I Didn't Know 1 of My Preemie Twins Has Down Syndrome Until the Day After I Gave Birth

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Kristal Hernandez shares the moment she learned that one of her preemie daughters, Ariel, was diagnosed with Down Syndrome.

!" My husband turned white as a sheet while I just smiled. Deep down, this is how I knew it would turn out.Amanda J. Alvares Photography

I was sent to the hospital for an emergency C-section because Baby A's cord had reversed and she was getting little to no nutrients. I was scared for the babies but elated they were only going to be six weeks early. I was previously given a steroid shot to help their lungs develop, just in case they were born early, and they stayed in long enough to feel comfortable about them being born. The doctor said she would do better in the NICU at this point, and it was our only option.

He got choked up and said,"I'm glad you remember because I didn't know how to tell you." One of the nurses on duty that night told him she had a mom friend who was involved in the Down syndrome community and could talk to me.We agreed on that name while taking a cruise and sailing away at sunset. I was having to give myself hormone shots while on that trip and it was intense and painful.

Sara introduced us to her friend who is involved not only in the Down syndrome community but who has a daughter who models as well. I wanted Ariel to have something of her own and be empowered and confident. I wanted her to advocate for her community and she has started modeling as well. She loves it and loves being in front of the camera.

 

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