Trisomy 21 Program Patient Stories

Rosie was born with Down syndrome and later developed alopecia (hair loss), and she doesn’t try to hide her differences — she embraces them.

Hazel is now a high-spirited toddler, a sharp contrast to the early-term baby who was born with Down syndrome and a congenital heart defect.

Now 18 months old, Regan is a happy, silly baby who enjoys playing peekaboo, looking in the mirror and snuggling her baby doll.

Every day is a new adventure for Aidan, a 1-year-old with Down syndrome who embraces each new challenge with a smile on his face.

Over the past few years, Audrey has met all her milestones — and now she is preparing for the 2019 CHOP Buddy Walk®.

When Brody was born, his parents were shocked to learn he had Down syndrome. Today, they've learned to embrace the unexpected with their 12-year-old son.

For 15-year-old Eve, every day is a new adventure and she can't wait to see what's next: fashion, sports or travel.

Activities may be a bit harder for Kendall, 2, who has Down syndrome, but he's determined to keep trying to succeed.

Neva, an 11-year-old with Down syndrome, is confident, full of joy and ready for anything, with the support of her family.