If We Knew Then - Down Syndrome Podcast

56. My Twin Brother Has Down Syndrome: Our Community Conversation with Julia Toronczak

This week we talk to Julia Toronczak about her experiences and the lessons she’s learned by growing up with her twin brother Michael, who has Down syndrome. We focus on inclusion and equity in our community and beyond.
Beyond The Waves Blog: https://www.beyondthewavesblog.com
Beyond The Waves Podcast: https://www.beyondthewavesblog.com/podcast
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/05/20/56-my-twin-brother-has-down-syndrome-our-conversation-with-julia-toronczak/2/
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55. Coming Down The Mountain, Part 2: Why This Movie is so Important - An Interview with Director Julia Anne Robinson

Executive Director of ‘Bridgerton’, Julia Anne Robinson, joins us to discuss a film she directed in 2007 called ‘Coming Down The Mountain’ and starring Tommy Jessop and Nicholas Hoult. We breakdown this film that changed our lives and told some truths about the journey that rarely get talked about.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/05/12/55-coming-down-the-mountain-part-2-why-this-movie-is-so-important-an-interview-with-director-julia-anna-robinson/2/
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54. Mother (noun): An Ultimate Example of Its Kind - Our Mother’s Day Message

Happy Mother’s Day! Sunday, May 9, 2021 is Mother’s Day for our Canadian, Australian & American listeners.  Mothering Sunday in the UK was back in March and in Mexico, Mothers are celebrated every year on May 10th. Wherever you are, whomever you are and however you celebrate… this episode is for all the Mothers of the world.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/05/06/54-mother-noun-an-ultimate-example-of-its-kind-our-mothers-day-message/2/
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53. Discussing Infertility and a Down Syndrome Diagnosis with Natalie Spiteri

In this episode, Physical Therapist, Natalie Spiteri shares her personal journey through infertility, the impact of a diagnosis of Down syndrome and the yearning for the life she imagined beyond what she was told.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/04/29/53-discussing-infertility-and-a-down-syndrome-diagnosis-with-natalie-spiteri/2/
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52. A Community Conversation with Megyn Price: Celebrating Uncle Bill

This week we are joined by actress Megyn Price to discuss inclusion, the importance of encouraging others to express their uniqueness and how her Uncle, who had Down syndrome, affected her family in a positive way.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/04/22/52-a-conversation-with-megyn-price-celebrating-uncle-bill/2/
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51. Eleven Years With Liam: Celebrating Another Trip Around The Sun

This year Liam turned 11 and in this episode we reflect where we started, what we've learned and where we are. Let's celebrate... always celebrate.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/04/16/51-eleven-years-with-liam-celebrating-another-trip-around-the-sun/2/
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50. Acknowledging and Dismantling Fear’s Presence In Our Lives: An Interview with Karen Maezen Miller

Another beautiful conversation with Zen Buddhist Priest Karen Maezen Miller. We all have fears. What if we could see what is at the root of these fears, acknowledge and deconstruct them and then continue forward free from those fears.
Her books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Karen-Maezen-Miller/e/B001JP2RQ0/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/04/08/50-acknowledging-and-dismantling-fears-presence-in-our-lives-an-interview-with-karen-maezen-miller/2/
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49. Discussing Health and Inclusion with Pediatrician Dr. Mona Patel Gera

An enlightening conversation with Dr. Mona Patel Gera to answer the questions parents of children with Down syndrome often have.
Health Supervision Guidelines: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/developmental-disabilities/Documents/Health_Care_Information_for_Families_of_Children_with_Down_Syndrome.pdf
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/03/25/49-discussing-health-and-inclusion-with-pediatrician-dr-mona-patel-gera/2/
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48. World Down Syndrome Day: The Path To Finding Our Celebration

March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day and we discuss our personal journey to find our celebration and what it means to us.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/03/16/48-world-down-syndrome-day-the-path-to-finding-our-celebration/2/
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47. What Do We Do When Faced with Challenges and Negativity? An Interview with Karen Maezen Miller

As parents, we all find ourselves dealing with confusing emotions and challenges from time to time. In this conversation, Zen Buddhist Priest Karen Maezen Miller, gives us some guidance to help us deal with the negative.
Her books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Karen-Maezen-Miller/e/B001JP2RQ0/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1 
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/03/11/47-what-do-we-do-when-faced-with-challenges-and-negativity-an-interview-with-karen-maezen-miller/2/
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46. Coming Down The Mountain: Our Interview with Julie Anne Robinson

Our conversation with Executive Producer and Director of ‘Bridgerton’, Julie Anne Robinson about the film ‘Coming Down The Mountain’ and the importance of inclusion in media.
‘Coming Down The Mountain’ on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B082P67X6D/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r 
Frostig School: https://frostigschool.org
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/03/03/46-coming-down-the-mountain-our-interview-with-julie-anne-robinson/2/
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45. Speech Therapy with Kerri Wake of McRory Pediatrics

Speech Pathologist, Kerri Wake, joins us to talk about communication, supportive tools parents can provide their children and the pathways to receiving speech therapy in the school setting.
The McRory Pediatrics Website: https://www.mcrorypediatrics.com
The Hanen Centre: http://www.hanen.org/Home.aspx
Early Milestone List: https://speechhearing.columbian.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs1996/f/downloads/Milestonesguide.pdf
Article on the benefits of AAC (speech generating devices): https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1088&context=specedfacpub
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/02/25/45-speech-therapy-with-kerri-wake-of-mcrory-pediatrics/2/
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