, autism---everything!! i love them-i wish others could see that.......
i have a 10yr old with ds i was 18 when i had her i asked myself why aswell and then i realised she was given to me cos i was strong enough and had so much love that i was the perfect choice for her.
Grace is beautiful! I had my last child two years ago---I was 41 when I had her, but just like evvofreak I decided I did not want a DS test, because my baby was going to be born no matter what. She does not have DS, but there are other challenges that aren't anything like yours. Your commitment humbles and inspires me.
I am, at 36, getting ready to get pregnant for the first time. I know that at my age, the risks to have a baby with down syndrom are greater. I also know my doctor will want me to get prenatal testing for DS but you know what? I don't even want it. For what use? I'll be happy to have a "regular kid" but just as happy to have a "DS kid". They are peacefull little angels and deserve to be seen as such...
Children with Down Syndrome have a very special destiny in this world. They are little angels of God. Angels are different from us humans and humans are all different like God wanted us to be. They are here to teach us there are so many differences in others in this world please celebrate who I am and who others are and just show love and nurturing to others.
There's nothing wrong with how mum and dad reacted to the news that their little baby girl has Down Syndrome. I think I would react the same way. But in the end, they still love and care for little Grace. That's the important thing. Everyone hanldes news differently.
I beleive that you didn't have to redream. If she tried she could be happy, healthy and go off to college. I beleive kids with Down Syndrome can do anything.
One of my three sons is 43 and has D/S. Stephens mother died when he was 28.Just over three years ago Stephen decided he wanted to learn to play the piano. Remarkably and to my surprise he now reads music and plays with both hands. One of the songs he plays is "Amazing Grace" another is "Love Me Tender"
Just as amazing is his piano teacher who has adapted her teaching to help him to succeed.
As both a documentary filmaker AND mother to a precious 7 year old GRACE (her name) of my own who has DS - I can say that this is a honest heartfelt and very important short about how WE parents feel - our emotional ride is real - but our lives are soooo sooo rich. well done - thank you for sharing.
As a mother of a child with DS I can honestly say kudos to these people for sharing their feelings and thoughts of finding out their kids has DS. jeffrytrochelman you adopted a kid with DS. You went out searching for a kid with DS.
" You went out searching for a kid with DS ? " No, Wade was placed in an institution at nine. They were going to move him out. I told them I felt this was in conflict with their 'mission statement' as well as immoral. They said if you care so much, adopt him. I responded with F/U I will. And so it was, for fifteen of the hardest and best years of my life.
O please let me implore your forgivenss. I did not realize your degree of martyrdom was so high! If I would have known I would have condoned your ill words against these poor people.
It doesn't matter how you came to adopt that still does not change the moral of the story. You don't know what it is like and have no right to condemn these people for expressing thier emotions that few ever express! You should applaud them for allowing us into a sensitive part of thier life.
You have no idea what it is like to be told that your kid is going to have DS. You have no right saying these people are appalling. You have never been there nor do you know the emotions you go through when you hear those words. This is completely normal what these people felt.
In all honesty I am appalled that most of this vid is about YOU. YOUR feelings, YOUR yelling at God, YOUR doubts. Grow up. I was blessed to adopt a boy with DS. Wade was the most amazing, loving human being I ever knew. It may not seem like it now, but your heart will be moved in ways you never dreamt possible. When Wade passed away in my arms, my world ended. He gave me everything that is worth knowing in this world and I will be forever grateful that he allowed me into his life.
Thanks for your comment. But I assure you, as both the director of this film and as a close friend of the family, that both Stephen and Jane feel tremendously blessed to have Grace in their lives. She is an amazing baby girl and is so beautifull in so many different ways. Please consider that they were taken totally by surprise that Grace was born with down syndrome, and were not at all prepared for the journey that was ahead of them.
That was MY main focus of the interviews; to get their initial feelings, thoughts, and emotions. And just to update everyone, Grace is doing amazingly well and is an inspiration to everyone blessed to be in her life.
I am glad there is something like this out there. I know a few marrages that have been destroyed because one of the parents (usually the father) can't get past their feelings that they had initially when they were told their child wouldn't be "typical" (I hate that word). I really do feel that if more parents of kids with dissabilities would be able to express their emotions there wouldn't be so many families getting divorces. Kudos again!
It is a huge blow to be told that (in my case) your child is going to die, your child will never walk, talk, read, write or amount to anything. I was 19, single and pregnant when I was told my son had DS. It was devistating. I had thoughts that I will never tell any body. All of which I feel horrible for thinking. But as a parent you grow and get over those feelings and love and take the best care possible of your child.
Your daughter is beautiful, but I do have to agree with nswe 2002 because I can see it in your eyes that you love grace with all your heart but when you said that she can never get married or go to college or anything that isnt always the case. There are people with down syndrome that go to college and get married, and some live almost independantly. My 1 year old son has down syndrome and I DO NOT put ANY limitations on what he can do. Look up SUJEET DUSAI online and youll see the potential.
I spend a lot of time working with kids with Down Syndrome- and I believe that we have so much to learn from them. They are the most affectionate and caring people, and Grace is truly beautiful.
It is so nice to read beautiful comments.I'm sorry you think there is nothing to be done for Grace. I know one who spoke 4 languages and got married. I know one who is 7 years old and is more knowledgeable than average adults. I know one who does gymnastics so well that you enjoy watching the graceful movement. they are extremely intelligent but they are not often able to show you because of their language limitation. You have beautiful girl with huge potential. Teach her a lot. Have fun.
