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First Five Things to Do After Your Child Is Diagnosed with Down Syndrome

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1: READ this message for new parents to get a little more hopeful outlook.

2: BUY "Babies with Down Syndrome," a new parent's guide.

3: SEARCH for organizations and resources in your area on the National Down Syndrome Society's site.

4: JOIN UpsNDowns or another e-mail support group to share ideas and feelings with fellow parents.

5: VISIT our listing of Down syndrome links for more information and ideas.

Do you have suggestions for parents of children newly diagnosed with Down syndrome? Please share them in the forum.
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