Mom got a surprise at birth. Now, she has a message l GMA

[@Mj-nd6wt]

I loved what she said at the end. "I wouldn't change Micah for the world but for you, I would change the world " absolutely beautiful.

[@julespeace684]

What an amazing mom.

[@Shiharaariel]

It made me cry!

[@nissawanichsuksombat8999]

I was very moved by this quote as well. A sentiment more humans should have 💞

[@jst4572]

That’s what got me 😢

[@lisapan9387]

Yes

[@alexzandria6803]

There’s a man at my job that has Down syndrome. He drives, he works and he’s the sweetest man at my job. ♥️

[@letrice2892]

my mother had a co worker who is a woman and from the time I was 8 yrs old shes worked with my mother as a nyc employee yes she had down syndrome and lived in a housing complex that was specifically for ppl with mental and developmental disabilities but that lady came to work every day did her job and wasn't treated any differently from others and she's currently retired from the job and enjoying her life shes always been a testament to me that ppl with down syndrome can do any thing if given the chance to do so

[@lauraroberts4081]

Mary at my local grocery has been waiting on us for 20 yrs and always has a sweet smile.After I was 😷 sick and didn't go anywhere 4 months Mary was so happy to see me.She is our Kroger 😇💙💜

[@sandasturner9529]

He's a real MVP for actually learning to drive. 💯

[@alexzandria6803]

@Daniela WTH!? Are you saying I should hit on a man with Down syndrome because he’s kind? That’s like taking advantage of a child. The handicapped date the handicapped. You don’t take advantage of someone like that.

[@Sook995]

@Daniela nice response 'not excuse 🤔

[@Charmingpreppylife]

Our homecoming king in HS had downs and not only did he work, he drove, he ran track, swam. It is absolutely possible to have a rich, “average” life like anyone else. And even to go above and beyond. He’s a cutie! Congrats!

[@aprilgarrett2596]

That's amazing! That's honestly so normal to see. People with down's syndrome lead regular lives like the rest of us! It's so inpsiring!

[@Charmingpreppylife]

@@aprilgarrett2596 And he was a huge prankster lol he had half of us girls yelling at him almost daily for the stunts he pulled 😂👌

[@MariaGarcia-by8yg]

I'm so happy that you shared this. 💗

[@emaw3420]

The husband was so kind, gentle, and loving the way he handled the situation. What a wonderful man.

[@christiebowles7410]

Yes i thought so too!! His eyes w worry in them. What a sweetheart

[@human-qp1mf]

I agree. My grandson was born with a cleft palate, his whole front lip and roof of his mouth was gone. It was always interesting at feeding time. 🙄😆🙏 When I first saw him I loved him immediately. We were in a store once and a older lady came up and said please don't take offense but I admire you two so much. We just acted like, oh we don't care, he's gorgeous to us. I knew what she meant and we weren't offended. We just said Thank you for your encouragement, it isn't easy. She had tears in her eyes. Great miracles in the surgery department! He looks great. Just a little scar on his lip.

[@rf5963]

So wonderful that he has parents so wise for their years. My cousin has down syndrome. She got married when she was in her 30s, was widowed 20 years later and now she is going on 60 and is one of the happiest people I know!

[@dawnhewitt-thegluten-freeg3100]

Fantastic!!! 😍😍😍

[@alexiswilliamsinc]

💌

[@vinegrafted]

Ahhhh what a great saying “…I wouldn’t change you for the world, but for you, I will change the world…” he is precious and so is your family!

[@murisanfamily]

Yes i love that so much

[@biohazard737]

What great quote. I felt that

[@roseluv21dh74]

😭😭😭😭 Very well said.

[@paulinehigham900]

Such a happy beautiful boy 😊💙

[@nicoleloves9483]

I agree

[@irisrussell2831]

My sister has Down syndrome she is now 33 and works and has a boyfriend 🥰 she is the sweetest person and she gives unconditionally ❤️ love… the world underestimates these special people! He is going to grow up and be more amazing than he already is ❤️

[@shelly8965luv]

🥰🥰❤️❤️

[@evelynherrera-gonzalez1474]

🥰🥰🥰

[@RareTS]

people just dont like people who are different or they dont understand everyone needs to be more accepting

[@suzanne296]

Very touching and she's blessed to have you as a sister.