What a beautiful little girl. Ive been offered the test for DS as am 41 and pregnant. I would never play God with an unborn babies life and have refused the tests. If my baby has DS then i'm blessed to have him/her and it was meant to be. I just hope that if that is the case then i can be as proud as other DS parents are. Thank you very much for your video, it has been a great comfort for me. wishing you all the best with your beautiful daughter and family.
I was in my twenties and only a few months pregnant when they told me my baby had Downs Syndrome and that they would arrange a 'termination' as soon as possible. He's 13 now and he's a great kid, I'm so glad I didn't listen to the doctors
Our son is almost 2 and has down syndrome. I can relate to all of the mixed emotions in the beginning but once we adjust our thoughts and fall totally in love, that is all that really matters and God has a plan for us, a devine plan that I am enjoying everyday! Our Dylan is the most huggable thing in the world but then he can be a major goofball too. He always makes us laugh and his three older sisters adore him too. You can see our guy if you search for "Dylan crawling (Down Syndrome)Enjoy!
Grace is so beautiful, and I really hope she never sees this video as she grows up. Can you imagine if your parents talked about yelling at god and what not becuase of what you are? I know they love her soo much but still, people with downs can live pretty normal lives! I can't believe that the dad said " I would never want to go through this ever again" :(
...but you have to remember that they were not at all prepared for that moment and really knew nothing about what Down Syndrome really meant. Stephen was just being honest about how he felt those first few days. And yes, they love her very much and Grace has grown so much since then is an amazing baby girl...she kind of resemble her sister now.
Oh I understand what you are saying, I'm really not trying to come off as being mean towards the parents. I guess because I work with adults with downs I see the other side; how they've grown and become amazing individuals! I guess its just a process that takes time to accept. I like to think of it as being "abled" as opposed to disabled, beacuse they can do so much. They might not be put on this earth to learn much but they are here to teach us all :)
This was just so touching. To hear of parents like me, to have had the same thoughts as me and my husband. We have a daughter with down syndrome and she will be 3 in feb. 2008. She is just a pure joy. So kudos to you for posting this. It's an inspiration.
Thanks! I really think sharing helps others see more in the people. I have worked with many people, with Down Syndrome. I love my work and hope more and more people show because there is just so much that many people don't know that is good.
Also many siblings of a brother or sister with Down Syndrome do actually end up as adults helping people in their jobs. Many, I would say the majority have an empathy, & ability & desire that not as many others have.
Your daughters are beautiful and they will teach each other so much. In fact Grace is going to teach every person in her life something You are truly blessed!!! Congratulations!!! Keep dreaming as she just may go to college and get married if that's what she decides she wants no-one will stop her!!
oh my god, what a cutie. god bless this family.
coloradogal100 1 month ago
for you 9 people who disliked this you have no heart... what if you were in this families position?
vanessabmxgirl11 2 months ago
i participated in this pseciaL oLympics heLd at schooL once where we watch over some of them and I was amazed at how great and bright and amazing they couLd be. They're not actuaLLy different than the ones without down syndrome. they're just amazing!!!
ATEVENUS 2 months ago
My cousin has Down Syndrome but he's very high functioning, he even took some college courses at a 2 yr school and plays piano like a pro. Down Syndrome children range from avg intelligence to severe mental retardation.
TheTravelfool 3 months ago
What an adorable little girl. Its very special having a Down Syndrome kid. But it can be depressing at first.
jazz31162 3 months ago
Look at this family its a special moment... Thats what I have Down Syndrome ?
DannyLovesOregon 5 months ago
its crushing at first. but soon after it becomes just another challenge in life, and you will protect the child with your life just like any other.
gordieg74 7 months ago 2
@gordieg74 In my opinion a parents would suffer a lot the same to see the problems of his child and the way many people are rude to him/her
SuperFrench81 7 months ago
Cute. The nine people who don't like this video need a serious reality check.
girlmusician24 7 months ago
@girlmusician24 I think that everyone is free to say what he/she thinks. Not everybody agrees with the same things.
Then in my opinion, Grace is cute for sure: but having a child with downs and accept it it's not easy at all.
I don't know what I would do if it happended to me.
SuperFrench81 7 months ago
Grace is so cute!!! Fuck anyone who hates her!!!
kimmulakshmi 7 months ago
@kimmulakshmi ; Who should hate her and why?
SuperFrench81 7 months ago
see? God takes care of us all. Bless that little girl and may God watchover you. Thank you for being so strong.
Goodluck.
JokerCommisions 8 months ago
Would you make another short documentary about them, about how she and her family are now? This could be interesting for lot of people!!!!
SuperFrench81 8 months ago
ok down sydrome isssss really saddd): but! there not differnt from us (: i am compelety NOT aganst down sydrome (: because i have friends with it(: and therre awesome (:
and this babbie is absluty beautiful(:
daisymydog100 9 months ago
Trisomy 21.
munchluxe63 9 months ago
honestly (and i'm not just saying this, cause i've seen some pretty adorable babies before), grace is probably the most beautiful baby i've ever seen. really. she's absolutely enchanting.
lookformeontv 10 months ago
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Beautiful! Beautiful story! May the Lord bless you!
Alyunchik1 10 months ago
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Beautiful! Beautiful stoty! May the ord bless you!
