Dublin Marathon Fundraiser for Down Syndrome

Mum and I will be completing Dublin Marathon on Sunday 30th October and would love to raise money to support the charities, Positive About Down Syndrome and Families with Ups and Downs. As you know Miss Ivy was born last August rocking her extra chromosome and both of these charities have been a great support right from the beginning.

Positive About Down Syndrome provides information and ongoing support to expectant and new parents, so they have a true understanding of the reality of parenting a child/young person with Down Syndrome. This charity supported us from our prenatal diagnosis and continues to offer support groups and further training. They offer Speech and Language Therapy, additional Physio, Makaton training and so much more.

Families with Ups and Downs is a local support group based in Belfast. We have loved being a part of this group and enjoy meeting local families. They also offer support groups, training and fun days locally for a chance to meet everyone. They also offer additional groups to help with Ivy's development.

Both these groups have been so beneficial for us and we would love to give something back!