[@mmichy]

Awesome ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@angelaqarizadha4343]

People with Down syndrome are extremely smart; they just have a harder time articulating what they mean. Never ever make the mistake of thinking they aren't capable of doing something; they are beautiful, and we'll surprise you every time. Just love him the way you already do. ❤️

[@ricardogriffin7952]

Your right 😘 l

[@lenitaa7938]

Actually, their IQ varies! They can be slow or close to normal! They can have issues with the heart, and gastro issues that's often surgically correctable!

[@lindag4544]

no, by definition not “smart” in the usual sense:; always cognitively impaired to a minor or severe extent. But YES they can live wonderful lives and are often loving sweet people. Being supportive of people with Down syndrome should not include distorting or lying about facts.

[@intherockies]

@@lenitaa7938 yes it varies like everyone else but you didn't include smart.

[@mimithemermaid3860]

Sweet closing words from a loving Mom: “Micah, I wouldn’t change you for the world, but for you, I would change the world”. I hope she gets/stays involved in advocating for her son and others like him whose parents are more distraught and less optimistic about their children’s future. Micah is adorable!!! That smile!!! I think he and others like him will change the world, especially with loving and supportive parents/families/communities surrounding him!

[@janderson947]

He is soo precious his smile is adorable 😍

[@scotthamilton7579]

Absolutely he will along with so many others. Little angels sent straight from heaven 😇🤍

[@makeupmakeupmakeup7471]

Such an inspiring saying. Great mom.

[@calicocritterscrafts886]

We were told our son would most likely have Downs. He didn’t. He was born autistic instead. He is living his best life and honestly, like you, I wouldn’t change a thing :) He keeps us on our toes and smiling every single day. Bless you and your family for sharing such an amazing experience

[@solangelalebron1348]

Yeah that happened to me too. They told me my son had a possibility of having down syndrome, the chances were 1:120 (which now I know why those numbers were the ratio and symbolic) but instead he was born with Asperger's (a milder form of autism) Its the foods we are ingesting because animals get down syndrome too. There is this bull cow who is called Billy, and he has down syndrome. Even his horns are lopsided, uneven and a little twisted. Lol I do not like Billy, because although Billy has an impairment, he is also a bully. "Bull cow Billy the Bully". Lol Hence the term Bull/Bully.

[@SK-ut6tw]

I was told this as well. They gave me the option to terminate. She came out healthy and didn't have downs. Imagine how many babies are aborted poor medical diagnosis..

[@goofybutserious4807]

Hey he should be thankful that he has a perfectly healthy heart at least. Not everyone gets one

[@OnceShy_TwiceBitten]

How can they tell in advance?

[@Diana-queenie38]

@@OnceShy_TwiceBitten they perform a test call amniocentesis test. Usually tells you if your child is likely to have downs syndrome or spina bifida.

[@aniwahyas5357]

What a sweet and beautiful boy! Micah is blessed to have you as his parents and you are blessed to have him.

[@RemindThemAboutGeorgeFloyd]

Tens of thousands of dollars to nothing

[@nemi-mout1874]

❤️

[@pantoponrosegoatoe4129]

My second cousin had Downs Syndrome. He had a fantastic education, a job ( 2 jobs) and his own apartment! Pretty great as he was born in the late 1950’s when this was not as supported as it is these days. Fortunately, he was born into a progressive family with lots of educators. He was a huge blessing to all that knew him. ❤️

[@ShuridRahman]

You said was? If you don’t mind me asking, did something happen to him?

[@LDuke-pc7kq]

You should write his story, the world needs hear his story

[@ShuridRahman]

@Mara Saiera That’s so sad. Hopefully in the future more treatments become available to help people with Down syndrome. Thank you for sharing that.

[@shavme3120]

My son is 15 almost 16 years old and he has Down Syndrome! Complete surprise, didn’t detect it on the ultrasound or when I took a blood test! My son is the best thing that has happened to me!!!! Your so lucky 🍀

[@hanillegiolo3386]

@@sheismightybecauseofgod3709 .. _she_ .... didn't *_say_* it..😐😐

[@honeybdream]

💕💕💕

[@carrisa5056]

Oh wow it didn’t show on the blood test

[@shavme3120]

@@carrisa5056 no they made me drink some orange stuff, then I had to wait an hour and they took my blood! They did this because they said they seen a small defect on his heart! When they took my blood , everything came back normal! So when I had him I knew something was wrong without even getting a chance to see him yet, ONLY BECAUSE They immediately called about 7 other NURSES AND DOCTORS IN THE ROOM!