Alyunchik1 10 months ago
Beautiful!Beautiful story! May God bless you!
Alyunchik1 10 months ago
thank you so much for sharing your video ..i have a 16 year old brother and he has Down syndrome..I dont mind it.. i love him so much..he is our joy in the family he eventhough he cant speak well .i understand his situation..there are times i lost my patience but i just put into my mind that they are really special..TO MY BROTHER ALDRIN I LOVE YOU SO MUCH..
chemoi26 11 months ago
I am sure things are good now. She is a teacher, her innocent soul will shine in your lives
carol3hawks 1 year ago
Hallo... I just wanted to tell you 've a beautiful family.... I like your little girls, and I was wondering how old they're now and how they are.
Grace is beautiful and chubby...
Friendly,
Michela
SuperFrench81 1 year ago
Perhaps people with down's syndrome are given a different set of 'tools' when they come down from heaven...where they may lack intellectually in some areas, they excell intellectually in others. Compassion and love would be those areas they excell in, something sometimes lacking in this world. I truly believe these folks are angels from heaven, and blessed are those who share their lives.
68buickwildcat 1 year ago
I like to think of it as "Up" Syndrome. There's nothing to feel "down" about DS. I have a cousin who has DS and I love her to pieces. She has taught me so much and gave me a lot of courage. I don't know what I would do without her. :)
EyeLoveYouFive 1 year ago
why do people with down syndrom look alike?
Emilinepinkie 1 year ago
@Emilinepinkie its part of the dna luke why some people r tall
eire1984 1 year ago
I wouldn't have cried if my dr. said my child had downs. When I was pregnant with my youngest daughter, my ob wanted me to have an abortion because my baby could have downs. I refused and my daughter was born and didn't have downs. No matter, I would have loved her nonetheless
MsHoppytoad 1 year ago
God knew you and your wife were the best parents for Gracie which is why he blessed you with her. He only sends his precious gifts to the parents he finds most loving, and patient. Gracie is lucky to have you, as you are her. I would love to be able to have a child at all, what a great gift you have. :o) God bless you and your loving wonderful family :o)
Pam4Rob 1 year ago
i remember when they told us, i remember my tears hitting the floor at the same times as my knees, as i tried to tell my wife that everythings was going to be okay at the same time as i felt so overwhelmingly powerless and small,.seven years of grief and fear of the unknown, and then one day it came to me, like a warm hug, my dreams didnt die that day , they changed, life shapes our dreams, every child brings change to our lives, some more than others.
0darklament0 1 year ago 2
Appletinihamshire: I have read many articles or blogs on families that have a Down Syndrome child and every one of them say that in the begining it is hard they cry they wonder why this has happened. I have a niece that has Down Syndrome and my sister did the same thing. She was so ashamed that she felt that way the day that she was born. But my niece is loved more than any child that I know. She totally rocks that extra chromosome!!!
TheArizonagal 1 year ago
they should be happy! i understand the initial shock, but (though i guess i have no right to say this, after all i'm not a parent!) i think they shouldn't feel that all her dreams were "taken away" the moment Down syndrome was uttered. i mean, she is a beautiful person with loads of potential! things could have been SO much worse, at least she's alive and gorgeous and i hope they can see that more than this movie suggested. anyway, congrats to them! they will have a happy life with grace...
appletinihamshire 1 year ago
@appletinihamshire - you are rght, although you have no right to judge these people, you may say that now.. but you don't know, you honestly don't know until it happens to you. It doesnt mean they don't love their child, it's a perfectly normal reaction to news like that, they know they are blessed, and thats why they made this video, because some parents out there that would want nothing to do with a child with downs, and that I do not agree with at all.
Pam4Rob 1 year ago
@Pam4Rob yeah, you're right. i was too quick to judge them. i'm sure emotions were running really high at first and i know that must have been tough for them. maybe someday if i give birth to a child with DS or any other disorder, i would be very upset as well until i was able to accept it. i never said, though, that i thought they didn't love their child. i can see that they do, i was just saying the language struck me a bit. thanks for the comment, i can see why mine may have been taken darkly
appletinihamshire 1 year ago
@appletinihamshire - wow I can honestly say I am shocked by your response, normally a person would get offended by what I said and get really defensive..lol thank you for being respectful, you don't see that much on youtube, for crying out loud I have a video of my 1 year old baby neice eating a cupcake, and you should see what this dude wrote, it was so cruel.
Pam4Rob 1 year ago
@Pam4Rob yeah no problem, people sure do talk more boldly when they've got a computer screen before their faces. just don't worry about it, try not to let it get to you. sometimes it makes me really angry too, but if someone's going to jump on you like that and say ignorant mean things they're probably not worth the worry. :D
appletinihamshire 1 year ago
Grace is so beautiful! You, your family & Grace are all so blessed to have each other. I am also a proud parent of child with Down syndrome. We love our Arianna so much, I am so honored to be chosen to be her mom. Have faith, and make sure to set no limitations for Grace.
AMANDA82905 1 year ago
@AMANDA82905 AWESOME COMMENT! dang, i always find someone else's comment after i write my own that is way more well-worded. not that i understand, but if the doctor told me they had bad news and then said my baby had Downs, i would breathe a sigh of relief because things could be worse. yes they are blessed, all children are a gift from God!
appletinihamshire 1 year ago
Grace is so beautiful! You, your family & Grace are all so blessed to have each other. I am also a proud parent of child with Down syndrome. We love our Arianna so much, I am so honored to be chosen to be her mom. Have faith, and make sure to set no limitations for Grace.
