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In Conversation With Together For Short Lives
In todays episode we are talking with Dr Helena Dunbar, Director of Service Development and Improvement at Together For Short Lives.
Take a peak behind the scenes and find out a little bit more about the projects and initiatives Together For Short Lives are working on.
For Together For Short Lives:
www.togetherforshortlives.org.uk/
For SOFT UK:
Reach out at contact@soft.org.uk
For support, contact support@soft.org.uk
To find out more, visit www.soft.org.uk
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SOFT UK Scotland Family Day: Moments of Reflection
Переглядів 89 місяців тому
In this session, Laura will be leading our remembrance ceremony, joined by some fantastic art created by the children who attended the day. The SOFT UK Family day was made possible by the National Lottery Community Fund who kindly sponsored the event.
SOFT UK Scotland Family Day: An Update on Ayla
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In this session Caroline Johnston will give us an update on Ayla. The SOFT UK Family day was made possible by the National Lottery Community Fund who kindly sponsored the event.
SOFT UK Scotland Family Day: A Time Of Reflection
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In this session Carolyn and Robin Cockburn will give us an update now Ellie has turned 18 and moved into her own accommodation The SOFT UK Family day was made possible by the National Lottery Community Fund who kindly sponsored the event.
SOFT UK Scotland Family Day: Una MacFadyen and Nadia Bowley
Переглядів 139 місяців тому
In this session we hear from Una MacFadyen and Nadia Bowley who will be updating us on the projects they are working on. The SOFT UK Family day was made possible by the National Lottery Community Fund who kindly sponsored the event.
SOFT UK Scotland Family Day: An update of the work of ARC in Scotland
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In this session we are delighted to welcome Karen McIntosh, Scottish Co-ordinator, Antenatal Results & Choices - ARC The SOFT UK Family day was made possible by the National Lottery Community Fund who kindly sponsored the event. You can find out more about ARC here: www.arc-uk.org/
SOFT UK Scotland Family Day: Introduction
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In this session members from SOFT UK will be introducing the day and giving an update on SOFT UK from the past 18 months. You'll hear from our Trustees, Liz Egan and Laura Petrie, our Charity Director, Shaun Dowdall, and our Trisomy Advocate, Sarah Bowell. The SOFT UK Family day was made possible by the National Lottery Community Fund who kindly sponsored the event.
Baby Loss Awareness Week 2023: In Conversation with Kate Sonley
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In support of Baby Loss Awareness Week 2023 we are talking with Kate Sonley, mummy to Amber. Kate bravely talks about her story, sharing the ins and outs of her journey. Reach out at contact@soft.org.uk For support, contact support@soft.org.uk To find out more, visit www.soft.org.uk
From Past To Present: Reflecting on Demi's Trisomy 18 Journey
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Ahead of the annual Scottish Family Day we interviewed one of our longstanding parents Demi Powell who shared her story about Connor, her baby boy who was diagnosed with Trisomy 18, 22 years ago. It was a great insight to how she has found the family days over the years especially what makes the Scottish family day special. To register please sign up here www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-soft-fa...
Embracing the Extraordinary Journey: Positive about Down syndrome
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The podcast today is part of our series, chatting to partner organisations to find out more about what they do. This podcast welcomes Nicola Enoch, joining us from Positive about Down Syndrome and she is their Founder & CEO. As a down's syndrome parent herself she set this charity up for families looking for further support and resources. Found out more: downsyndromeuk.co.uk/ Reach out at conta...
