If We Knew Then - Down Syndrome Podcast

40. Discussing Supports with Nikki McRory of McRory Pediatrics

Nikki McRory is the founder of McRory Pediatrics and in this episode Nikki gives us an insightful look at the different therapies that can help support your child in reaching their potential.
The McRory Pediatrics Website: https://www.mcrorypediatrics.com
The Hanen Centre: http://www.hanen.org/
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/01/21/40-discussing-supports-with-nikki-mcrory-of-mcrory-pediatrics/2
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39. Our Community Conversation with Steven Gustafson of 10,000 Maniacs

Steven Gustafson is a founding member and bassist of the band 10,000 Maniacs. His sister, Cathy, had Down syndrome and we got a chance to discuss with him the impact she had on his life and the lives around her.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/01/15/39-our-interview-with-steven-gustafson-from-10000-maniacs/2/
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38. Moving Into A New Year One Moment At A Time

In this episode Stephen and Lori discuss facing some of the difficulties of 2020 and how to move onto a fresh new year in a positive way.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/01/06/38-moving-into-a-new-year-one-moment-at-a-time/2/ 
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37. Our Community’s Response To Emmerdale’s Negative Storyline About Down Syndrome - Cristina Bowman

In this episode we talk with Cristina Bowman of Diff-Ability about the British soap opera Emmerdale and it’s recent storyline which depicts a couple having an abortion because their baby has Down syndrome. 
Petition against Emmerdale: https://www.change.org/p/itv-bin-emmerdale-s-prejudiced-storyline-about-down-s-syndrome?recruited_by_id=2f3349b0-f96d-11e5-80fd-c1f380c9ade0 
DIff-Ability: https://www.diffability.co.uk 
10% Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzOTYSYK2uvr96j-WowLKrxwDG-u9EsRx 
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/12/05/37-our-communitys-response-to-emmerdales-negative-storyline-about-down-syndrome-with-cristina-bowman/2/ 
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36. Giving Everyone Access to a Down Syndrome Specialty Clinic with DSC2U - Dr. Brian Skotko

We are thankful to have Dr. Brian Skotko on today’s episode. Dr. Brian is the director of the Down Syndrome Program at Massachusetts General Hospital, a Board-certified medical geneticist and has dedicated his professional energies toward children with cognitive and developmental disabilities.  Today we talk about his new online clinic, DSC2U, the importance of inclusion and how we as a community can help the medical profession improve their delivery of a Down syndrome diagnosis.
DSC2U: https://dsc2u.org 
LUMIND IDSC FOUNDATION: www.lumindidsc.org 
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/11/25/36-giving-everyone-access-to-a-down-syndrome-specialty-clinic-with-dsc2u-dr-brian-skotko/2/ 
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35. Building a Realistic Approach to a Healthy Dental Routine - Dr. Jill Lasky

In our second interview with Dr. Jill we discuss the methods and tools for parents who want to support their children in making good dental health habits.
Lasky Pediatric Dental Group: https://www.laskypediatricdental.com
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/11/19/35-creating-a-realistic-approach-to-a-healthy-dental-routine-dr-jill-lasky/2/ 
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34. How To Use The Summertime To Your Advantage

The summer is a time to play and relax but if you use it as a time to front load for the coming school year, as well, it can be that academic advantage you have been looking for.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/11/16/34-how-to-use-the-summertime-to-your-advantage/2/
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33. Our Congratulations Message to New Parents

We originally created this podcast to support parents of children with Down syndrome and this episode is directed specifically to new parents who have just recently received their child’s diagnosis. Our message is of hope and possibility in a world which often offers very little.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/11/13/33-our-congratulations-message-to-new-parents/2/
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32. Changing Our World - Chris Nikic’s 1% Philosophy

Chris joins us again with his parents, Nik and Patty to discuss how they have changed their approach to learning and how that has prepared Chris to do things no person with Down syndrome has ever done before.
Chris’s Website: https://chrisnikic.com 
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/11/05/32-changing-our-world-chris-nikics-1-philosophy/2/ 
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31. Using The Arts To Tell Your Story - A Conversation with Nic Novicki

Nic joins us again to talk about the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge and letting your voice be heard through the arts.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/10/29/31-using-the-arts-to-tell-your-story-a-conversation-with-nic-novicki/2/ 
The Easterseals Disability Film Challenge: https://disabilityfilmchallenge.com 
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30. Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Working Together To Change Perceptions

In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month we discuss our part, as a community, in changing the perceptions of Down syndrome through our thoughts and words. We also look back on some lessons we have learned from past guests.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/10/22/30-down-syndrome-awareness-month-working-together-to-change-perceptions/2/ 
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29. Insights Into Our First COVID-19 IEP Session

We just had our first Zoom IEP session since the pandemic started and we have found several new things that parents should be aware of. We also further discuss ways to prepare for these meetings and touch on questions every parent should ask their IEP team.
Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2020/10/15/29-insights-into-our-first-covid-19-iep-session/2/ 
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