AMANDA82905 1 year ago
@TheDiddlysquat £2000?
I bet ye pissed it against a wall!
John27346 1 year ago
Grace is a very beautiful baby and any parent should be very lucky to have a child with special needs because they are the ones that appreciate you the most!
KrysKrys10 1 year ago
I have an older brother who is down syndrome. He just turned 18. And I agree, he is a huge part of my life that I could not imagine living without. I love him with all my heart.
VanillaWhite777 1 year ago
Love it! love the aprt in which you are feeding her and she gives you this BIG toothless smile, just gorgeous, god bless. More awareness needs to be reaised about DS.
mum2damian 1 year ago
I'd give anything to be lucky enough to have a child like Grace.
auntbecky 1 year ago
Down syndrome or not its still one the cutest babies I've seen.
tompallettown 1 year ago 3
I my self have a Down Syndrome 15 yr.old girl her name is Marisol Fuentes, She's the best think that ever happen to your family. She is now in high School and doing very good and have good grades.And I thank god every day for sending me this gift.
omar67able 1 year ago
So many things she said I felt too, when I get my baby with DS
Jolinasmama 1 year ago
That baby will be so much more beautiful than any " normal " person. It may not feel like it, but you are so fortunate to be able to look in her innocent eyes.
jillssoulsister 1 year ago
What is sad news. Is that a mom who had infertility issues, fell pregnant with IVF twins. They chose to abort the little boy twin who presented with down syndrome on ultrasound, as the little girl twin appeared healthy on ultrasound. Then the doctor mistakingly aborted the healthy girl twin & she died. Then they decided to go ahead and abort the only living twin the boy with down syndrome
mylovesofmylife 1 year ago
@mylovesofmylife That is the most selfish story I've heard in a while :( Those poor twins. Their "parents" couldn't have been more stupid.
darkfusion42 1 year ago
Cassie there are some children without Down Syndrome who present with learning disabilites down the track that make them dependant on there parents, these children who were born healthy, didn't have abnormalities that appeared on ultrasounds in the womb, so these children could not be terminated based on disabilites/chromosone disorders in utero.
mylovesofmylife 1 year ago
MultiSnooty the only retard on here is you get a life
mir2k9 1 year ago
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people with down syndrome are retards!
MultiSnooty 1 year ago
I think this family just realized they can love her just as much as they would have if she were "Normal" is it really that hard to understand?
97karenlacey 1 year ago
in response to cassiesmom on the last comment: ok, curious to know how you'd deal if your child was born with some other disease or syndrome, unknown to you until you gave birth? what about leukemia or a missing limb? and what if your mother had decided to abort you because she thought that you were less than perfect???
moreofmaui 1 year ago
This is nice, but I don't like how parents call their children with disabilities names like "Miracle" or "Blessing" as a middle name for that matter. Luckily Grace is commonly used but it irks me because I wouldn't my child if they had a disability to feel different. I'd want them to have a normal name like normal human children. They aren't animals that you can just call "Cutie" or anything. Jeez.
leafylou96 1 year ago
would you consider this video helpful as research for a child with down syndrome?
xschmushx 1 year ago
mylovesofmylife;
Any parent who enjoys a child being dependant on them, needs to question why they are having children, the whole point of raising kids is to offer guidence & support, so they can mature into indipendant adults, who go on to do the same with their own kids.
children are not yours for keeps, they`re only on loan to you...so they can eventually lead their own lives.
cassiesmum 1 year ago
@cassiesmum I do not think any parents wants a child to be dependent on them forever, but things happen
lposte4958 1 year ago
Just becasue you ran out your parent's front door like your ass was on fire. Doesn't make kids that love, like and stay close to their parents wrong or dependant. Did you leave or did they throw you out? These parents are loving the child they have.Not grieving for the child they wanted. Thier just fine!!!As a Mom I think you would understand that!
97karenlacey 1 year ago
thank you for such a beutiful video my grandaughter has down she is 7 months but she is a bless for our family. What a beutifil little angel
SOLINA67 1 year ago
She is a precious child.
I love children with Down Syndrome. They are bright and curious and filled with such an immense capacity to love. They beautiful and God given!
nicolefreckles 1 year ago 3
Grace is a beautiful baby, I love her chuccby cheeks, fine soft blonde hair and sweet lips
mylovesofmylife 1 year ago
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mylovesofmylife 1 year ago
cassiesmom
Parents of down syndrome children may be happy in life to have there down syndrome child to be dependant on them. if there child with down syndrome is supervised and well cared for by there caregivers due to a down syndrome childs dependancy, and a down syndrome child makes there life brighter for having there down syndrome in the world for them to care for, there down syndrome has served a purpose of love & joy to there caregivers who would not wish abortion on there DS child
mylovesofmylife 1 year ago
wow so good, she is so cute
sheenagh100 2 years ago
Thank you so much for sharing this with us. We too, have a little girl with Down Syndrome. We went through the same shock you both did. My husband's reaction, at her birth, was about the same as the father in the video. Mary is 5 now, and in a regular kindergarten. I don't understand the mockery towards children with special needs. (As if they could help their condition.) Our lives have changed for the better, all because of this little girl. We wouldn't have her any other way!
clayton040506 2 years ago
cute baby i have a great smart six year old but i dont know to make this videos... bummer!!!
