Babies with Down's syndrome are like any newborn babies.
They'll be eating, sleeping, crying, and needing love and cuddles just like all babies.
Some babies with Down's syndrome might need extra help. This could be with things like feeding.
There's support available for whatever you or your baby needs.
No one can tell you what life will be like for your child. This is the same for children who do not have Down's syndrome.
Children with Down's syndrome are likely to have some level of learning disability – it's not possible to know how this will affect them.
Like any child they'll:
- have their own personality
- learn at their own pace
- have things that are important and unique to them
Try not to think too far ahead and enjoy time with your baby.
It might help to speak to other parents, families and charities who know how you're feeling.
Down's Syndrome Association
For people with Down's syndrome, their parents and carers.
- Call their helpline: 0333 1212 300
- Visit their website: www.downs-syndrome.org.uk
- Email: info@downs-syndrome.org.uk
They have:
Down Syndrome UK
For families and carers of children and young people with Down's syndrome.
- Visit their website: www.downsyndromeuk.co.uk
- Email: info@downsyndromeuk.co.uk
They have:
National Portage Association
For families with pre-school children with additional needs.
- Visit their website: www.portage.org.uk
- Find Portage services in your area
Having a child with Down's syndrome
3 families share their experience of having a child with Down's syndrome
Media review due: 13 May 2028
13 October 2025
