Monday, October 26, 2015

Health Recommendations for Children with Down Syndrome - American Academy of Pediatrics Clinical Report

Since my daughter has Down syndrome, I get asked questions about health and what to expect for children with Down syndrome.  This is my go-to resource.  The American Academy of Pediatrics came out with a clinical health report for recommendations in 2011.  It is very helpful.  I often print out the entire report and take it to my daughter's doctor.  Be sure to check out Appendix 1 for a chart on what to have checked at certain ages.  You can find the link at:

 http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2011/07/21/peds.2011-1605.full.pdf+html