SWEETZ538 2 years ago
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i'd feel the same way as the parents... UPSET.
honestly i'd just terminate the pregnancy if my child was having downs.
call me a bitch but i'd be kinda ashamed if i had to live with a child like that.
xoxBabygurl21xox 2 years ago
Its a shame you feel that way. Children are not there as a trophy to show off to boost your low self esteem. I can honestly say that my brother with downs syndrome makes me extremely proud.
He has had major health scares but he has lived life always with a smile and always with plenty of love to give everyone who enters his life. If that is not a child to be proud of then I dont know what is
pedgeman 2 years ago
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@pedgeman honestly, my brother has autisim and seeing him struggle with making friends, having a social life makes me wanna have perfect kids.
I'm sorry if i offended you.
I have nothing against children with downs i mean- i have a friend with downs i just wouldnt go through with having a child with downs.
xoxBabygurl21xox 2 years ago
You havent offended me, the fact you responded is good enough for me. It just shows me that you are not a strong or open minded person. You use the term perfect kids but really is there any such thing? I am not a better person than my younger brother, I can assure you that
pedgeman 2 years ago
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I would also terminate a downs pregnacy. dependent on care & unable to lead a unsupervised life.
cassiesmum 2 years ago
@cassiesmum agreed... but the baby is cute but i do feel guilty for saying i'd terminate the pregnacy. I don't feel right but i would never want a child to suffer a hard life in the world its not that i think less of children with downs i just wouldnt want the child to struggle.
xoxBabygurl21xox 2 years ago
I have a younger brother with downs. He is 29 now and he has lived a very good life. He loves playing sports, he has many friends and most importantly he is happy. Dave has kept our family close and taught us all how to love and appreciate life. I cant ever imagine a life without him, I know it would be a lot worse than it is now
pedgeman 2 years ago 26
@pedgeman -
Sounds very much my like my 33 y/o Bro. He is loved by everyone and loves a good party and a couple of pints(which he has endless of invites). He touches all those who meet him and is certainly an ambassador for our 'special' friends. Thank god for my big brother, Adam.
nicoinbrasil 1 year ago
What a gorgeous girl, I'd be very proud too. I just see a beautiful, happy little girl who's parents love her to bits.
amygirl1974 2 years ago 3
she is so beautiful
cindyann118 2 years ago 2
i think the worst part of all this is the bickering between adults. it's sickening.
i think grace is a beautiful little baby, and i loved watching the interaction between her and her sister. this was a wonderful video.
all children are blessings. <3
Selmerrrr 2 years ago 2
I am the mother of two wonderful children with DS... my life is so much more full and so much more blessed than I could ever have imagined. My son is 8 and my daughter is 12 months old. They inspire me and everyone who knows them. We are a Christian family as well... God bless you and your wonderful family!
2iBMX 2 years ago 3
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@2iBMX You keep telling yourself you are blessed but I know that if you had the choice deep down you would have had a normal child that would grow up into a normal member of society but the truth is they will not , in any other species they would have died, and thats the natural way only the human species feels the need to let every unfit specimen live , your retarded children will never give anythig to this world they will only take.
blaise998 2 years ago
BLAISE998 fu yourself u don't know what are u talking about.... if I was your mother and I could have the option to abort am pretty sure I would have done it u r a misarable person get a life. I hope one day u never fall in front of a person with Down 'cause at that specific moment u will realize how UP they are and the only one that was down is you..... and I do have a child with DS and they really are a BLESSING for our lifes u don't know the really meaning of LOVE until u meet them...
marcel9805 2 years ago 2
I find you slightly amusing... as the brother of the two DS children, I see a better side of humanity in them... when's the last time you heard of a retarded person hating someone or beating the piss out of someone just because they're not up to their STANDARDS. Try again buddy. Checkmate.
2iBMX 2 years ago 3
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@2iBMX haha When was the last time you saw a down syndrome president or a down syndrome doctor I think not. and just because they are too unfit and stupid to beat the piss out of someone you think they are special and a better side of humanity I laugh at you and your pathetic excuse of a family. no matter what you say Retards will never amount to anything.
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pedgeman 2 years ago
Grace is Gorgeous bald little cutie angel
mylovesofmylife 2 years ago
That baby does not look like she has down syndrome, she looks just like he older sister....they're both very cute...
pink1222 2 years ago
these people are waaayyy too religious for me
rddaos 2 years ago 2
amazing!!
IsThisTourettes 2 years ago
Thank you for sharing baby Grace. She is beautiful!
She will always love you, never judge you and I know..my son also has DS and he is now 32.
carol3hawks 2 years ago
she looks perfectly fine...shes cute!
maddyluvzyew09 2 years ago
I really wish that more ppl would be more understanding about ppl with down syndrome or pretty much any kind of developmental delay
musicgirl999 2 years ago 18
@musicgirl999, wouldn't you wish for people to be LESS discriminative in general terms, not only against those with developmental delay or DS or any ill health. I think some people tend to look towards those special children asking for tolerance, when in fact what people are really saying is be more tolerant towards "them" because "their" parents loved "them" no matter what...why can't you be tolerant then?