Pregnancy after a Trisomy 18 diagnosis
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We spoke to Mandy Nelson, mother to Amari, who has Trisomy 18 and who recently became a mother to Dante. In this episode, Mandy shares her heartfelt journey from her pregnancy with Amari, to the present day, where Amari is now a thriving 3.5-year-old, albeit with special educational needs. She also took us through what it's like having a baby after a high risk pregnancy and shared honestly abou...
Leaving the hospital with my Rainbow baby
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We spoke to Becky Smith, Mum to Freddie who had trisomy 18 and more recently, she became Mum to Jaxon, her Rainbow baby. Becky opens up about her overwhelming fears and anxiety throughout the pregnancy, revealing how she cautiously began preparing for the arrival of her little one only around the 30-week mark. Step into her world and immerse yourself in a real-life story of pregnancy after loss...
A Sibling's Path: From Loss to Strength as a Rainbow Baby
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Join us for an insightful episode of the SOFT UK podcast as we speak with Jess Scott, whose life has been profoundly influenced as a rainbow baby after the loss of her sister, Sarah, to Patau syndrome. Listen to her remarkable journey, and how it has shaped her relationships, career, and parenting. Be sure to catch her three important messages at the end, delivering a story of honesty and optim...
Navigating the Complexities of Genetic Counseling: Insights from a Trainee Genetic Counselor
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Navigating the Complexities of Genetic Counseling: Insights from a Trainee Genetic Counselor
Siblings Talk: Having a Sibling With Trisomy 18
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Siblings Talk: Having a Sibling With Trisomy 18
Jenny Hudson - Chiropractor, IBCLC, Infant Massage Teacher
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Jenny Hudson - Chiropractor, IBCLC, Infant Massage Teacher
SOFT UK Family Day: A Year in Reflection
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SOFT UK Family Day: A Year in Reflection
Making a Difference: The Power of Volunteering with SOFT UK
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Making a Difference: The Power of Volunteering with SOFT UK
10K Steps a Day: Getting Half Marathon Fit
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10K Steps a Day: Getting Half Marathon Fit
Trisomy 13 Story: Improve, Inspire, Empower (Bereaved)
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Trisomy 13 Story: Improve, Inspire, Empower (Bereaved)
SOFT UK: Anticipatory Grief - A Parents Experience During and Beyond Pregnancy
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SOFT UK: Anticipatory Grief - A Parents Experience During and Beyond Pregnancy
Breaking the Silence: Deaf Awareness Week and Trisomy 18
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Breaking the Silence: Deaf Awareness Week and Trisomy 18
In Our Own Little Bubble: Coping with TFMR - Marie's Story
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In Our Own Little Bubble: Coping with TFMR - Marie's Story
Our Story With Edwards' Syndrome
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Our Story With Edwards' Syndrome
In Conversation With Sarah: A Mosaic Pregnancy and Journey
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In Conversation With Sarah: A Mosaic Pregnancy and Journey
SOFT UK: Royal Parks Half Marathon Discussion
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SOFT UK: Royal Parks Half Marathon Discussion
Fiona's Story
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Fiona's Story
Can HIV Cause Trisomy 18 Edwards Syndrome
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Can HIV Cause Trisomy 18 Edwards Syndrome
The Importance of Support
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The Importance of Support
Introduction to a Professional Advisor: Jenny Hudson
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Introduction to a Professional Advisor: Jenny Hudson

