Jamie Freeman
The Spectrum of Down Syndrome
“How ‘Down syndrome’ is he?”
Yes, I have actually had that question positioned to me on more than one occasion. Today, many years into my relationship with that extra chromosome, it makes me giggle. To...
A Mom’s Guide to the Friendship Circle
Imagine walking through large glass doors into a solarium-style lobby with a gigantic tree reaching its branches up through the center of three stories. Surrounding this lobby are the names of thousands of people...
Friluftsliv: Tips for Embracing the Detroit Winter | Part 1
Friluftsliv (pronounced free-loofts-liv): “A natural part of Norwegians' holidays and spare time that is deeply ingrained in the country's heritage. It's about embracing the outdoors, even in winter with its chilly temperatures. Taking time to...
What 7 Years of Down Syndrome Awareness Months Have Taught Me
I still remember it... my first Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
I was so full of hope, excitement, joy, and pride. I couldn't wait to post all the facts about Down syndrome, dispel myths, and shout...
Detroit Mom’s Introduction to The Friendship Circle
I’ve toured a lot of facilities developed to support individuals with various disabilities. I assumed Friendship Circle would be similar.
I was wrong.
I was immediately awestruck by the amount of thought and love they put...
FREE Digital Harry Potter Escape Room: Quarantine Edition
There is a very curious group of people in this world that find themselves enthralled with the magical world of Harry Potter. If you consider yourself, or your children, a member of this lot…then...
Another New Normal: The Transition from Early Intervention
Expecting mamas daydream about what it will be like to bring their child into this world. We have these amazing visions of the cooing sounds and the bonding. Almost as if you can smell...
Metro Detroit Sensory Friendly Fun Guide
Michigan is really stepping up its game when it comes to providing sensory friendly opportunities for families. If your kiddo is like mine and in need of a more sensory friendly experience when it...
Michigan IEP Resource Guide
Most Michiganders think of March through June as the beautiful time of year that the ugly winter makes way for the long-awaited Spring. For mamas of a child with special needs, this is also...
My Four Year Old is Curing Cancer
Children get rashes often. If you are a parent, I guarantee you have seen a few red dots on your child’s skin at one point or another and gave the doctor a call. It’s...