Caring for Kaden
JoAnn D from IL
My son Kaden is a very busy 6 year old who also happens to have down syndrome. He loves all kinds of fresh fruits and veggies. He actually prefers frozen peas and cucumber slices to cookies and candy! I know how important nutrition is for a healthy mind and body, especially when someone is already compromised. Because of his down syndrome, Kaden is more susceptible to normal colds, flu, ear infections and also more serious illnesses such as leukemia. Kaden suffers from frequent ear infections, allergies and asthma. We are one of the lucky ones to have not had to have any heart surgeries which are also common for kids with downs. I try to buy organic foods when I can but sadly they are usually too expensive. I try to find coupons when I can, but fresh produce rarely has coupons available. I always buy fresh or frozen rather than canned when ever possible. I want what any mother would want for her child regardless of whether they have a dissablity or not, and that is for them to grow up healthy and happy That is why I buy organic, to give my son the best possible chance at life. He has many other obstacles to overcome that I won't be able to control, but what he eats is something I can do for him to benefit the rest of his life!
Report this- 06.23.11