We started the podcast with Emma describing how Amala was diagnosed, which happened very quickly just after the twins were born. This is an emotional listen – Emma has faced a huge amount of challenge since Amala was born with sadly almost non-existent support; but she has learnt so much, not least that Amala is just as perfect as her other children, she just has different needs.  We also talked to Emma about:  Balancing Amala’s needs with those of her other children. The life skills that her boys have gained by having a sister with Down’s Syndrome – including empathy and acceptance of people’s differences.  The negativity that Emma and her family have experienced from her family since Amala (whose condition was seen as bad luck) was born. What Emma would say to a parent who has a child with special needs. Together or apart? Why Emma decided to separate her twins at pre-school and how their independence grew. The need to always be fighting for your child’s rights and a childhood they deserve. What Emma has learnt from being a parent of a child with special needs.  Instagram - @bespokefamily   Facebook - @bespokefamily    Find out more about the charity Gympanzees which Emma mentioned here   Books by Sue Buckley who Emma speaks so highly of in the podcast can be found here  Down’s Syndrome Association  ‘Your Guide to...’ (our downloadable webinars) including Sleep - get 25% off any guide with the code ‘PODCAST’  Bespoke Family 1:1 Parent Consultations: https://www.bespokefamily.co.uk/parent-consultations      Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.