[@carrisa5056]

@@shavme3120 I am so sorry but I’m sure your son is the sweetest inside and out but I am concerned because they do a blood test between 11 to 14 weeks that should give an indication if the child will have Down syndrome and it makes me wonder what is the purpose of the blood test if it’s not accurate but the blood test you took sounds like a glucose tolerance test to check if you have diabetes during your pregnancy I did that too

[@Denise11Schultz]

I know an adult Down Syndrome person, and he is kind of an angel. He came with me to the hospital when my wrist got broken at age 61. He sat with me in the waiting room for a long time, and I felt really blessed and cared for. When the doctor finally saw me, he didn’t believe my wrist was broken, because I had no pain and no swelling, (thanks to Charlie). But the X-ray showed it was very broken. You never know what kind of miracle your Micah might have some day, lots of days.

[@JL-zn7me]

Did Charlie take your pain away? I truly believe in gifted people. Beautiful story. 💜

[@Denise11Schultz]

@@JL-zn7me Yes, he did, and not just the pain, but the swelling. That’s why the doctor didn’t believe it until he saw the X-ray.

[@JL-zn7me]

I would love to hear more of your story and more detail about how Charlie healed you. I believe certain people carry healing energies and are gifted by God. This really interests me. 🙏🏻💜

[@Denise11Schultz]

@@JL-zn7me Because Charlie is a somewhat naive though gifted adult, he requires careful guardianship from his mother, not to be overwhelmed by the manyness of people and their needs. I was just lucky to have his help at the time. It would be good if you could find another helper. There are many, and some of them are able to manage to help more people. I hope you find just the right person.

[@Bueller.Bueller.Bueller.]

That last comment brought out the tears!!!!! So sweet! Love!

[@laurenbishop1598]

My son was a birth diagnosis as well. I was 27. My whole world changed and it was stressful at first and very overwhelming but now hes a 2 and a half year old thriving, although very delayed we are proud of the milestones he has reached thus far. Took a few days to process and accept but love him just the way he is. He was my first. Now we have an 8 month old typical girl as well and he learns from his sister

[@danamazin8813]

I am so happy for you wish you and your little family all the best ❤️❤️❤️❤️😍

[@dallasoch]

💙❤

[@Corinacc825]

🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@AdrianaMartinez-zq7bw]

I have a 2.5 year old son too. Born Sept 2019. God bless your child and wish your family all the best💙

[@truthchangelove8913]

My son was a birth diagnosis also and he is my first and 2 1/2 now as well. We are in Arizona.

[@jackee1054]

Oh, your son is just so beautiful.....and your last sentence made me cry a little - happy tears that this little guy got YOU for a mom.

[@manda_musings8459]

❤️

[@HerbsCureHerpes]

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[@007Julie]

Right? Such a beautiful statement, what a blessed family, so much love all around including Otis ❤️

[@meghoughton562]

The dad too, what a loving man...

[@kimberleerivera3334]

This baby has been blessed with a loving mom and dad!

[@tiasky3438]

when they stopped putting people with Downs Syndrome into “homes” and kept them at home/treated them like people, their life expectancy nearly doubled. (I did a report on this a few years ago).

[@demetriasmithmiller3082]

You are Correct.

[@mikenmonas]

My Aunt had Down's....she lived to the ripe old age of 77! She just passed last Christmas morning....she was a bright light, a joy, a turd (haha), and we miss her immensely....they have meaning and purpose and live their full life daily! They love hard and give more. They are gifted and smart. I miss her 😢

[@KimSearch865]

Yes! My best friend’s son has DS, and is 31 and thriving! I remember learning in the late 70’s that kids with DS only lived to 25 if they were lucky! Thank goodness we’re evolving and taking better care of people with disabilities!!

[@missarnold1988]

Growing up in the 90's I lived down the street from a lady that raised people with Down's. Their were a couple that passed by our house on their way to their job and we waved/spoke to them. I honestly didn't think anything of it because I had a cousin with Down's that the family all loved. I didn't know they were sent out to live elsewhere.

[@sarah2.017]

Advances in heart surgery also helped this; many people with DS have heart defects that used to be inoperable, but that isn't true any more.

[@Nearlydeads]

This little soul chose the perfect mommy and daddy, to bless them with his presence!

[@TNmike0309]

The ending was so beautiful when she said she would not change him, but will change world for him🙏💯

[@kendratalbot3709]

Super sweet!!! I hate how people think children with disabilities are broken, they are super heroes!

[@jorge3234]

@T a lot of people think like that, they just don’t say it.

