I know that I have posted on this topic before, but I am going to continue to remind others of this again and again. Please read this post from my local Down syndrome support group. It drives me crazy when I hear a baby being called a "down's baby". I know it is easier to say it that way, but Logan is a baby who has Down syndrome. Please remember to put the person first before the disability.
People First Language post at DSFN
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I added you to my blog list so you are more than welcome to add us! Addy turned two on October 18th, she is our tiny little bean! BTW I hate when people say Downs kids too!
I hear what you're saying! Em isn't a Down's kid, she's a kid with Down's. I hate how everyone is so quick to label everyone and everything and put the description before the person. Ugh.
I completely agree Melanie! It is amazing to me that even some professionals that I encounter do not use people first language! It never ceases to amaze me! It almost hurts my ears!
I always tell people it is like saying "you look pretty in that dress" vs. "that dress looks pretty on you." The first compliments YOU, the second is a compliment to the dress. It is a matter of getting the words in the right place!
Yo Mamma Mamma!!...very well said!
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