The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast
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.
Episodes
102 episodes
Self-Care: Mental Wellness for Parents + Caregivers
On the Season 10 finale of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Susan Fawcett and a panel of caregivers give us the lowdown on mental wellness for parents and caregivers.
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Season 10
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Episode 10
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1:37:51
I Don't Do Disabilities, and Other Lies I've Told Myself
On Season 10, Episode 9 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Adelle Purdham gives us the lowdown on her book, I Don’t Do Disabilities (and Other Lies I’ve Told Myself).
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Season 10
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Episode 9
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50:10
100th Episode Special: Ask Us Anything
On Season 10, Episode 8 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, we celebrate 100 episodes of the LowDOWN and invite you to ask us anything!
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Season 10
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Episode 8
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53:27
Kindred Spirits: Celebrating Down Syndrome Friendship
On Season 10, Episode 7 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Andrea Lee and a panel of young adults give us the lowdown on friendship amongst people with Down syndrome.
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Season 10
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Episode 7
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51:42
Family Spotlight: Meet the Bhatnagars
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.
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Season 10
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Episode 6
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52:31
Phonics the Right Way
On Season 10, Episode 5 of Judy Mackenzie O'Halloran gives us the lowdown on teaching phonics to learners with Down syndrome.
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Season 10
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Episode 5
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1:03:58
Why Doesn't My Kid Talk Yet?
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.
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Season 10
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Episode 4
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1:12:00
Student Spotlight: Andrew Ge + Alec Macinas
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.
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Season 10
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Episode 3
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24:03
Down Syndrome in the Era of Climate Change
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.
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Season 10
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Episode 2
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1:03:59
Who Am I? Explaining Down Syndrome to Your Child
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.
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Season 10
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Episode 1
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30:28
Sleep Tight: Troubleshooting Sleep Problems
On the Season 9 finale of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Hina Mahmood gives us the lowdown on trouble shooting sleep problems.
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Season 9
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Episode 10
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52:40
Martial Artists: Taekwondo and Down Syndrome
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.
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Season 9
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Episode 9
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29:36
Fun and Games: The Adventures of a Child Life Specialist
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.
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Season 9
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Episode 8
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35:54
Oliver: A Student Spotlight
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.
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Season 9
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Episode 7
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27:20
Balancing Act: Endocrinology and Down Syndrome
On Season 9, Episode 6 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, Dr. Natalie Baldauff gives us the lowdown on endocrinology and Down syndrome.
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Season 9
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Episode 6
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51:35
The Child Who Never Spoke: 23 ½ Lessons in Fragility
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.
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Season 9
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Episode 5
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48:58
Informing is Caring: The Information Practices of Canadian Caregivers
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.
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Season 9
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Episode 4
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37:37
Beautiful Brynn: The Mathew-Patel Family Spotlight
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.
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Season 9
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Episode 3
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31:34
Wise Counsel: Supporting Mental Health in Adults with Down Syndrome
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.
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Season 9
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Episode 2
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40:47
Smashing Stereotypes: A World Down Syndrome Day Special
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.
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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45:43
Showcasing Inclusivity: The Making of Chicken
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.
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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52:53
Speeding to Success: The Bruneau Family Spotlight
On Season 8, Episode 9 of The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast, the Bruneau family gives us the lowdown on their Down syndrome journey.
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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44:38
It's Complicated: When Down Syndrome Meets Autism
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.
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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1:22:28