Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast

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The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast brings a professional perspective on issues facing individuals with Down syndrome and their loved ones. Hosts Marla Folden and Hina Mahmood of the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation welcome North America's leading Down syndrome experts, parents and self-advocates to cover topics from across the lifespan including health, physical and intellectual development, advocacy, employment and much more.

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Down Syndrome Resource Foundation

Episodes

Family Spotlight: Meet the Bhatnagars 16.10.2024 52:31

On Season 10, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Kim and Tim Bhatnagar give us the lowdown on life with their son Tommy. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Phonics the Right Way 09.10.2024 1:03:58

On Season 10, Episode 5 of Judy Mackenzie O'Halloran gives us the lowdown on teaching phonics to learners with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Why Doesn't My Kid Talk Yet? 02.10.2024 1:12:00

On Season 10, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Marla Folden gives us the lowdown on supporting your child’s speech development. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple...

Student Spotlight: Andrew Ge + Alec Macinas 25.09.2024 24:03

On Season 10, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Andrew Gee and Alec Macinas give us the lowdown on their experiences as students with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating...

Down Syndrome in the Era of Climate Change 18.09.2024 1:03:59

On Season 10, Episode 2 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Glen Hoos gives us the lowdown on how climate change impacts people with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review o...

Who Am I? Explaining Down Syndrome to Your Child 11.09.2024 30:28

On the Season 10 premiere of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Sarah, Craig, and Lynn Shishido give us the lowdown on telling your child that they have Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a r...

Sleep Tight: Troubleshooting Sleep Problems 22.05.2024 52:40

On the Season 9 finale of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Hina Mahmood gives us the lowdown on trouble shooting sleep problems. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Martial Artists: Taekwondo and Down Syndrome 15.05.2024 29:36

On Season 9, Episode 9 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Darryl and Darius Andaya give us the lowdown on taekwondo for people with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review o...

Fun and Games: The Adventures of a Child Life Specialist 08.05.2024 35:54

On Season 9, Episode 8 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dawn McKellar gives us the lowdown on her work as a child life specialist. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast...

Oliver: A Student Spotlight 01.05.2024 27:20

On Season 9, Episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Oliver Sutherland gives us the lowdown on life as a young adult with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on App...

Balancing Act: Endocrinology and Down Syndrome 24.04.2024 51:35

On Season 9, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Natalie Baldauff gives us the lowdown on endocrinology and Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podc...

The Child Who Never Spoke: 23 ½ Lessons in Fragility 17.04.2024 48:58

On Season 9, Episode 5 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Christina Nehring gives us the lowdown on her book, The Child Who Never Spoke. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Pod...

Informing is Caring: The Information Practices of Canadian Caregivers 10.04.2024 37:37

On Season 9, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Kim Humes gives us the lowdown on the information practices of Canadian family caregivers. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review...

Beautiful Brynn: The Mathew-Patel Family Spotlight 03.04.2024 31:34

On Season 9, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, the Mathew-Patel family gives us the lowdown on life with their daughter Brynn. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Po...

Wise Counsel: Supporting Mental Health in Adults with Down Syndrome 27.03.2024 40:47

On Season 9, Episode 2 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Abby Rowley and Michele Mattox give us the lowdown on counseling adults with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and revie...

Smashing Stereotypes: A World Down Syndrome Day Special 21.03.2024 45:43

On the Season 9 premiere of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Cassidy Fraser and Rebecca Reich, along with their teacher Lizzie Carolan, give us the lowdown on Down syndrome stereotypes. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Tw...

Showcasing Inclusivity: The Making of Chicken 15.11.2023 52:53

On the Season 8 finale of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Aaron Waddingham, Lucy McNulty, and Emma Pollard give us the lowdown on the making of their award winning film, Chicken. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter...

Speeding to Success: The Bruneau Family Spotlight 08.11.2023 44:38

On Season 8, Episode 9 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, the Bruneau family gives us the lowdown on their Down syndrome journey. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

It's Complicated: When Down Syndrome Meets Autism 01.11.2023 1:22:28

On season 8, episode 8 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Rebecca Gradzinski and Dr. Heather Hazlett give us the lowdown on autism and Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and r...

Unlocking Independence: Supports for Adults with Down Syndrome 25.10.2023 54:11

On season 8, episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Janice Pearson and Glen Hoos give us the lowdown on supports for adults with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and revie...

Grieving Together: Helping People with Down Syndrome Cope with Loss 18.10.2023 37:56

On season 8, episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Rose Reif gives us the lowdown on helping people with Down syndrome process grief. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple...

Centre Stage: Improv for People with Down Syndrome 11.10.2023 47:30

On season 8, episode 5 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Liv Meriano and three performers give us the lowdown on improv for people with Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and revi...

Epilepsy + Down Syndrome 04.10.2023 1:03:13

On Season 8, Episode 4 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Meagen O'Neill and Dr. Nicole Baumer give us the lowdown on epilepsy and Down syndrome. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and...

Escape Artist: Reining in a Runner 27.09.2023 53:06

On Season 8, Episode 3 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Sara Peralta and Glen Hoos give us the lowdown on reining in a runner. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

DSC2U: Down Syndrome Clinic to You 20.09.2023 58:38

On Season 8, Episode 2 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Brian Skotko gives us the lowdown on Down Syndrome Clinic to You. Rabih Haddad provides a parent's perspective. Support the show The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast is produced by the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Learn more and support the podcast at DSRF.org . Follow @DSRFCanada on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter ....