Women, Children, Young People and Families

The Women, Children, Young People and Families (WYCPF) team at NHS Education for Scotland (NES) were delighted to host a webinar on Down's Syndrome offering an opportunity for CPD and collaborative learning.  Join us to hear about the issues affecting families and babies with Down's Syndrome and the support available.

The webinar aimed to:

• Increase knowledge about Down’s Syndrome and associated health issues, characteristics and learning profile of someone with Down’s Syndrome
• Increase knowledge of caring for infant at birth and in the immediate neonatal period
• Increase knowledge and understanding around supporting families with an unexpected diagnosis during pregnancy and in the postnatal period
• Improve awareness of the information, services and support Down’s Syndrome Scotland offer to families
• Provide a greater insight of Down’s Syndrome from a parent of a child with Down’s Syndrome and lived experience of a young person with Down’s Syndrome

Presenters:

• Varshali Swadi – Professional Engagement Lead, DSS  
• Parent Volunteer Speaker

Target Audience:

Practitioners who provide support and care during pregnancy and the postnatal period.

Words Matter

Video shared during webinar.