[@tamaraheram3001]

@T Jesus grants each of us various challenges. Most people aren't super heroes, they are ordinary heroes because they choose to think or behave in extraordinary ways day by day working with in the limitations they are given, rejoicing in life rather than living in their 'if only' world. It takes a lot of strength and character to recognize that your value is based on who you are, not want you are or own. I hope you come to understand this. Therefore, I salute you and will pray that in your disability you find the blessings God has for you in it

[@srso4660]

@Joe Mama ableist a**holes like YOU are the broken ones. F off!

[@tamaraheram3001]

Oh course their broken but aren't we all?!

[@Chauna30]

Same! I had a serious issue with the test, during pregnancy, for down syndrome etc. They give the test in time for you to make a choice of termination in case your baby isn't "perfect" ME, personally found it offensive. I'm just looking at it from a standpoint of the status of our society. Has a Hitler tone to it. But that was almost twenty years ago & I'm not even sure they do it anymore

[@carolynhamilton3316]

My grandson has Downs. He graduated from high school, is tech savvy, knows all the players on the Bears football team, and has a job 5 days a week. He's 33 now and smarter than all of us. 🥰

[@Corinacc825]

AMEN 🙏🏻 ☺️❤️

[@Laurenesloan90]

I found out my daughter had Down syndrome at birth. I can literally feel every emotion all over again when your husband was looking at you trying to tell you they think he has Down syndrome. That feeling … of the unknown, the surprise, happinesses, fear. All wrapped in one. My daughter is now 4 & I wouldn’t change a thing. I count her as one of my biggest blessings.. God knows exactly what he is doing. Happy Down syndrome day!

[@Hope-qi4bf]

How Amazingly Beautiful..."God knows exactly what He is doing!" 💖💖🙏🙏

[@latyshal.2286]

❤❤❤

[@Bananabob12]

DS ppl are my favorite kind of ppl! They radiate so much positivity

[@missincognito452]

This brought back so many emotions from when I had my daughter 18 years ago. I was the last person to see her when she was born. Only, at the time they didn’t know what was wrong. Flash forward to 2019 we finally have a diagnosis, Coffin-Siris Syndrome. But in the last 18 years she’s been my miracle and I wouldn’t change a thing!

[@Conash191]

My grandson has Down syndrome but we don’t call that, we call Up syndrome. He is very smart and loving sweet young gentleman. We have learn so much in his 6 years he love to play jokes on people and I am usually the one he gets all the time. I wouldn’t change anything I love my baby to the moon and back.

[@somintsothresh919]

That’s awesome. Your family is wonderful for that kind of love and encouragement!

[@tomcat5151]

(Not to take away from your story, just an FYI if you didn't know, "down" isn't negative at all, it's named after the doctor that first categorized the common features of the syndrome, Dr. John Down)

[@wendyladybug355laurie4]

Many, Many PRAYERSNLUV, Y'all Are BLESSED 👼👼✝️✝️🙏🙏💝💝

[@sheilae.9670]

@@tomcat5151 thanks for that information, I didn't even know that.

[@M1N1Girl007]

@@tomcat5151 Exactly!

[@Princessbyatch88]

During my current pregnancy, I was given the news that my baby might have downs syndrome and that crushed me. My husband and I were so scared and filled with confusion and sadness and worry if he would be ok. Luckily the doctors found out that he was going to be ok and that was a huge relief for us. After seeing this, I realize that even if my baby had downs, I would still love him and would be there for him no matter what. A mother's love is strong.

[@whodat4265]

🥔

[@mamof2girls]

He is the cutest! What a lucky boy to have such wonderful parents and what lucky parents to have a lovely little guy!!❤️❤️❤️

[@ep3865]

Omg i thought the same. He's so lucky to be born to beautiful family that can see all his potentials and love him so much. This makes me cry really😥

[@brittanyw4103]

My heart goes out to this family. I have a 8 year old son with Down Syndrome. Sometimes I wish I'd known sooner so that we could have gotten him the help he needed. (My husband and I did not find out that our son had Trisomy 21 until he was around 2.5 years old) It can be a devastating blow initially. But when you learn that your child still has a chance at a productive life it is a bit of relief. God continue to bless the parents that have a child or children with special needs with strength, support and patience.

[@sobeliever1638]

That is interesting,couldn't they tell by his physical characteristics?

[@minakiel2930]

@@sobeliever1638 some people with mosaic down syndrome have less of the visible characteristics

[@brittanyw4103]

@@sobeliever1638 he didn't seem to have the distinct features like most of the babies that I have seen get diagnosed at birth. He has a 4 month picture where he looks "normal". When he was around 9months he had his shots and started looking a bit "drowsy" to me.