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  • @SandraPerez-ff9zs
    @SandraPerez-ff9zs 3 місяці тому

    Si se ríen es porque se salva

  • @SandraPerez-ff9zs
    @SandraPerez-ff9zs 3 місяці тому

    Pobre niño tanta cosa que le ponen ojalá sea para que se salve sino puro sufrimiento

  • @wyliee2
    @wyliee2 4 місяці тому

    My husband and I are doing IVF treatment and we just received our PGT testing results. Unfortunately the baby girl embryo is positive for high-level mosaic trisomy 13. And our little boy embryo is low level dup(17)(q24.2-qter) (mos). We will be speaking with the genetic testing team on Friday. Hopefully we will get positive positive news about transferring the boy embryo.

  • @pricelesscovent5867
    @pricelesscovent5867 7 місяців тому

    What form of trisomy 18 does Amari have? Because trisomy 13 and 18 are usually fatal before one year old

  • @abibatukamara9534
    @abibatukamara9534 7 місяців тому

    Similar story with mine

  • @abibatukamara9534
    @abibatukamara9534 7 місяців тому

    I have a daughter with Trisomy 13 Happy to see this video

  • @absies34
    @absies34 9 місяців тому

    I’m so grateful to have stumbled across this story. Helps me feel less alone in my very specific kind of grief. I miss “feeding” my baby too. Hiraya Ahsoka Gatchalian-Raga also was a Trisomy 13 baby, but now she’s free. I imagine her playing with our dog Chewy in heaven who passed shortly after her. 🥹🥰🤍

  • @sahalaura8391
    @sahalaura8391 Рік тому

    I'm wondering if knowing before she was born would have given you the chance to research and get some more scans would have helped. Our granddaughter has Down Syndrome which is Trisomy 21. We knew the diagnosis ahead of time. My son and daughter in law had time to know what the options were. Thank God she's a healthy little girl.

  • @sahalaura8391
    @sahalaura8391 Рік тому

    Oh I'm so sorry! I'm glad you got to be with her until the end.

  • @Emptynestballerina1
    @Emptynestballerina1 Рік тому

    Why blame the doctors for your burden

  • @maegardnermills4292
    @maegardnermills4292 Рік тому

    So sadden for the children who suffer and die. My Down's fetus was removed from me nearly 36 years ago. Ten years earlier, our first born live two minutes from six hours old. Premature. Respiratory Distress Syndrome. We have two living adult children. Heartaches aren't every day. I ask my baby boys to spend the night. Whatever gives you comfort, do it. When I was in my mom to be at 4 months, my eggs in me were my gifts for the four I had later on. Grandma , mother, and her baby. It truly is a SACRED WOMB. Hysterectomy was removed because of cancer, but my nuturing never ends.

  • @BeeApple-sr3db
    @BeeApple-sr3db Рік тому

    I am so sorry for your loss. It is very hard losing a child. Your little girl is an Angel now she is flying high in Heaven. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @cochiefemeralds3616
    @cochiefemeralds3616 Рік тому

    I have a friend with Trisomy 18 (Edwards Syndrome) and she is 28 rn.

  • @carlottaallen939
    @carlottaallen939 Рік тому

    I had a daughter with t18, 13.15 chromosomal 21, and I have never been the same, I had a son afterwards and I was so worried that he was going to have a health issue, but with the Kirds Grace he was just fine, my heart ❤️ is with you,

  • @np100
    @np100 Рік тому

    Did you get amniocentisis?

  • @karenashton5053
    @karenashton5053 Рік тому

    My daughter 34 has partial trisomy 13 and lives fairly normally. She is actually a unicorn with a college degree so we are lucky.

    • @H_Jones
      @H_Jones 7 місяців тому

      This is beautiful to hear ❤

  • @latishaburress5615
    @latishaburress5615 Рік тому

    Done I am so sorry for your lost prayer

  • @erinnsixkiller2794
    @erinnsixkiller2794 Рік тому

    To Isabel’s mom, you have a beautiful happy loving family. Thank you for sharing your story with the world.

  • @davidcopperfield-notthemag397

    So very sad you lost your little girl.....

  • @InternationalGrace
    @InternationalGrace Рік тому

    Have you had any blood test prior to baby delivery? I would like to know test will miss it?

    • @alyciamarie4163
      @alyciamarie4163 Рік тому

      There are tests. I had to do many and many specialists before I was told it was triploidy, which is 3 of every single chromosome. I was told there is no chance at life and they would do “ no life saving work” to help her when born…

    • @InternationalGrace
      @InternationalGrace Рік тому

      @@alyciamarie4163 Thank you so much for information

  • @charlenehermione6509
    @charlenehermione6509 Рік тому

    I have been dealing with HIV for the past 5 years until i got review on UA-cam about #drabiola and I got Dr Abiola herbal medicine last month, now I am free from HIV #drabiola 🥰....

