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    Down Syndrome Diagnosis

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    How do doctors diagnose Down syndrome? Three types of tests check for Down syndrome during a woman’s pregnancy: screening and diagnostic tests. Screening tests identify a mother who is likely carrying a baby with Down syndrome. The most common screening tests are the Triple Screen and the Alpha-Fetoprotein Plus. These...
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    Books and Videos Relating to Down Syndrome

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    Director: Will Schermerhorn Studio: Blueberry Shoes Productions LLC, DVD Release Date: December 23, 2003 Woodbine House is very pleased to bring you this video, created by Will Schermerhorn, and filled with adorable images of babies with Down syndrome, inspiring stories of parents, and practical information from the leading Down syndrome...
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    Top Ten IEP Tips

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    Special Needs IEP Tips The special education advisory council posted the following advice on how to “deal” with your child’s IEP. Their advice is invaluable. More information can be found on their website here. Preparation is a must! If it’s a MET meeting, you need the evaluation to review. Request...

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