Expectant Parents

Congratulations on the upcoming arrival of your baby!

We want to send our warmest wishes to you and your family during this exciting time. We also want you to know that you are not alone.

Many parents in our community remember the moment they first learned their child might have Down syndrome. It’s natural to feel a range of emotions, including uncertainty and worry. We want to reassure you that there is a caring network of families here to support you, share resources, and walk alongside you on this journey.

At the Colorado Springs Down Syndrome Association (CSDSA), we are here for you. We would love to deliver a New Parent Basket to you, filled with helpful resources, books, and items to support you as you welcome your baby.

To receive a basket, please email us at info@csdsa.org or call us at 719-633-1133.

We also have Parent Mentors—families who have been in your shoes—available to offer support, encouragement, and a listening ear. While we may not have all the answers, we know that connecting with other parents and accessing reliable resources can make a big difference.

Additionally, we invite you to join our New Parent Group, a welcoming space for parents and their babies (ages 0–4) to ask questions, learn, and build new friendships.

We would like to assure you, as we assure each of our new parents, that your child will be more like typical children than unlike them. Your child will go to school and will learn. He or she will look like you and will share your family traits. Perhaps most importantly, your baby will grow to become a complex and unique individual, and will be a positive contributing member of your family and community.

We are honored to welcome you to the CSDSA family.