New Parents

Welcome and congratulations on the birth of your new baby. We hope that you received a copy our new parents pack from your midwife in which you will find the booklets below, (access by clicking on the picture), which give you some information about babies who have Down’s syndrome.

We understand that you may be experiencing a wide range of emotions at this time, from feeling joy and excitement for the arrival of your new baby, to feelings of uncertainty, shock and disappointment. Or you may be feeling fearful and anxious about what the future will hold for your baby and your family, it might feel like there is just too much information to take in. We’re here for you to support you with any information you need or to answer any questions you want to ask.

Below you will find some information about caring for a baby with Down’s syndrome and the support we can offer.