PauleQueenie 1 year ago
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Why do people call having retarded babies a "blessing". It's not a blessing if you ask me.
sovietmarxist 2 years ago
I hate people like you. Honestly, I try not to comment because it only aggravates comments like yours... But just so you know, I TRULY hope you die. I hope you are hit by a bus or a car... maybe you'll be the victim of a car jacking- who knows. regardless, be happy that the parents of a child with DS DON'T get hold of you- YOU'D know what it was like to be retarded after the beating you'd get. NEVER mess with someone's child
coolamanda63020 2 years ago
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you're very mature.
not.
why don't you go get aids you piece of shit
sovietmarxist 2 years ago
thats not funnt to takl about aids im watching my husbandwaste away with it
adamgontierfan2013 2 years ago
My baby Grace(her name) was also born with DS, she is such a blessing to our family, her older brothers adore her! I wound't change anything about her, she's the perfect girl that God gave us.
robinhuynh 2 years ago 2
So cute!! My Lauren is almost one and a half!! LOVE her to pieces!
gootenmorgan 2 years ago
How wonderful that you shared your experience....it shows that we all learn, grow and by facing our own situations and allowing ourselves to see that love is everywhere. I wish you many many many years of growth, learning and blessings with the wonderful angel that God has granted you to learn from and give life to in this world. You are truly blessed. Thank you for sharing your story.
paomm 2 years ago
Cute as a button. So what if she has Down Syndrome.There is a lot she will be able to do.The parents have a great perspective.
449918 2 years ago
Beautiful baby! An angel!
cpadill5 2 years ago
This mom and dad perfectly mirror our own experience. Shelby Jo is our "Grace" and our lives have never been the same since her arrival in July of 2009. We love our sweet gift from heaven for who she is rather than for who she might have been. Our family will be forever better for having had a precious child with Down syndrome. We are so thankful to God to have been so blessed!
shirlisajo 2 years ago
What a lovely child ! God Bless her and your family !
Seansmom1989 2 years ago
Thank you for sharing!!! Our Bethie is 9 and has farr surpassed anything we hoped for!!! Though we were afraid when we first had her, we have found her to be the best gift we never knew we wanted.
moriahrb 2 years ago
Thank you for sharing this. What an incredible witness to God's love it is.
maire83 2 years ago
She is gorgeous. Congrats!
littlemammaofthree 2 years ago
I love this video, thank you for posting...I think all of us parents of babies with down syndrome share these emotions and thoughts. Congratulations, your baby girl is beautiful!
ChrissySavoie 2 years ago
1/1000 chance of DS... DW, about 10mil ppl are same as you =='
ShootForFun824 2 years ago
wow. i just had twin girls and found out that they have DS and EVERYTHING said in this video i have felt!!
this helps me so much to feel a lil less alone through all my emotions.
and to those who leave these rude comments, its just because u will never understand unless u go through this.
kmalatek 2 years ago
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God...God!...All the best in the future..but there is no god...it'd man made...but all the best!..Make ur own destiny! x x x
pcspiers 2 years ago
Grace - a beautiful name for a beautiful child. She is so lucky to have you, and vice versa. Thanks so much for sharing.
reggieboy04 2 years ago
Your daughter is beautiful! And God is using her to touch the world in ways you will never see or understand. She is a blessing to us all!:)
sthaas66 2 years ago 3
Thank you for sharing your video and may God bless your family, especially Grace.
70Elizabeth 2 years ago
God sends these blessed adorable babies to blessed parents, Parents that he sees fit, and deserves to take care of his special little miracles :o)
Pam4Rob 2 years ago 3
She is Soooo BEAUTIFUL!! A Angel!! Don't worry about what other ppl here say. They are either ignorant or just SOB's. You are so Blessed to have Grace and Grace is so Blessed to have you. The world is Blessed to have her here, I know I am!!<333 I Love You Grace...Sweetie Pie :)
Bellaella86 2 years ago
shes so cute! My parents are kinda old, but my mom got pregnet unexpectedly. we found out she was having twins, and since she was so old she had the ds test and turned out both twins had ds. She knew it would b a hard pregnecy, but our family is against abortion so we kept them! they both were premature and had breathing problems. I have an older sister and we were so excited that mom was preg. it dint mater they had ds. now they are 1 and i couldnt imagine life without them! 1 boy 1 girl!
godschild657 2 years ago 4
aww
godschild657 2 years ago
i kinda hope i have a downs syndrome baby. im not syaing i hope they "arent normal" im saying that every child is a blessing-including downs syndrome, autism---everything!! i love them-i wish others could see that.......
TheScilencer 2 years ago
Beautiful video! God bless Grace!
profetaxxi 2 years ago
umm the religous aspect is a little overwhelming but i realize your perspective. THis video is emotional and motivating
poopsnose 2 years ago
she is absolutly beautiful!!
mandalisa09 2 years ago 4
i have a 10yr old with ds i was 18 when i had her i asked myself why aswell and then i realised she was given to me cos i was strong enough and had so much love that i was the perfect choice for her.
Your life is blessed as is mine
fyreflize 2 years ago 3
im 44 and my baby rose is 3 months old and has ds she is the greatest i love her soo much i would not change anything about her god bless your family
Emogurlie101 3 years ago 3
nice video
rancherofordee 3 years ago
hows grace going our ds daughter is now 22 and the absolute joy of our lives x
momto4girlsand1boy 3 years ago 3
Grace is beautiful! I had my last child two years ago---I was 41 when I had her, but just like evvofreak I decided I did not want a DS test, because my baby was going to be born no matter what. She does not have DS, but there are other challenges that aren't anything like yours. Your commitment humbles and inspires me.
