New Parent? Parents Helping Parents has a Down syndrome packet for parents who just gave birth or are expecting. It includes resources and information about Down syndrome, Parents Helping Parents, Silicon Valley Down Syndrome Network (SVDSN), California's early intervention program (Early Start), and more. PHP sends a gift of lovely handmade baby blankets to infants 12 months old and younger. PHP can also assist you in connecting with an experienced parent. For more information contact PHP's Community & Family Services Department (408)727-5775.

The PHP library has several books and videos about Down syndrome. For families with young children we have the new video, Down Syndrome: The first 18 months. This is an excellent resource for new families with information on medical needs, early intervention, etc. We also have Libby Kumin's new book Early Communication Skills for Children with Down Syndrome and Joan Medlin's book, The Down Syndrome Nutritional Handbook. Click on the PHP Library link and search under Down syndrome for a complete list of our over 120 resources on Down syndrome.

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The National Down Syndrome Congress provides accurate and up to date information. "You have a beautiful new baby.  Recently, I've had the great pleasure of holding a number of soft, beautiful babies who have Down syndrome. Their parents want to find out what it all means, what they can do, what to think about the future." Visit the National Down Syndrome Congress to read this full article.  http://www.ndsccenter.org/resources/package2.php

Down syndrome brochure (PDF)

Facts about Down syndrome