  • @njsmkmmsthatsit3518
    @njsmkmmsthatsit3518 Рік тому

    I think most of the time Dr's in hospitals have their own agenda when these kids are diagnosed. They don't want them to be a drain on the health care system because often they do have lots of health issues. They don't want the parents to have the strain on all of the families relationships etc. However it's not up to the Drs to make the ultimate choice. They need to give the parents the All of the available information to make their own choice for their child. I think it's medical negligence on a massive scale for parents to be led to believe there is no hope what so ever. Also Dr's cannot predict before birth all of the issues the child is going to have, how severe these problems will be or the IQ of the child. Yet before birth the Dr's do give the option to abort the child, when they don't know for sure whats wrong.

    • @jrahn66
      @jrahn66 Рік тому

      I agree with you. Hospitals are really killing fields for a lot of folks and their families.

    • @virginiaconnor8350
      @virginiaconnor8350 Рік тому

      Not wanting to help babies with disabilities live reminds me of the eugenic practise of eliminating "imperfect" babies. I remember that my parents were told to leave me behind in an institution in Germany where I was born. An American told them not to do so and give me thyroid. They did and to make a long story short, I graduated from GSU in '87 with a BA in Art.

  • @radpenguin44_
    @radpenguin44_ Рік тому

    Good animation

  • @radpenguin44_
    @radpenguin44_ Рік тому

    Underrated video

  • @kylesims7790
    @kylesims7790 Рік тому

    ✌️ 𝐩яⓞ𝓂𝓞Ş𝐦

  • @jenniferwells9032
    @jenniferwells9032 2 роки тому

    I love you parents ♥️♥️♥️you are all so brave 🥲🥲🙏💜🥰

  • @joyceeleanor2
    @joyceeleanor2 2 роки тому

    How sad and devastating to the family! I wonder if the syndrome can be diagnosed while in utero? Hugs from me.

    • @prachisawhney1105
      @prachisawhney1105 2 роки тому

      True

    • @prachisawhney1105
      @prachisawhney1105 2 роки тому

      I also lost my girl from some other syndrome I wish it colud detect in utero

    • @njsmkmmsthatsit3518
      @njsmkmmsthatsit3518 Рік тому

      Yes it can be diagnosed in utero.

    • @mcgheebentle1958
      @mcgheebentle1958 Рік тому

      While neonatal tests and screenings for this and other chromosomal abnormalities do exist and are commonly given, it is worth noting that their accuracy is not incredibly high. Depending on the particular test or screening, the accuracy rate can be as low as 65-70 percent. I know three mothers that were all given a positive diagnosis for some chromosomal abnormality in utero but gave birth to children without any problems at all. So while yes, these tests do exist, I would like for the medical community to be more transparent about the accuracy of these screenings… people can make irreversible and life-altering decisions based on an in utero diagnosis that may or may not be true. I have never been pregnant, but when I start getting pregnant I will personally be refusing all tests and screenings. I know many younger mothers that are also choosing the same path.

  • @sabriarolle3394
    @sabriarolle3394 2 роки тому

    I lost my son with the same syndrome. I agree with you to a great deal. Softer words when delivering this type of news. I thank GOD for allowing us the time with my son.

  • @thecancelling2870
    @thecancelling2870 2 роки тому

    Good parents

  • @marizeteroncete70
    @marizeteroncete70 2 роки тому

    I have a Daughter she is 26 years old. She is a lovely girl and she walks by her self. We lived in Brasil.

  • @carolinejohnstone6509
    @carolinejohnstone6509 2 роки тому

    Great to refresh my understanding of your work. Thanks for your continued support of our children

  • @209illusion
    @209illusion 2 роки тому

    Im sorry for your loss, I too lost a baby to this T13. I understand your pain. Thank you for your story. The stress this brings to you is beyond words. I grieve for the loss of my child and the loss of my relationship with my wife due to this T13. I caused us so much pain it broke us apart.

  • @helentarratt7222
    @helentarratt7222 3 роки тому

    I qualified as an RGN in 1991 at Wycombe - I remember the consultant fondly - he was brilliant so was the other one but there was something very special about him it was a huge loss to paediatrics when he died. Interesting to hear about Saskia’s early years !