Kay recently had her three-month checkup with her endocrinologist, and it was so funny to see how much she remembered about the routine! As soon as they called us back from the waiting room, she walked straight over to the mat to get her height measured—fun fact: she’s exactly three feet tall now! Hehe. Then,…
We had an amazing time celebrating the 4th annual GiGi’s Playhouse GiGiFIT Donut Walk! This event is always so much fun, and the sense of community is truly heartwarming. Seeing so many people come together for such a great cause is inspiring. The beautiful weather made the day even better! I love introducing others to…
Saturday was World Down Syndrome Day! While I advocate for awareness and inclusion every day, this occasion is extra special—it’s a chance to highlight fun facts and share ways others can celebrate and promote inclusion. I was a bit disappointed that Kay was on spring break this year, as I love dressing her up in…
Kay and I recently had an exciting opportunity to be featured on one of our local news channels, Fox 5! Molly, a reporter with Fox 5, came across Kay’s GoFundMe while we were raising funds for her diabetic alert dog. She loved our story and reached out, eager to learn more. A few days later,…
Kay recently had her six-month ENT checkup. These appointments are usually quick, as I don’t believe the doctor she sees is an official pediatric ENT. Kay’s original doctor moved when she was around a year old, and finding pediatric specialists in Las Vegas has been a challenge. In fact, they’re currently working on building a…
This past weekend, we celebrated GiGi’s Playhouse Las Vegas’ first birthday! It’s hard to believe an entire year has passed since its doors first opened—what a magical year it has been! I still remember sitting with some of the founding members when this was just a dream. We talked about what it would take to…
We’ve officially started the journey of securing a Diabetic Alert Dog (DAD) for Kay. The more I learn about Type 1 Diabetes and its unpredictable nature, the more I realize just how important this is for her. Managing diabetes is a 24/7 job, and for a child like Kay—who may not always recognize when her…
Kay had her yearly eye exam—a routine checkup, but an important one. Since she was born with Down Syndrome, she’s at a higher risk of possibly needing glasses someday. Add in the fact that I wear glasses myself (thanks, genetics! Lol), and the odds aren’t exactly in her favor. On top of that, her type…
Saturday was another fun-filled day at GiGi’s Playhouse! I love keeping Kay active and engaged because, while relaxing at home is nice, I know she truly enjoys getting out, doing things, and spending time with her friends. We started the day with Art Explosion, where the kids painted with watercolors. Kay usually loves painting, but…
Kay’s school hosted another family engagement event, and this time, the focus was on staying active! Several activity stations were set up, including a brain break station where the kids sang and danced along to fun songs. One of Kay’s favorite parts of these events is bringing home a new book, and this time was…