[@AlexandriaSWest]

My son is 9 months old, he's a miracle baby because I was told that due to my genetic chronic illness I would never be able to carry to term, and he was a wonderful surprise after a number of miscarriages. He was induced a month and a half early to save my life because of my high risk complications, and after three weeks in the NICU they told me had Downs, which they discovered while running genetic tests for my condition.Thankfully it is mosaic downs and he dodged all the health issues that can come with the extra chromosome. He's small for his age but incredibly healthy, strong, and so smart. Downs syndrome is a spectrum just like Autism, but a lack of awareness has made it so hard for them to be treated without prejudice. We don't tell anyone he has Downs, physically he doesn't show any of the characteristics yet and we are adamant that he will be given the exact same treatment and opportunities as any other child. His physicians have all agreed with me on this, to never make an assumption about his limits and just let him fly and so far he's actually ahead of the milestones for a baby his age and preemie. The news devastated me at first because I didn't want his life to be difficult, but then within a matter of hours it lit a fire in my soul to make damn sure he has every opportunity on earth at his disposal. I wouldn't change a thing about him outside of being able to make it to term before he was born, and my family is blessed to have this sweet, adorable, funny and intelligent little man in our lives.

[@lindac7968]

I'm crying. You are great parents and your love for your children will help them thrive!

[@samsondsouza5108]

God bless you Linda and your family with lots of love happiness joy peace patience prosperity good health and lots of success in your life and your family... keep smiling always...

[@rawrnkitty]

Made me cry, too. He is truly lucky to have such amazing parents.

[@lindac7968]

@@samsondsouza5108 Thank you! Same to you :)

[@samsondsouza5108]

@@lindac7968 u r welcome Linda....wru from

[@melissathomas2314]

We are so fortunate as parents of children with down syndrome, they teach us what's important in life. I wouldn't change my daughter for anything. She just turned 20 earlier this month and we're SO proud of her accomplishments.

[@catherinelamprakes7516]

Micha is beautiful. What his mom said is beyond beautiful. It just shows Micha was born to the right mom. Congratulations!

[@morganbarfield108]

You can see the dad looking at him with love at 1:04. And she’s right every feeling is valid. Having all those emotions when finding out are okay. You just love your kids no matter what.

[@Lisa-kz7vw]

Bless his heart he's precious as a post partum nurse this melts my heart children are a blessing no matter what the circumstances are he's loved by his parents that's all that matters ❤

[@Daazeee]

You sound like a very nice nurse ❤️

[@latonyanewsome0]

"I wouldn't change you for the world, but for you I will change the world" 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@terrychancellor4593]

My Uncle Kenny had Down Syndrome and was the most loving person I have ever known. He was smiles and kindness all the time and the entire family looked forward to seeing him at family reunions (we are talking a LOT of people and it was just immediate family, LOL!!) I miss him greatly.

[@markjoe876]

Hello 👋

[@kiannaquick]

I have been a caregiver for the disabled for 10 years. I have watched many couples get married. Some with slight cognitive issues to some with downs and they have a happy prosperous life. One of my good friends has a brother with downs. He got married to another girl with it and they live alone. Amazing love story. My other friend was born to parents who were a bit cognitively off and she grew to be a beautiful woman and take care of her parents in her 30s.

[@horhaygonzalas3025]

YOU LOVE THAT CHILD AND NEVER NEVER GIVE UP. REMEMBER THIS.

[@floridafan6931]

This little boy has an amazing mother. I truly wish more people felt like this woman. I wish nothing but the very best for this beautiful family.

[@JennyGgeneration]

I had a high risk pregnancy with my daughter but, I knew that she was everything I wanted in this world. I prayed for her constantly and I told God that I would love her no matter what complications, syndromes, ect. I have been so grateful for her. She was born a perfect preemie. I wouldn't change her for the world either. Good job mama. You are truly admired.

[@duhastkeinhertz]

I love how candid she is. It can make any parent feel better knowing they might not be the only one underestimating their child's abilities. ❤

[@markjoe876]

Hello 👋

[@amyw.9678]

Being born with a birth defect, has taught me to just find different ways to do things! Keep challenging him and of course, as you do so much, love him. He’s got this!

[@fremontpathfinder8463]

We can't gloss over the difficulties and stresses of raising a child with a genetic disability

[@intherockies]

@@fremontpathfinder8463 She wasn't glossing over the difficulties or stress or anything. Why did you single this lady out to say that to her?! Because she was born with a birth defect?? Unbelievable!!

