A Guide for New Parents
This project responds to an ever-growing
need of information for parents of children with Down’s syndrome : the
Bright Beginnings
new parents guide.
Bright Beginnings
is primarily for parents who have just been told their new born has Down’s
syndrome. However, experienced parents and medical professionals are
benefiting as well. This booklet was designed by experts who truly
understand the needs of children with Trisomy 21. Information and
advice is provided in a most caring and sensitive way.
We have recently published a third edition, with additional information on
healthcare in the United Kingdom and details of our proposal for Down’s
syndrome clinics. The booklet also contains stories that are written
by parents, for parents, sharing their experiences.
The response to
Bright Beginnings
has been overwhelmingly positive. To ensure the booklets reach as many
new parents as possible we have been distributing them free of charge
to Maternity Wards, Paediatricians, Midwives, Obstetricians and Parent
Support Groups in the regions where funding has been received.
Almost everyday we receive requests additional supplies from
parents and from medical professionals. Medical professionals are
recommending
Bright Beginnings to their colleagues
all over the country, including Scotland, Wales and Ireland. We have
even have requests to translate the booklet into other languages.
The original printing and some of the distribution and administrative costs
were paid for with Regional National Lottery grants from “Awards for All”.
Demand for Bright Beginnings continues month after month, any financial gift you can contribute would be greatly appreciated. Click here to Donate
Contact us for your copy:
Down’s Syndrome Research Foundation
18 Daws Hill Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 1PW
E-mail:
dsrf_uk
@ yahoo. com
Bright
Beginnings is supported by
NORMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST
THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST