My Son Teddy
Submitted by Justin on Thursday, 22 October 200957 Comments
Hello everyone..I wanted to post a video of my son Teddy. It has a song that I love that makes me tear up every time. I wanted to kick this multimedia experience off by posting something of my own. I absolutely encourage you all to post your own pictures and videos. As the site grows it will become easier. Please enjoy .. 
hello, my name is ladonia. my son is two and he is the love of my life. my husband and i have five other children and he(patrik dewayne) is the only boy. i loved watching your movie tonight. i saw a lot of patrik in your boy. the way that he laughed, walked and played with his sibling. today we had to take patrik to his ds doctor and everything is going great. he is only a couple of months behind his age group. sorry for talking on and on but sometimes i need to just talk to people that live like we do.
ladonia
OMG! Teddy is so cute! I did get tears in my eyes watching your video… tears of happiness! My baby boy has DS, he”ll be 4 months old next week and I love him so much; he is such a gift to me! I log into this website late at night when everyone is asleep and I just read everyone’s stories and it really does help me get through my emotions and my fears; I don’t feel so lonely. I’ve never participated in this website yet, but your video just made my night and I wanted to tell you that. You showed me that my son can have a normal life and be happy…. my son is so loved by his family, just like I can see Teddy is, and we’ll do what ever it takes to make him as happy as Teddy is and have a great life! Thank You!
I have a little guy, Jack, who is 15 months. I just want to thank you for sharing the happiness and joy your family celebrates and for letting others see Teddy’s beautiful smile. He absolutely made my day!
15 months…that seems like a life time ago
thanks for the comment. You made my day also…I hope I get to know you and Jack in the future.
Justin
hi! my name is yadira! I’ve seen your video and it too made me tear up. I have a 4 month old baby (amber) who has DS. This does not run on either my husbands or my family, so to us DS is new. When i first found out Amber had DS, i broke down in tears, hoping that it will all be a dream-a terrible dream. But its been 4 months since we found out and i accept it… I loved your video because it taught me something… it taught me something i cannot explain. Thanks for posting the video. May God bless your baby and your entire family.
Hi! I just singned up for this site! I’m Yadira again, i don’t have friends here so how do i add you!?
Yadira,
I understand your feelings; we were also very scared and confused. What we have found is that Teddy is a great little boy and he has a bright future. We will do everything we can to prepare him for a great life just as we will for all of our kids.
Congratulations on your baby girl…Things are going to be great…
Justin
What a wonderful little boy. I loved the video. Teddy looks like he is such a joy and so much fun to be around. Thank you for sharing the video with all of us. It is such a help to see other families with children with DS. As another commented about this video, it makes us feel like we are not alone.
Laura,
Thank you very much for your comment. I’m so glad to meet you and your sweet daughter and I have to admin, I love reading your blog as I feel it adds so much value to both new and expecting parents. I will be adding a forum to the site in the next couple of days which I think will further enhance communication and community as well as hopefully help with our very unique experiences.
Thanks you very much!
Justin
My sister has downs!! And I consider all these kids a blessing to America!! This is the greatest viedo!!! So Emotional!! God Bless You ALL!!
I absolutely love your video.your son seems so full of love and happiness.what an inspiration.
loved your video
Thank you very much!
I know is very difficult to deal with difficulties in life.
but some times no matter what we do, what we think, how we act. It seems that is no answer to what we think or feel. Things happened
and there is no power in the universe to help us. So there is only one thing for us to try to do live every secound, minute, hour, day, to our capacity since we have no way out.
what else! thats life and some time life seema not fare. but what we can do. take day by day even secound after secound to coupe with live. I do not know how to write what I feel. but the important thing is that we still alive for our kids. And we should do our best day by day. If there is someone in this universe to have the answer to have a better life please let me know!
I loved the video. I saw much of our son Joe in Teddy. I’ve uploaded some videos of Joe onto my blog but I haven’t figured out how to get the Youtube videos to embed properly. Any hints that you could provide in that direction would be appreciated.
I just wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed this video. My brother Austin has DS. He is 7 now & he’s doing great! Your boy looks happier than ever and I can tell that you’re doing everything possible to make him experience all the joys that the world brings. Austin’s always laughing and smiling, probably the happiest little boy I’ve ever known. You can’t help but just love all children with downs because they’re always happy and they’re just so lovable. Your idea to create this website was amazing, and I thank you for that because now others will know how about this and can even get some advice and help. Take care, I wish you & your family the best.
How sweet it is!!! I have a 5yr old with DS. He is my world & my entire life! I believe in my heart that GOD put Down Syndrome children in this world to teach “normal” people how to love unconditionally. My son, Joshua, has taught me so very much about life & what kind of a person I want to be!!!!
Thank you for your video!!
much love,
Cindy
You are very welcome…I could not be more pleased that you dropped by and joined our little community.
thanks,
justin
OMG!!! it made me cry… so touching… thanks for sharing your happiness… =)
God bless..
-josh’s mom
Thank you so much for the kind words…Please come back and visit.
Justin
I just came across your video and I too was very impressed. Our daughter Lindsay is 11 now and even though she has her moments our lives wouldn’t be complete without her. I originally thought God gave us more than we could handle but I’ve come to realize that he brought her into our lives so that we would all become better people. Like Teddy she has a profound effect on everybody that meets her.
Continued success with your site. I’ll send some pictures at a later date (when I figure out how to do it)
Thank you for the kind comment. I need to get an updated on up there…they grow so fast. Please come back and hang out…the more the marrier. Looking forward to seeing your photos and getting to know you better..also, some great blogs are getting created…feel free to start your own…
Justin
Thank you so much! Please post some of your own videos on your blog (would love to see them) or alternatively, maybe put some photos in your photo album? That would be great also. Really would like to see more of you guys here.
