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EPISODE · Aug 16, 2026 · 32 MIN

Doctors gave them the option to abort their daughter with Down Syndrome.

from Unraveling The Brain With Dr. Josh Madsen · host Dr. Josh Madsen

When Brad and Joy were told to abort their daughter Zoe at 10 weeks because of a Down Syndrome diagnosis, they said no. Five years and dozens of therapies later, Zoe still wasn't speaking, until two weeks at Infinity Neuromotor changed everything. First night home from the clinic, she floated in the bathtub for the first time. The next week, she was greeting strangers at the ice cream shop with phrases her parents had never heard before.In this episode, Dr. Josh Madsen sits down with Zoe's parents to talk through her transformation — what the medical system missed, why primitive reflexes matter for kids with Down Syndrome, why doctors called her "lazy" (and what was actually going on with her energy production), and why so many breakthroughs happen weeks AFTER the family goes home from an intensive.Chapters:0:00 Meeting Zoe and finding Dr. Josh2:10 What the initial exam revealed4:54 The bathtub breakthrough (Moro reflex)6:05 Finding her voice at the ice cream shop8:54 What 5 years of therapy missed14:47 The outlook for Zoe's future16:17 ➤ Want to know if an intensive is right for your child?16:55 Why doctors called her "lazy"22:21 The day they were told to abort27:07 The agitation phase — and why it's a good sign30:18 Sleep wins, potty wins, and saying goodbyeBook an intensive at infinity - https://infinityneuromotor.com/watch#EarlyIntervention #ChildDevelopment #AutismAwareness #BrainDevelopment #Neuroscience #ParentingTips #DevelopmentalDelays #PediatricCareDisclaimer:The information in this video is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider regarding any questions about a medical condition or your child’s development. Individual results may vary, and the strategies discussed may not be appropriate for every child. Please consult a healthcare professional before making decisions related to your child’s health or development.Listen to Our Podcast:• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LmNMX3...Additional Courses and Resources:• For Parents - https://www.limitlessfoundation.co/co...• For Doctors - https://www.limitlessfoundation.co/co...• Read Our Blogs: https://www.drjoshmadsen.com/Follow Us on Social Media:• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.joshmadsen/• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/infinityneuromotor/Spread Awareness:• Share this video with new parents or caregivers to help spread awareness.• Subscribe for more insights on child development and early intervention strategies.• Leave a comment with your questions or share your experiences related to this topic!📌 Watch on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@DrJoshMadsen📌 Follow us on Instagram: @drjoshmadsen📌 Follow us on Facebook: Infinity Functional Neurology📧 For inquiries, contact us at mediateam@iowainfinity

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When Brad and Joy were told to abort their daughter Zoe at 10 weeks because of a Down Syndrome diagnosis, they said no. Five years and dozens of therapies later, Zoe still wasn't speaking, until two weeks at Infinity Neuromotor changed everything. First night home from the clinic, she floated in the bathtub for the first time. The next week, she was greeting strangers at the ice cream shop with phrases her parents had never heard before. In this episode, Dr. Josh Madsen sits down with Zoe's ...

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