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This is a story that strives to answer the question, Why would you have a child who would be mentally and physically challenged? This question is asked, most often in a whisper, when a woman reveals that she has chosen to accept her unbornMoreThis is a story that strives to answer the question, Why would you have a child who would be mentally and physically challenged? This question is asked, most often in a whisper, when a woman reveals that she has chosen to accept her unborn child-even though that child will be born with serious health issues or retardation.Diagnosis Down: The Christopher Kaylor Story is written in the style of a journal. It chronicles the events during the pregnancy and birth of Christopher, first-born son of the Kaylor family. The story explores the experiences of Dawn Kaylor and her husband, Charles Kaylor, and their feelings and emotions about having a child with Down syndrome. This book also reveals how a woman and her husband consider the importance of each aspect of their daily lives upon learning their sons diagnosis. The Kaylors begin to ask themselves, Is this a tragedy or a gift?Dawn Kaylor digs deep into her heart and soul and unfolds a story of the unlimited joy of having a baby matched against the grief of possibly losing him, along with the unknown challenges that await her on this journey.Diagnosis Down looks at the support systems developed by family, friends, and Down syndrome organizations and the evolution of spirituality, proving that miracles can and do happen in this life.This book offers insights and understanding of the process of living with a Down syndrome child and discovering the strength and fortitude necessary to meet all the challenges of rearing that child. Above all, it is a book filled with inspiration and hope. Diagnosis Down: The Chirstopher Kaylor Story by Dawn Pecorino Kaylor