XX00Ghost00XX 3 years ago
I am, at 36, getting ready to get pregnant for the first time. I know that at my age, the risks to have a baby with down syndrom are greater. I also know my doctor will want me to get prenatal testing for DS but you know what? I don't even want it. For what use? I'll be happy to have a "regular kid" but just as happy to have a "DS kid". They are peacefull little angels and deserve to be seen as such...
evvofreak 3 years ago 2
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He did not give your baby this, just a fallen world. I will pray for you, I hope you pray for your baby.
videolver2 3 years ago
God gave you her because he knows you and your adorable daughter can handle it because you have a strong family.
Grace and Evelyn are both cute, adorable girls.
-Haley
iLIKEkittyKATS 3 years ago
pardon me...seems i read it wrongly...am new to this..heartfelt apologies.
FL1R7Y 3 years ago
im unsure as to why my comment has 3 thumbs downs...this was a compliment not a criticism
FL1R7Y 3 years ago
What a beautiful children you have and such a loving family. Grace is so cute i just wanted to reach in and cuddle her.
tulipchic34 3 years ago
What a pretty baby.
raerae1985 3 years ago
Children with Down Syndrome have a very special destiny in this world. They are little angels of God. Angels are different from us humans and humans are all different like God wanted us to be. They are here to teach us there are so many differences in others in this world please celebrate who I am and who others are and just show love and nurturing to others.
lovemyfamilysomuch 3 years ago
She's perfect no matter what.
There's nothing wrong with how mum and dad reacted to the news that their little baby girl has Down Syndrome. I think I would react the same way. But in the end, they still love and care for little Grace. That's the important thing. Everyone hanldes news differently.
lozzabunny1 3 years ago
I too have a Grace-There but by the Grace of God go I. That is why we chose the name Grace.
yankeegirl1000 3 years ago
Hello Parents of baby Grace, and other new parents with a Downs syndrome baby.
The road is not always easy, and you will be tested. What is constant is the LOVE your son or daughter will bring into the family.
Stephen is not a new baby He is 43 years of age, still learning new skills, and has just gone on Youtube--
His user name is StephenGreen1965
Grenville Green
Stephens Dad
StephenGreen1965 3 years ago 2
I beleive that you didn't have to redream. If she tried she could be happy, healthy and go off to college. I beleive kids with Down Syndrome can do anything.
mjjammers95 3 years ago
One of my three sons is 43 and has D/S. Stephens mother died when he was 28.Just over three years ago Stephen decided he wanted to learn to play the piano. Remarkably and to my surprise he now reads music and plays with both hands. One of the songs he plays is "Amazing Grace" another is "Love Me Tender"
Just as amazing is his piano teacher who has adapted her teaching to help him to succeed.
StephenGreen1965 3 years ago
Beautifully done!
alifeworthliving 3 years ago 2
As both a documentary filmaker AND mother to a precious 7 year old GRACE (her name) of my own who has DS - I can say that this is a honest heartfelt and very important short about how WE parents feel - our emotional ride is real - but our lives are soooo sooo rich. well done - thank you for sharing.
pazvid 3 years ago
As a mother of a child with DS I can honestly say kudos to these people for sharing their feelings and thoughts of finding out their kids has DS. jeffrytrochelman you adopted a kid with DS. You went out searching for a kid with DS.
JoMoSo13 3 years ago
" You went out searching for a kid with DS ? " No, Wade was placed in an institution at nine. They were going to move him out. I told them I felt this was in conflict with their 'mission statement' as well as immoral. They said if you care so much, adopt him. I responded with F/U I will. And so it was, for fifteen of the hardest and best years of my life.
jeffreytrochelman 3 years ago
O please let me implore your forgivenss. I did not realize your degree of martyrdom was so high! If I would have known I would have condoned your ill words against these poor people.
It doesn't matter how you came to adopt that still does not change the moral of the story. You don't know what it is like and have no right to condemn these people for expressing thier emotions that few ever express! You should applaud them for allowing us into a sensitive part of thier life.
JoMoSo13 3 years ago
The director of this film already told me his focus and intent
was to record their doubts and fears. Which was what I unknowingly didn't understand. Now you can take your crap attitude and stick it up your ass.
jeffreytrochelman 3 years ago
You have no idea what it is like to be told that your kid is going to have DS. You have no right saying these people are appalling. You have never been there nor do you know the emotions you go through when you hear those words. This is completely normal what these people felt.
JoMoSo13 3 years ago
the parents call grace a blessing...
they may be right...
Grace will doubtlessly make a model Christian...
lictor313 3 years ago
In all honesty I am appalled that most of this vid is about YOU. YOUR feelings, YOUR yelling at God, YOUR doubts. Grow up. I was blessed to adopt a boy with DS. Wade was the most amazing, loving human being I ever knew. It may not seem like it now, but your heart will be moved in ways you never dreamt possible. When Wade passed away in my arms, my world ended. He gave me everything that is worth knowing in this world and I will be forever grateful that he allowed me into his life.
jeffreytrochelman 3 years ago 2
Thanks for your comment. But I assure you, as both the director of this film and as a close friend of the family, that both Stephen and Jane feel tremendously blessed to have Grace in their lives. She is an amazing baby girl and is so beautifull in so many different ways. Please consider that they were taken totally by surprise that Grace was born with down syndrome, and were not at all prepared for the journey that was ahead of them.
elementalracer 3 years ago
That was MY main focus of the interviews; to get their initial feelings, thoughts, and emotions. And just to update everyone, Grace is doing amazingly well and is an inspiration to everyone blessed to be in her life.
elementalracer 3 years ago
I am glad there is something like this out there. I know a few marrages that have been destroyed because one of the parents (usually the father) can't get past their feelings that they had initially when they were told their child wouldn't be "typical" (I hate that word). I really do feel that if more parents of kids with dissabilities would be able to express their emotions there wouldn't be so many families getting divorces. Kudos again!