[@Ego-de4dt]

This is precious. In a way it was good they were surprised. That way she got to enjoy her pregnancy and not worry about all the things she could have worried about. Beautiful family 🙏

[@karav8133]

What a gorgeous little boy, look at his happy smile. God bless your whole family.

[@clicksandcrochets2929]

I worked with special needs kids for years and Down syndrome children were always my favorite! They are so kind and happy! Brightened my day even when I was having a bad one. They are truly so special!

[@maudeleanor9592]

What a lovely boy! The wonderful thing about Downs children is how cheerful and loving they are. I'm so happy you, in particular, were blessed with Micah, so their existence can be improved in society. You go, Girl!

[@minyoung823]

People and children with Down Syndrome are the sweetest creatures, have the sweetest disposition in the world. Even when they become adults and grow old they retained this sense of innocence and sweetness in them. I had an aunt with Down Syndrome and she was a constant source of happiness in the family. 🥰

[@HellenCane]

As a child my aunt used to take care of disabled youth. She would bring us with her to help. I fell in love with the children . They were really sweet. They were loyal and highly intelligent. I figured out early that God doesn't make mistakes. They are nothing short of amazing

[@ksto1427]

I totally agree with MJ! "I wouldn't change Micah for the world but for you, I would change the world " absolutely beautiful.

[@Claudia-cr2pm]

I love how she validated all their mixed emotions.

[@kristinclark3304]

My beautiful one year old niece has Down Syndrome and she is my heart! She's the sweetest baby girl and I love her to the moon & back. She is smart also and has accomplished so much already in her young life. It melts my heart when she has accomplished something and she looks at you for validation and claps! I love that baby girl so much ❤

[@SamarasWorld]

I love this. My daughter has Trisomy 13 which is more rare and I totally felt everything you said. Thank you for sharing Micah with us ❤

[@Football-is-fun-bad20]

Is that like the opposite of downs syndrome? I met a girl in hospital once who had the opposite of downsyndrome chromosome wise well that's how she explained it. She was perfectly able to get around and do stuff she had spinal issues and a few other things but it's quite rare I just wondered if that's the same thing.

[@SamarasWorld]

@@Football-is-fun-bad20 Great question. Down Syndrome is Trisomy 21 so it's not the opposite, just different. Trisomy means that there are 3 copies of the chromosomes instead of 2 the way it should be. So Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) means there are 3 chromosomes on the 21st pair and Trisomy 13 (Patau Syndrome) means the extra chromosome happened on the 13th pair. Trisomy 13 is more rare and has more severe complications unfortunately.

[@supportseoyoungeun5979]

@@Football-is-fun-bad20 I think the opposite of down syndrome is spina bifida. Because when my mom was pregnant with me, they did genetic testing and there was this test where if I had high levels it meant spina bifida and low levels meant down syndrome. My levels were kinda high so they thought I had spina bifida. But then they did more specific testing and determined I didn't have it.

[@jennifer3551]

He's adorable and will be just fine with awesome parents like them

[@CaliKiwi-]

Micah is just perfect! He has a wonderful journey in front of him, just like anyone else! I wish him and you all the very best!❤️

[@kathyrama4570]

A lovely boy, a lucky boy, to have parents that love him. My only child is autistic, my heart was broken, but he is very high functioning. He helps me a lot. I always treated him like a normal child.

[@ricardogriffin7952]

Your doing well ☺️

[@ambergillette4174]

Lovely baby boy born into exactly the right living family what a blessing 🥰

[@Baabba4us]

He's perfect. They're the ones that show the rest of us what real love is.

[@lisamariepagliei3945]

Yes what she said at the end was everything, and she will too! God bless this family!

[@norxgirl1]

I feel the presence of angels whenever I'm around someone with Downs....love them to pieces!!!

[@drwoo6090]

That’s patronising. Not all Downs children/ adults are happy and loving. And believing that they are is perpetuating stereotypes! Being someone with Downs doesn’t make them all the same…just as everyone else isn’t all the same!

[@SimplySergMX_arts]

He’s so adorable , and loving how loving he’s with his sister ♥️

[@pamelascott5350]

He's a beautiful little boy!!! You are very blessed and so is he. A little extra care from you..... and all of us and he's great. All the love he gets, he'll give to others and the circle never ends. Love watching him with his sibling, another beautiful creature. All my love to you and your family.

[@bettysmith4527]

Aww so cute, don't hold him back, let him reach his full potential!!

[@lynnhill3274]

Micah is extra special and such a precious little boy. Children that have Down Syndrome are capable of so much more than society even knows that they are. Blessings to this beautiful family

[@ec9121]

Those last words she said... heart explosions!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 So Beautiful!!

