​Designer Genes extends a warm welcome and congratulations to your brand new, or expecting, baby!​

​Designer Genes is made up of families, who have children and adults of all ages with Down syndrome, aspiring to offer each other friendship, support and a network to share information.

Being told your beautiful new baby has Down syndrome is not easy news. It is a time of strange emotions—happiness for your new baby, sadness and grief for the baby you thought you would have, and confusion about what the future will hold.  Know there is no right or wrong way to feel, except love for this new life you created.  Amazingly, each day the future will be brighter as you begin to realize all the wonderful things your child will do.

Every child with Down syndrome qualifies for free early intervention services from your local school district. We are here to make a referral to get you started.
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Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need to request a new baby packet. ​​We’re looking forward to meeting you and that new baby.

If you would like to connect, please reach out to Kendra at: 
Phone: (701) 751-2071
Email: [email protected].

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New Family Opportunities

Celebratory Welcome Box 
Designer Genes has created Welcome Boxes that include books and information on Down syndrome, local and national resources, and gifts for your baby. To request a welcome box, please email [email protected] 

Playgroups
Designer Genes hosts playgroups throughout the year for children and families to connect. This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents in our community. 

Designer Genes Membership Events
Throughout the year, Designer Genes hosts membership events. These events are a little larger and help families connect to other Designer Genes families. If you are interested in our upcoming membership events, please email [email protected] or call 701-751-2071.

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Helpful Resources

Down Syndrome Pregnancy  |  A program administered by the National Center for Prenatal and Postnatal Resources at the University of Kentucky's Human Development Institute. 

American Academy of Pediatrics  |  Children with Down Syndrome: Health Care Information for Families  
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Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network  |  Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN) is the largest national organization supporting new and expectant parents with a Down syndrome diagnosis.

Understanding Down Syndrome  |  Lettercase National Center for Prenatal and Postnatal Resources has created a general overview of Down syndrome.