Justin
Hi Bob..What is going on? Wondering if you need anything from me on your non profit initiative. Let’s discuss at your convenience.
Justin
Thank you for your kind comment…How are you doing Cindy? How is Joshua? It would be great to catch up …I’ve created a new photo album feature and it would be really cool if you would upload some pictures so we can all see each other…
Justin
THANK YOU SO MUCH…How are you? Cmon back, let’s get these kiddos together
how are you? How’s the non-profit? Let’s keep in touch..I’ve been out of pocket for a couple of months but I really wanted to sync up…Love the work you have done and would like to collaborate…Thanks so much for your nice words on the video.
Justin
Thank you. How have you been?
Thank you. How have you been?
Justin
How are you Charlene? Btw, thanks for the comment on my video…What have you been up to? How are things progressing? When you have a chance, drop me a line and we’ll catch up..Teddy is getting huge
Justin
Hi Justin
I just wanted to drop a couple of lines, to say how inspired I am now that Ive watched this.
I’m writing a book for kids about DS and I never knew how a child could be so cute and gorgeous.
I love Teddy.
Thank you so much Elaheh…You made my day!
Justin
This video was so sweet, brought tears to my eyes.
Thank you so much!
Justin
my baby 8 month old…i know he ds just a 5 month ago… i dont know much how to treat baby ds.. thi is my first child…. could u help me how treat my baby…?about activity or food ..
I couldn’t even get past the first minute, without tears rolling down my face. The song got to me and so do your precious little one. This video captured happiness, innocents and love. Amazing is all that I can say. Please continue to share your videos, photos and stories for that they bring; wisdom, joy and happiness to others. Thank you!
This video brought nothing but happiness and a few tears. Thank you for sharing this loving video, he is so precious!! Please continue to share your stories, videos and photos for that they bring; happiness, wisdom and love to others. You’re family is truly remarkable!
What an inspiration you are to post such a loving video about your son Teddy! My husband came into the room as I was watching this and asked me to replay it. He commented how neat and real it was and asked to see it a second time. We also have a little girl with Down syndrome and she is the love of our lives. Thank you for inspiring us to make our own video tomorrow. By the way, congrats on your beautiful little baby too.
Katia
downsyndromefootprint.org
Katia,
I like your website..Good luck!
Justin
.., i love teddy.. he is an angel who can’t enter heaven for now… take good care of him..
hi my name is daniele.
your son teddy is so cute!!!!
I have a 5 years old boy with downs and I heard a lot bad things from doctors when I found out I was having a down syndrome baby. I didn’t get sad or scared at any time but the thing that made me feel this way and no doctors advise me is the discrimination from people every where toward our kids.
Thank you Daniel,
I would love to see a video or some pictures little guy…There is a place to post some on your “profile” page. Thanks for the comment. I can’t wait to get to know you better.
Justin
This was a beautiful video and a very beautiful little boy.
hello people
Wow, I love the video and finding this place! Teddy’s video was awesome! ~~Ter
Hi all out of SA!!. Loved all the stories. So Justin looks like ya keeping the this togher here. My son is almost 4yrs and his name is Raoul. Strong name for a strong boy! Must admit still stressing about his future.
Sorry forgot to say Raoul has Translocation Trisomi 21 on the 14th chromosome – mmmmmmmmmmmmm spelling of all the words!!!
I’ve never participated in this website yet, but your video just made my night and I wanted to tell you that.
I love the video of Teddy and my hart gos out to you and Teddy god bless you and Teddy
Hello, just wanted to say SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL!!! I have a 3 yr. old grandson with DS and he is my HEART!!!
Teddy is so beautiful. My middle child has Down Syndrome, he is 23. He has taught me so much in the past 23 years, more than I ever taught him I’m sure. Children with Down Syndrome are just so full of love and affection. I love Teddy’s beautiful smile and laugh. I believe that God blesses parents to whom he gives children with Down Syndrome. Take care of your precious gift.
That was beautiful. This is my 1st time on this site…my Christopher is 6 years old and has DS. Thank you for sharing.
bonjour ;ça fait chaud au coeur de voir Tedy il est trop beau et si heureux que dieu vous le garde. moi aussi j ai un enfant trisomique il a un an et deux mois mais je suis malheureuse je ne croyais jamais que ça m arriverais je suis déjà très pauvre. avec mes deux enfants et mon mari on se battaient pour survivre et quand Saad et venu au monde avec cette maladie cest trop déficile pour nous surtout il faut qu il soit suivi par des medecins la kené tout ça ce n est pas gratuit au Maroc il n y a pas de soutien gratuit il y a des associations qui m ont demander de payer mais moi je n arrives même pas à lui acheter des couches et les vêtements je vous demande pardon de vous écrires tous ça mais j ai trop mal trop de voir son enfant malade sans rien faire
salut
c est trés jolie la vedeo tedy et les enfants comme lui méritent tout le bonheur du monde
He is so adorable. I believe God gives us children for different reasons. I think when children are born with disabilities, it’s to make us stronger and God knows who to entrust these kids to. You’re obviosly one of God’s warriors, it must be a pleasure to have such a wonderful little boy in your life.
Thank you so much Bonnie… I am so touched.
Justin
What a delightful video. I visited the website as I have Special Needs qualifications and many years experience and am hoping to transfer across from my present employment to working as a tutor of a young ds child in the emirates where I presently reside. Enjoy Teddy he is indeed a beautiful little boy. I have two relatives with down syndrome children, one already in adulthood and they are much loved and precious.
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