110. Parenting A Teenager w/Down Syndrome, ft. Jen Jones

What do you do when your oldest child realizes her little sister will begin driving soon and wonders why they can’t do the same? Or when they ask for a not so “age-appropriate” toy as a gift? How do you navigate parenting a teenager with Down syndrome and all of the complexities that come with it? We asked Jen Jones, (wife, mother, & lifestyle coach) these tough questions and she’s sharing her 16 years of experience raising her oldest daughter Addie, who has Down syndrome. We’re chatting about everything from puberty, friendships, family dynamics, and post high-school plans. Plus, we’re talking openly about how our own expectations for our children impact the way we see them and raise them. If you’ve ever wondered about anything related to adolescence and Down syndrome, this one’s for you. -- SHOW NOTES Follow Jen Jones on Instagram! Check out “The Care and Keeping Of You: The Body Book For Younger Girls” LET’S CHAT Email [email protected] with your questions and Good News for future episodes. HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email [email protected] for more information! CHECK OUT HEATHER’S NEW BOOK Preorder “Different, A Great Thing To Be” by Heather Avis