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Cooling down

… A cool-down is a light activity that you do for 5 to … heart and body return to their normal state. Cooling down prevents blood from collecting … heart and body return to their normal state. Cooling down prevents blood from collecting …

Down syndrome autism and developmental delays

… and social interactions difficult. Down syndrome is a set of physical and mental … more about each condition in this section. Down syndrome Down Syndrome Down Syndrome, Ages 1 Month to 1 …

Down Syndrome

… Condition Basics What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is a genetic condition. It … experience is different. And everyone with Down syndrome has unique strengths and …

Down Syndrome Helping Your Child Avoid Social Problems

… can make children, teens, and adults who have Down syndrome vulnerable to abuse, injury, and … . Know what to expect as your child with Down syndrome grows and develops. Potential … become more pronounced as a child with Down syndrome approaches adolescence. You can …

Down Syndrome Ages Birth to 1 Month

… Topic Overview If your baby is born with Down syndrome , you will likely have many … Where to get more information about Down syndrome. The more you know and … Other Places to Get Help section of the topic Down Syndrome. How to build a good support …

Down Syndrome Ages 1 to 5

… Topic Overview If your child who has Down syndrome is between the ages of 1 and 5 … like: Growth and development. Children with Down syndrome grow and develop in the same way … are adjusting to having a sibling with Down syndrome. Diet and exercise. Children …

Down Syndrome Training and Therapy for Young People

… Overview People with Down syndrome usually have some level of … Speech and language therapy. Children with Down syndrome usually learn to talk but do so … may make it difficult for children with Down syndrome to talk. Sign language can help …

Down Syndrome Ages 1 Month to 1 Year

… Topic Overview If your baby is born with Down syndrome , you will likely have many … like: Growth and development. Children with Down syndrome grow and develop in the same way … families in your area with children who have Down syndrome if you have not done so already. …

Down Syndrome Helping Your Child Eat Independently

… Overview Children with Down syndrome can learn to eat by themselves … Set aside time for the family to sit down together for meals. Make sure your child … about his or her progress in learning to eat. Down syndrome often affects the muscles in the …

Down Syndrome Helping Your Child Learn to Communicate

… Overview Children with Down syndrome usually have delayed speech and … language). On average, children with Down syndrome start using words around 16 … later than other children. Children with Down syndrome are often taught sign language …