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To those saying, "Down syndrome comes with health

To those saying, "Down syndrome comes with health problems"—

So does being human.

1 in 6 people worldwide lives with a disability.

More than 2.2 billion people have a vision impairment.

More than 1.5 billion people live with hearing loss.

Cardiovascular disease accounts for about 1 in 3 deaths globally.

Millions of children are diagnosed with developmental, intellectual, or learning disabilities.

A baby with Down syndrome may have an increased likelihood of certain medical conditions, but no baby is guaranteed a life free of illness, disability, or hardship.

Every child deserves the chance to live, love, learn, and be loved. A diagnosis does not determine a person's worth. ❤️

#notaglitch #downsyndromeawareness #mosaicdownsyndrome

#notaglitch #DownSyndromeAwareness

#notaglitch #DownSyndromeAwareness

Having a child is not choosing to have a "perfect"

Having a child is not choosing to have a "perfect" child. You can't try and try again until you get a "perfect" child. Are you perfect? Do you wear glasses? Have you had braces? Did you need ear tube surgery as a child? What about being small-chested? Or too short? Or whatever else we were bullied for? Yeah, none of us are perfect!

And honestly, I feel sorry for them. They'll never experience the smiles, hugs, and unconditional love a child like my daughter can provide. She deserves life, she deserves a chance, and she brings more joy to this world than they could ever imagine. 💞

#DownSyndromeAwareness #mosaicdownsyndrome #DownSyndrome

Can you believe a man called someone like my daugh

Can you believe a man called someone like my daughter a "glitch"? 😭 I can't.

#DownSyndrome #DownSyndromeAwareness #notaglitch

I am still speechless over the news of a very infl

I am still speechless over the news of a very influential couple not understanding the devastation their actions, shared across such a large platform, can cause to a community that has worked so hard to combat ignorance and misinformation.

But this much I know for certain:

My Mia, you are not a mistake. 💞

You are loved. You are valued. You are worthy.

You deserve life. You deserve to be given a chance.

Every child will face hardships in life. Some challenges are visible, and some are not. No life comes with guarantees, and no child is promised an easy path. But hardships do not determine a person's worth, they only make us stronger than 💪🏼.

Your life has purpose, meaning, and immeasurable value. The joy you bring, the love you share, and the lives you touch matter more than words can express.

To every individual with Down syndrome and every family who loves them: your lives are valuable, your voices matter, and your stories deserve to be told.

Every child deserves a chance. Every life has value. And every person deserves to be loved and celebrated for exactly who they are. 💙💛

#DownSyndromeAwareness #mosaicdownsyndrome #spreadlove

16 years ago we saw him at the Kokua Festival in H

16 years ago we saw him at the Kokua Festival in Hawaii. Today on our home turf @overtonparkshell we saw @jakeshimabukuro again along with some of our kiddos! Luckily @mptubinis and I still fit into our shirts from 2010 😅😜✨

Date night 💞✨ @overtonparkshell with @eastnashgras

Date night 💞✨ @overtonparkshell with @eastnashgrass

Happy #GlobalRunningDay, friends! Month 3 of consi

Happy #GlobalRunningDay, friends! Month 3 of consistent running again 💪🏼

What a beautiful night 💞@germantowncharity

What a beautiful night 💞@germantowncharity

Did you know that siblings of children with specia

Did you know that siblings of children with special needs often develop exceptional empathy and understanding? (Also✨bonus question at the end!)

Watching my children (and their friends ) interact with Mia through love and support reminds me that while this journey isn't always easy, it shapes hearts in beautiful ways. 💙

One reason is that they are exposed to differences from an early age in a very personal way. While every sibling's experience is unique, many siblings of children with special needs often:

💙 Learn that everyone has different strengths and challenges.

💙 Develop patience by adapting to situations that may require extra time, flexibility, or understanding.

💙 Become strong advocates after seeing their sibling navigate barriers or misunderstandings.

💙 Gain perspective by recognizing that not everyone's journey looks the same.

💙 Learn inclusion naturally because differences are part of their everyday life.

Research has found that many siblings of individuals with disabilities report higher levels of empathy, compassion, and social awareness. Of course, they may also face challenges, such as taking on extra responsibilities or feeling overlooked at times, but their experiences can foster a deep appreciation for acceptance and human connection.

BONUS QUESTION: What book am I reading?👇🏼

#SpecialNeedsFamily #SiblingLove #DownSyndromeAwareness #SpecialNeedsMom

He did not win 🤣💪🏼@mptubinis

He did not win 🤣💪🏼@mptubinis

Do you know what it feels like to be a wife, mom o

Do you know what it feels like to be a wife, mom of 6, special needs mom, and work-from-home mom? It feels like I am always forgetting something, always disappointing someone, always overwhelmed by the endless list of things to do.