[@PrettiPurpleRaiYn_19.99]

Sooo sweet! The whole msg was beautiful, yet moms words at the very end was priceless! She’s actually keeping her words as we speak/watch this video! Many blessings to this family🙏🏽💜💜

[@sherryjacobs3907]

What a sweet boy. You have a beautiful family.

[@markjoe876]

Hello 👋

[@ASmith-hb4ed]

"I wouldn't change you for the world. But for you, I will change the world." Beautiful message from mother to son!! !❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ratical_rat]

I'm 3months pregnant right now and if this happened to us I would want to feel just the same 🥰 I will love my child no matter what the surprise will bring ❤️ I really can't wait to meet my little one 😊

[@girlnotoftheworld2008]

Congratulations on your pregnancy and may the Lord bless you and your family

[@therose5783]

You have two beautiful children. Congratulations on your wonderful family.

[@poetmoon7]

Aww - Micah and his little sister are precious!! Otis the dog is pretty adorable, too! These are some lucky parents. Congratulations on their beautiful family. Just perfect in every way!!

[@loomonda18]

You have a wonderful little boy as a beautiful gift to this world!! Please, please don't ever underestimate him and always continue to educate him and teach him beyond what the world thinks - he is bright human! ❤️

[@sherrylaatz4105]

Just beautiful! You both are very blessed and special people! My nephew has Down syndrome and he is such a blessing to all of us in the family!!

[@earmites]

Micah a little angel awwww he looks like a amazing smart little guy God bless your family

[@happy-ld8vd]

His smile is just so damn precious ❤️

[@steph4464]

Congrats on ur beautiful family. I have a son w downs and he's given me so many wonderful memories. The best thing is that at 23yrs old, he still lets me love on him 😍 a typical 23yr old guy wouldn't want his mom hugging on him constantly, but Scotty loves it as much as I do.

[@sonyafly]

YES!!! We have held them back so much!!!!! I’ve never considered this before. Thank you for opening my eyes. I swear these kids with DS, they are such a blessing! My best friends son was born with DS and he was such an amazing baby and is such a sweet, loving easy going 13 year old! He is super handsome too!

[@markjoe876]

Hello 👋

[@Omnihilo]

“Micah, I wouldn’t change you for the world. But for you, I will change the world”. Gave my heart goosebumps. Edit: Do not use my wholesome comment to perpetuate your political/religious beliefs.

[@lindseybsmith]

Made me sob! What an awesome Mama! Micah lucked out!

[@shamphyx.asphyxiate.1486]

Amen. God is good. A lot of people wouldn't have given this child a chance to live past the 2nd trimester now, the world can be an evil place. What a good mom 😊 end abortion now!

[@snapperb7233]

Mine too 💞

[@Omnihilo]

@@shamphyx.asphyxiate.1486 Reported. Do not use my wholesome comment to perpetuate and promote your political/religious beliefs. We're here to support Micah and his family, not you and your dogma.

[@frequencygray7909]

@@Omnihilo wow you must be having a bad day or something chill out

[@sherrypopiwchak7896]

Your family, including your doggy, is just so precious.

[@elleeeveee]

😭😭😭 I loved her message at the end to her son. Amazing mom!!!

[@anessakhan3791]

What a sweet little boy. He is blessed to have parents that love him unconditionally, the way it should be. This mom is like me, where her child is perfect just the way he is. I always tell mine she is perfect and my world. ❤️😂

[@lethrbear32]

I love her attitude. Never underestimate down syndrome and always promote their independence. They deserve a normal life like everyone else, and they're probably some of the hardest working, most dedicated on the job, and the absolute nicest people you'll ever meet. I miss working with them.

[@myopinion4108]

“Downs children” seem so happy all the time! Micah is a beautiful boy! ❤️ What a sweet family! Wonderful Mama AND Daddy💯😍

[@cindicopeland9731]

Beautiful boy! Beautiful girl! Beautiful family! Even more beautiful message from this beautiful mama!

[@Mystic-WTF]

Amazing parenting! What a sweet little boy. People are too quick to judge. They don't realize just how special the person is that they have passed that judgement upon or what they have endured. Please, stop passing judgement of others because 9 times out of 10, you have NO clue to what that person has been through. Peace, love and many blessings to these AWESOME parents! Micha, you are a gift from God and you deserve to be treated as such! Many blessings for a happy, healthy life!

