Watch as Parents Magazine explains these baby care basics! The exact causes of Down Syndrome are not entirely known, but the risk increases with the mother's age. If your baby has just been diagnosed with Down Syndrome, you may be overwhelmed with questions. There are a few things to remember that can help ease some of your worry. First, you're not alone. Down Syndrome is the most common genetic condition--occurring in one in every 800 births. That means connecting with other parents for advice or encouragement is easy. Community support groups for parents of children with Down Syndrome are not hard to find. Second, your baby can live a full and productive life. People with Down Syndrome are living longer than every before, increasingly completing high school, and can live independently. Your child's increased risk of vision and heart problems make regular checkups essential. Here, it is important to have a health care provider who has experience caring for children with Down Syndrome. Overall, enjoy your baby. Even with added challenges, you will experience so much joy, just like with any child!
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