Down Syndrome - Nicole Stoecken, DO

Down syndrome is a genetic condition where a child is born with an extra copy of the 21st chromosome. Although genetic testing is available to provide detection during birth, for many moms, like Dr. Nicole Stoecken from MercyOne Grimes Pediatric Care, a surprise diagnosis at birth is also possible.

Since Dr. Stoecken gave birth to her fourth child, Josie, who was born with Down syndrome in Dec. 2019, she has become an advocate and guide for children with a diagnosis of Down syndrome. As a pediatric physician, Dr. Stoecken works with new moms daily. In this episode she provides some frequently asked questions she’s received from new parents of children with Down syndrome.

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