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Down Syndrome Grooming and Hygiene

… Overview As your child with Down syndrome enters puberty, grooming and hygiene become increasingly …
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Down syndrome autism and developmental delays

… difficult. Down syndrome is a set of physical and mental traits caused by a gene … difficult. Down syndrome is a set of physical and mental traits caused by a gene …
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Down Syndrome Ages 5 to 13

Topic Overview If your child with Down syndrome is between the ages of 5 and 13, you will likely have ongoing questions and concerns. Your doctor can help answer your questions. And he or she can …
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Down Syndrome Helping Your Child Dress Independently

Overview Children with Down syndrome who do not have severe physical disabilities can learn to dress themselves. Teach your child how to dress himself or herself by taking extra time to explain and …
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Down Syndrome

… way a baby's body and brain develop during pregnancy and after birth. Doctors don't know … a baby with the condition. People who are planning to get pregnant and have concerns … This may include speech therapy, nutrition advice from a registered dietitian, or …
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Down Syndrome Helping Your Child Avoid Social Problems

… Overview Your child may have developmental delays as … types of problems by being aware and helping your child learn how to avoid dangerous … or her self-esteem . Know what to expect as your child with Down syndrome grows and …
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Down Syndrome Ages Birth to 1 Month

… your area. An early-intervention program (for babies and children younger than 3 years) … your area. An early-intervention program (for babies and children younger than 3 years) …
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Down Syndrome Ages 1 to 5

… Topic Overview If your child who has Down syndrome is between the ages of 1 and 5 years, … MD - Family Medicine Louis Pellegrino MD - Developmental Pediatrics Current as of: March …
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Down Syndrome Training and Therapy for Young People

… manage emotional issues. The common types of therapy and training include: Speech and language therapy. Children with Down syndrome usually … gap to enhance their communication. Physiotherapy . The goal of physiotherapy is to make …
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Down Syndrome Ages 1 Month to 1 Year

… (for babies and children younger than 3 years) monitors and encourages the development … (for babies and children younger than 3 years) monitors and encourages the development …