“My son with Down Syndrome is the perfect fit for our family”

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Left: Kiyo Melbourne (back row left) and her family. Right: Yuuki Credit: Kiyo Melbourne

21 March is World Down Syndrome Day. Kiyo Melbourne, whose son has Down syndrome, says she appreciates when people listen to her story in a ‘positive’ way, as discussions about Down syndrome often tend to be negative. This story was first published in October 2024.



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