T21Mom: Episode 154-Christmas With a Child With Down Syndrome, Traditions, Joy & Real Life

T21Mom: Episode 154-Christmas With a Child With Down Syndrome, Traditions, Joy & Real Life

From T21Mom-A Down Syndrome Podcast by T21Mom.com

December 17, 2025 · 48 min · Episode 154

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This episode discusses the complexities and joys of celebrating Christmas with a child who has Down syndrome and autism, featuring heartfelt conversations and reflections on changing traditions.

The holidays can be magical-and complicated-especially when you're parenting a child with Down syndrome. In this heartfelt and lightly funny episode of the T21Mom podcast, Mary is joined once again by fan-favourite guest Ron (and his Dollar Store bells!) for the annual Christmas show. This episode explores what Christmas with a child with Down syndrome and the dual diagnosis of autism, really looks like-from changing traditions and Advent cookie calendars to headless gingerbread men and quiet Christmas mornings. Mary shares an honest look at special needs parenting during the holidays, including the joy, the grief that can quietly creep in, and how both can exist at the same time. You'll hear conversations about: Navigating holidays while raising a child with disabilities Finding joy when traditions change Quiet Christmas mornings and realistic gift-giving Community, connection, and supporting other special needs moms This episode is for anyone looking for an honest Down syndrome parenting podcast, a reminder that they're not alone, and encouragement that it's okay when your holiday season looks a little different. So grab a cookie (or three) pour yourself something festive, and…

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