We were asked by a medical student that’s in his last year of residency to answer the questions below. His presentation was on what will parents with Down syndrome children need from their doctors. Good afternoon, I’ve answered the questions below. I hope this helps! Patra 1. How did she find out? I found out Aidan had Down Syndrome at the hospital after birth but it was confirmed at his follow up appointment. 2. How did she take the news? I was scared and anxious. I was 22 years old and it was my first baby so it was a lot to take in. I immediately did my research on Down syndrome. 3. Some of ..read more

Kindergarten Here We Come✏️ I can’t believe it has been 6 years since I laid eyes on Aidan for the first time. It hit me at his graduation that he would no longer be at Easterseals. The place that we got so comfortable with is no longer going to be our safe haven. Even when he changed teachers at Easterseals, I still felt a sense of security just because we were in a familiar space. I’ve heard many stories on how the kids are normally ok and it’s really the parents who have it hard.. I’m that parent lol! I feel a sense of relief when Aidan would grab his backpack and head towards the door and ..read more

Featuring: Brown and Calhoun Funeral Service located in Little Rock, Arkansas (Travel is Available) This post is for informational purposes only. Brown and Calhoun Funeral Service has given Aidan’s Palace permission to make this post. The information provided is directly from https://www.bandcfuneral.com Thank you BROWN AND CALHOUN FUNERAL SERVICE Services Offered Funeral Service Memorial Service Online Memorial Overnight Service Burial Cremation Pre-planning Grief Support Life insurance Limousine Rental View Services: Our Services | Brown-Calhoun Funeral Service | Little Rock AR funeral ho ..read more

Featuring: Attorney Dequeshia Prude-Wheeler Black Girl Magic✨ 1. What is the name of your business? Prude Legacy Law Group, PLLC 2. Why did you decide to start your business? It has always been in the back of my mind to start my own firm since I started law school. However, I let fear keep me from doing it and instead take the cushy, easier route. I landed what I thought was my dream job last year and then a few months ago my position was eliminated due to Covid-19. A few weeks before I was let go, God spoke to me and told me now was the time to start my firm. I was confused because I was in ..read more

Featuring: Tiffany Cannon & Jayce Cannon 1. Child’s name and date of birth. Jayce Cayslee Cannon DOB: 05/24/2018 2. How was your pregnancy? My pregnancy was fairly easy (my delivery was the total opposite lol). I had a little morning sickness in the beginning but wasn’t too major. My cravings were off the wall. I craved Dr Pepper and milk which are my two least favorite drinks non pregnancy! I also could not eat any type of meat! I tried to sparingly eat chicken but it got to the point that just the smell of cooking meat made me sick. I think I ate rice and vegetables everyday. I did not ..read more

Greatest Dad & PaPa Saying I have the greatest dad is an understatement for sure! I’m still trying to figure out how he was able to raise three girls and still be sane. He is a great example of putting your family first and he for sure lives by this statement. Not only is he an amazing father, he’s the best grandpa in the world! He loves his grandkids just like they are his own. He has kept us close and showed us how to genuinely love one another and we are thankful. He is a true man of his word and he has always completed every task and goal set. Work and family is all he know and there i ..read more

Featuring: Christina Alvarado  1. Child’s name and date of birth. Isabella (Bella) Dawn Alvarado DOB 9/2/13 2. How was your pregnancy? I found myself wanting to give the best version of my pregnancy the first time I started typing the answer to this question. I now wish to share the raw story of my pregnancy and the truth is, it was hard and emotional. I moved to Arkansas from Mississippi in December of 2010 to be with Bella's biological father. I was still very new to the area and had no family or established friends yet. I was barely a year in a new job when I found out I was ..read more

Dear Aidan, You are currently 5 years old and you are living in a time that will mark history. I want you to know that I will always pray for you, protect you and love you dearly This world has never been fair for black people but we have learned to live around it. For many years we have been judged by the way we look before even opening our mouths. You will always need to know that you are loved and you are special! I love everything about you, your handsome face, your little hands, your little feet, your eyes, your nose, your mouth, your voice, your ears, your arms, your legs, your belly, y ..read more

Featuring: Jaymi and Charleigh Primus 1. Child‘s name and date of birth. Charleigh Faith Primus -April 17,2017 2. How was your pregnancy? The beginning of my pregnancy was kind of scary for me. I had miscarried right before Charleigh. I was very nervous so every little thing I was running to the ER. Overall the whole pregnancy was amazing. I actually went into labor the day I was due, but didn’t have her until next day. I remember the day I went into labor like it was yesterday, I woke up and just couldn’t find the energy to get ready for church. I decided not to go and I was having what I tho ..read more

04-24-2020 I enjoyed reading your post. It was so nice you can write a book. -MA Boss Mom I feel so blessed to be able to say “Ma”. Our mother is heaven sent and we love her dearly. With a heart of gold she is always helping her family, friends and her community. She started her own catering business called Bouvier’s Catering and she has done numerous events over the years. I look up to my mom because she’s a great mom/grandma, has a giving soul and she is a business woman. She’s ambitious, smart, driven and she can count money with her eyes closed. My mom loves her business but most important ..read more