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Congratulations!
Congratulations on the birth, or expected birth, of your baby! You probably have a million
questions, concerns and fears right now. That's okay. The most important thing to keep in mind
is that a diagnosis of Down syndrome is not as life-changing as the fact that you have a new
baby. And in most ways, your baby will be just like other infants. Every baby needs to be fed,
held and most of all, loved.

There will be challenges in raising your child, but there will also be many, many joys. It's normal
to be nervous about what lies ahead, but remember that Down syndrome is a condition your
baby has, it is not who your baby is. Now is the time to begin learning all you can about Down
syndrome and this Web site is a great place to start. - National Down Syndrome Society
First Steps Information
What is First Steps?

First Steps is a statewide early intervention system which provides services to children
from birth to age three with developmental disabilities and their families.  First Steps is
Kentucky's response to the federal initiative called the Infant-Toddler Program (ITP)
established by Public Law 99-457 Part C. First Steps offers comprehensive services
through coordination with a variety of community agencies and service disciplines. First
Steps is administered by the Department for Public Health within the Cabinet for Health
and Family Services.

Family Guide to Services

A "Step by Step" Family Guide For Transition into Preschool
New Parent Information