[@heartspeaks]

And… this is what we call “Love at First Sight!“ 🥰! Way to Go Mom & Dad!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 Micah is going to have a wonderful life especially with supportive parents! It helps! I have seen the difference! I’m a Special Needs Teacher & our Babies need someone to advocate for them! Happy 🧬 Day !!! (Down’s Day is March 21st) 👏🏽🥳🎊🎉

[@gilliankingston8259]

With both my daughters I was considered to be an "older" mother because I was 33+ so on both occasions they offered me an amniocentesis to check for Downs Syndrome but I refused with both my daughters because it wouldn't have made a difference as there is no way I would have had a termination; every life is prescious - you don't have to be perfect to be beautiful❣🌹

[@sparklegirl7544]

AMEN! Every human life is precious!

[@NikkiAkaNlg]

So they gave you a test to check for down syndrome, you refused and gave birth to 2 kids with DS?

[@megannason3649]

The thing is I think people with Downs are perfect already. They were made exactly as God planned for them to be made and generally are a joy to those who know and love them.

[@craftmom5302]

I understand her emotions my little guy was 6 months old when I could tell he had autism and he was officially diagnosed at 15 months old and I understand that I've been holding back feeling because we underestimate them down syndrome and autism are two different issues or syndromes or however you want to say it but they're treated a lot of the same way we hold them back because of the disorder and really they're amazing people and have just as much value in life as a normal person does love the story thank you for sharing it

[@hanillegiolo3386]

Full stops. Are our friends

[@sofiaharper6349]

I have autism myself.. I’m 20 yrs old and have been on my own since 14. I still deal with the symptoms of my autism but they are super easy to deal with once you know what causes the symptoms. Sleep deprivation and hunger are huge causes of autistic meltdowns.. which can be fixed in a day or less. If I can’t manage it (like if it is caused by change or unexpected problems.. then going to be alone is a form of treatment for me as it’s the only thing that calms me in that situation). Teaching them about their illness will help prepare them for the world.. it helped me manage it more than anything (even better than therapy!).. I’m lucky to have found out about my autism.

[@alb5801]

I love your statement minus the “ normal people” at the end, of course I know what you you mean’t and that there was obviously no ill intent behind the words. I would just challenge that the people with Down’s or Autism are “normal “ whatever that is? After all we all have our differences. Maybe a better way to verbalize is people without their challenges! Love & Respect to all from me!

[@audrieking7109]

@@yousosilly9817 You can't say that about her own lived experience. Just because one has a visual stigma and the other doesn't, it doesn't mean they are "not comparable." Especially since her comment was all comparisons between the two. One difference doesn't make them incomparable. I've often thought that autism would be more difficult because it doesn't have the visual. Nowadays, people in the US are usually kind to people with Downs. However, with someone with autism that you can't tell just by looking at them, people seem to judge more harshly just because they don't know what's going on under the surface. Not saying one is easier than the other, just some thoughts on how no visual stigma can be harder.

[@SexySagiterrorist2]

So true my 10 yr old has autism and he’s amazin!!!!

[@jaf8969]

He's an absolute angel. Look at his beautiful smile. You are truly blessed. ❤️

[@bernicescanlon6137]

What a wonderful lucky baby with wonderful parents god bless you all

[@aladyknight]

What a blessing. He’s so blessed to have you guys.

[@traceymarrero1542]

Aww he's so precious!!! God bless you Mica! There's nothing you can't do! 🥰

[@jendiaz4718]

Good bless this family. God knew what he was doing sending you Micah. He knew she would be the best mother for him. ❤️

[@sandrajohnson5397]

He is so handsome and cute. Wishing him all the best life .

[@janicehollstein8202]

He's simply beautiful, as is his mother!!!

[@duchessliz2415]

I have a cousin who has Downs. She's 14 and is the sweetest and happiest girl I've ever met. She's just this bundle of love and joy.

[@MegaDisruptive]

This is so heartwarming! And what a beautiful family they have. May you all have many more blessings to come. ❤️

[@terrafitchett7309]

Micah is so beautiful, my daughter had my granddaughter at 16yrs old and she has down syndrome. She is so loving, and smart, very independent. She will be 15yrs old this year, and she loves make-up, nails, purses, shoes, and she changes her outfits 2-3 times a day, like any other teenage girl. We've gotta just let them live, be there for them, but let the live.

[@albekayl041]

Omg! Love the last comment! Micha your so freaking adorable and full of happiness! Have a good life little ones!

[@lolasky204]

1000 percent a wonderful honest genuine family. Congratulations on your beautiful and perfect family 🤗