‘Always feel that you can ask for information or advice - as many questions and as often as you need. Ask the people you trust and who can give you the information you need.’ 
Dr Una MacFadyen, Paediatric Consultant....

Many parts of the body do not develop properly when there is a chromosome abnormality, and babies suffer from 'failure to thrive' and feeding difficulties causing slow growth and low weight gains.....

Here we explore in detail many of the practical problems of caring for a baby with trisomy 13, 18, or a related disorder. Discuss any worries with your GP or paediatrician.....

A delightful video featuring babies and children with various chromosome disorders, watch this video....

Saturday, 17 October 2009: Birthday Surprises Liam’s sneaky arrival!!! At 1am I started to have Braxton Hicks contractions. 20 minutes later I was on the phone to the labour ward....

Noah was born on the 18th January 2006, 33 weeks and 6 days early. He was born by emergency c section as he wasn't growing....

4^th Jan 2010 – 4^th Feb 2010. Trisomy 18 Angel
The day had arrived when I would meet my baby. I was 42 weeks pregnant and going into hospital to have my 
labour induced....

If you are preparing for the birth of a baby with one of these syndromes, or care for a baby or child, there may be a Children's Hospice in your area providing 'home from home' support. Hospice details...