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My adult daughter has Down syndrome. Her life is entirely different from what experts expected

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  • Michelle Sie Whitten

  • June 25, 2026

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    The author received a prenatal diagnosis indicating Down syndrome and was presented with misleading, fear-inducing information.

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    The statistic that 90% of pregnancies with Down syndrome are terminated is misleading, as it only reflects women who underwent amniocentesis.

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    Congenital heart defects in children with Down syndrome often resolve naturally, and many require only minor interventions.

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    Discrimination and biased assumptions remain significant barriers for individuals with Down syndrome, affecting their access to healthcare and opportunities.

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    The Global Down Syndrome Foundation aims to provide accurate information to expectant parents, countering outdated and biased narratives.

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My adult daughter has Down syndrome. Her life is entirely different from what experts expected

  • by Michelle Sie Whitten

  • June 25, 2026

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