Once upon a time, a boss called me the most productive person on the team. Now I feel like I’m completing nothing, handling nothing well, and dropping the ball everywhere. I got to the point where I was only dealing with the most pressing issue right in front of me — not looking too far ahead and not prioritizing anything. Basically just surviving long enough to get to the next thing done.

I’ve realized I have to pull myself out of this. Not because everything will suddenly get easier, but because living in constant survival mode is exhausting. So here is the list I’ve made for myself. 🤍

✨ Pray more, panic less
🤍 Take care of myself like I take care of everyone else
☀️ Accept that some days surviving is still enough
🌿 Move my body… even if it’s just a walk

I can’t pour from an empty cup. One day at a time.

Yes, children with Down syndrome can swim — and ma

Yes, children with Down syndrome can swim — and many absolutely thrive in the water. 💙

Swimming builds:
✨ Strength
✨ Confidence
✨ Coordination
✨ Independence
✨ Joy

Every child learns differently, and progress may look different too — but different does not mean impossible! And please don't ever tell Mia she can't be in water!! She is our mermaid 🧜🏼‍♀️

Some of the biggest milestones happen one small splash at a time. 🫶

To the parents showing up for therapies, lessons, encouragement, and every brave first step… keep going. Your kids are capable of amazing things. Let's not limit them because of our limited knowledge of what they can do!!

#DownSyndromeAwareness #DownSyndrome #NothingDownAboutIt #SpecialNeedsParenting #mosaicdownsyndrome

These last 6 years have stretched me in every way

These last 6 years have stretched me in every way — physically, mentally, and emotionally. I’m not always sure why God chose for our path to feel so uncertain and fluid, but here we are.

I went from being a marathon runner to a mom navigating a world I knew nothing about, carrying the weight of stress, exhaustion, and over 30 extra pounds. Somewhere along the way, I lost parts of myself trying to survive it all.

But slowly, little by little, I’m finding her again. 💕

I’ve lost 17 pounds and have been running consistently again for the last 2 months. It feels so good to feel strong again — not just physically, but mentally too. And yes, I know how quickly life can change. I know progress can feel fragile when life throws giant curveballs.

But today I’m choosing gratitude. I’m still here. Still trying. Still growing. Still running.

Friends, life is hard. It humbles all of us at some point. But don’t forget — if you’re still living, there’s still purpose ahead of you. Are you living too? ⬇️ Tell me how!! Please?

Also shout out to @katiekalsi_handbags for the amazing handbag and hand-painted strap I'll be wearing for Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Want to see what it's like for a big family at the

Want to see what it's like for a big family at the end of the school year...

We love our teachers 💕📝👩🏼‍🏫

Congratulations to Levi for being promoted to midd

Congratulations to Levi for being promoted to middle school 🙌🏼🙏🏼✨ Our family says goodbye to Sycamore after 3 kiddos and 8 years at the school. Definitely bittersweet 💞

Oops 😬 my bad #momfail She's my girl ♥️✨ 2 plus h

Oops 😬 my bad #momfail

She's my girl ♥️✨ 2 plus hours of sitting for her bros graduation and she was amazing 😍!!

Happy Graduation Day to Isaac 🎓✨ GHS ♥️ We are so

Happy Graduation Day to Isaac 🎓✨ GHS ♥️ We are so proud of you!

2 down, 4 to go 💪🏼🙌🏼 @mptubinis

May 16, 2009 💕 17 years 🙏🏼✨ what a life we've had

May 16, 2009 💕 17 years 🙏🏼✨ what a life we've had so far! Happy Anniversary, babe 😘 I love you. Thank you for a wonderful night at the Redbirds game!

(This weekend was a crazy one, so posting a day late 🫩)

The other day I was watching an Instagram reel of

The other day I was watching an Instagram reel of another child with Down syndrome reading, and I immediately started comparing Mia to him. 🥺

That’s why I believe the Bible warns us so strongly against jealousy and comparison—because if we let it, it can quietly take root and steal our joy... But also not so quietly! It can be a loud force of ruin in our lives.

I know where my identity lies, and where Mia’s does too—in our Creator, who gives each of us unique talents and gifts. But it still doesn't make those moments easier.

Later, I brought up my worries about Mia’s development to my husband, and he simply said, “God gave the gift of music to Mia.”

And he’s right. She sings without the stutter she sometimes has in typical speech. She holds a beat, keeps rhythm, and absolutely loves music. She shines when she's singing and dancing 🙌🏼✨✨

That is one of the beautiful gifts God chose to give her.

We will forever be grateful for exactly who Mia is, no matter what that looks like. 🤍
#mosaicdownsyndrome #downsyndromeawareness

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