JoMoSo13 3 years ago
It is a huge blow to be told that (in my case) your child is going to die, your child will never walk, talk, read, write or amount to anything. I was 19, single and pregnant when I was told my son had DS. It was devistating. I had thoughts that I will never tell any body. All of which I feel horrible for thinking. But as a parent you grow and get over those feelings and love and take the best care possible of your child.
JoMoSo13 3 years ago
Your daughter is beautiful, but I do have to agree with nswe 2002 because I can see it in your eyes that you love grace with all your heart but when you said that she can never get married or go to college or anything that isnt always the case. There are people with down syndrome that go to college and get married, and some live almost independantly. My 1 year old son has down syndrome and I DO NOT put ANY limitations on what he can do. Look up SUJEET DUSAI online and youll see the potential.
marriah3330 3 years ago
I spend a lot of time working with kids with Down Syndrome- and I believe that we have so much to learn from them. They are the most affectionate and caring people, and Grace is truly beautiful.
Smileofmyown 3 years ago
It is so nice to read beautiful comments.I'm sorry you think there is nothing to be done for Grace. I know one who spoke 4 languages and got married. I know one who is 7 years old and is more knowledgeable than average adults. I know one who does gymnastics so well that you enjoy watching the graceful movement. they are extremely intelligent but they are not often able to show you because of their language limitation. You have beautiful girl with huge potential. Teach her a lot. Have fun.
ganbamn 3 years ago
o my gosh u like have the most cutest bub!!!
zjoomp 3 years ago
What a beautiful little girl. Ive been offered the test for DS as am 41 and pregnant. I would never play God with an unborn babies life and have refused the tests. If my baby has DS then i'm blessed to have him/her and it was meant to be. I just hope that if that is the case then i can be as proud as other DS parents are. Thank you very much for your video, it has been a great comfort for me. wishing you all the best with your beautiful daughter and family.
FL1R7Y 4 years ago 3
I was in my twenties and only a few months pregnant when they told me my baby had Downs Syndrome and that they would arrange a 'termination' as soon as possible. He's 13 now and he's a great kid, I'm so glad I didn't listen to the doctors
stormvixen 3 years ago 3
opps, that was meant to be a thumbs up. sorry
lozzabunny1 3 years ago
Our son is almost 2 and has down syndrome. I can relate to all of the mixed emotions in the beginning but once we adjust our thoughts and fall totally in love, that is all that really matters and God has a plan for us, a devine plan that I am enjoying everyday! Our Dylan is the most huggable thing in the world but then he can be a major goofball too. He always makes us laugh and his three older sisters adore him too. You can see our guy if you search for "Dylan crawling (Down Syndrome)Enjoy!
camdinga 4 years ago
Grace is so beautiful, and I really hope she never sees this video as she grows up. Can you imagine if your parents talked about yelling at god and what not becuase of what you are? I know they love her soo much but still, people with downs can live pretty normal lives! I can't believe that the dad said " I would never want to go through this ever again" :(
nswe2002 4 years ago 2
...but you have to remember that they were not at all prepared for that moment and really knew nothing about what Down Syndrome really meant. Stephen was just being honest about how he felt those first few days. And yes, they love her very much and Grace has grown so much since then is an amazing baby girl...she kind of resemble her sister now.
elementalracer 4 years ago
Oh I understand what you are saying, I'm really not trying to come off as being mean towards the parents. I guess because I work with adults with downs I see the other side; how they've grown and become amazing individuals! I guess its just a process that takes time to accept. I like to think of it as being "abled" as opposed to disabled, beacuse they can do so much. They might not be put on this earth to learn much but they are here to teach us all :)
nswe2002 4 years ago
Grace will be able to do all the things that you hoped for.
bnc3123 4 years ago 3
poor angel
jennaloree6579 4 years ago
There is nothing poor about this angel.
bnc3123 4 years ago
why?
jennaloree6579 4 years ago
She is not a "poor Angel".
She is a Beautiful blessed Angel.
sakura1172 4 years ago 2
oh yes..."poor angel"in meaning good!
jennaloree6579 4 years ago
This was just so touching. To hear of parents like me, to have had the same thoughts as me and my husband. We have a daughter with down syndrome and she will be 3 in feb. 2008. She is just a pure joy. So kudos to you for posting this. It's an inspiration.
absmom2005 4 years ago
Thanks! I really think sharing helps others see more in the people. I have worked with many people, with Down Syndrome. I love my work and hope more and more people show because there is just so much that many people don't know that is good.
Also many siblings of a brother or sister with Down Syndrome do actually end up as adults helping people in their jobs. Many, I would say the majority have an empathy, & ability & desire that not as many others have.
Bdear1 4 years ago
Your daughters are beautiful and they will teach each other so much. In fact Grace is going to teach every person in her life something You are truly blessed!!! Congratulations!!! Keep dreaming as she just may go to college and get married if that's what she decides she wants no-one will stop her!!
karitristansmom 4 years ago