If We Knew Then Podcast
@ifweknewthen.bsky.social
A Down syndrome advocacy podcast with the mission to change misperceptions and promote inclusion. Hosted by: Stephen and Lori Saux #DownSyndrome #T21 💛💙
Beth Gibson shares how Buddy Up for Life is building teams where athletes with disabilities lead and grow.
Volunteers aren’t saviors, they’re buddies.
Our kids aren’t tokens, they’re athletes.
Tune in for a mindset shift every parent and educator needs:
www.IfWeKnewThen.com
Volunteers aren’t saviors, they’re buddies.
Our kids aren’t tokens, they’re athletes.
Tune in for a mindset shift every parent and educator needs:
www.IfWeKnewThen.com
December 2, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Beth Gibson shares how Buddy Up for Life is building teams where athletes with disabilities lead and grow.
Volunteers aren’t saviors, they’re buddies.
Our kids aren’t tokens, they’re athletes.
Tune in for a mindset shift every parent and educator needs:
www.IfWeKnewThen.com
Volunteers aren’t saviors, they’re buddies.
Our kids aren’t tokens, they’re athletes.
Tune in for a mindset shift every parent and educator needs:
www.IfWeKnewThen.com
When someone in power uses the r-word publicly, it doesn't just insult, it normalizes the message that devaluing people is acceptable. It sets a tone for the whole country that some lives are worth less.
We choose respect.
We choose inclusion.
And we expect our leaders to do the same.
IWKT
We choose respect.
We choose inclusion.
And we expect our leaders to do the same.
IWKT
December 2, 2025 at 6:22 PM
When someone in power uses the r-word publicly, it doesn't just insult, it normalizes the message that devaluing people is acceptable. It sets a tone for the whole country that some lives are worth less.
We choose respect.
We choose inclusion.
And we expect our leaders to do the same.
IWKT
We choose respect.
We choose inclusion.
And we expect our leaders to do the same.
IWKT
Beth Gibson founder of Buddy Up for Life joins us this week.
Her program embraces what it means to live with Down syndrome and helps participants live a life that redefines expectations and breaks traditional boundaries.
FULL EPISODE: www.IfWeKnewThen.com
Her program embraces what it means to live with Down syndrome and helps participants live a life that redefines expectations and breaks traditional boundaries.
FULL EPISODE: www.IfWeKnewThen.com
November 29, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Beth Gibson founder of Buddy Up for Life joins us this week.
Her program embraces what it means to live with Down syndrome and helps participants live a life that redefines expectations and breaks traditional boundaries.
FULL EPISODE: www.IfWeKnewThen.com
Her program embraces what it means to live with Down syndrome and helps participants live a life that redefines expectations and breaks traditional boundaries.
FULL EPISODE: www.IfWeKnewThen.com
Our statement in response to the president’s use of the word retarded in his social media post on Thanksgiving Day.
November 28, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Our statement in response to the president’s use of the word retarded in his social media post on Thanksgiving Day.
☑️ Saw Craig Thomas tonight
☑️ Got our copy of THAT’S NOT HOW IT HAPPENED signed
☑️ Socialized on a Friday night
☑️ Picture with Craig & the kids
Success!
☑️ Got our copy of THAT’S NOT HOW IT HAPPENED signed
☑️ Socialized on a Friday night
☑️ Picture with Craig & the kids
Success!
November 8, 2025 at 9:28 AM
☑️ Saw Craig Thomas tonight
☑️ Got our copy of THAT’S NOT HOW IT HAPPENED signed
☑️ Socialized on a Friday night
☑️ Picture with Craig & the kids
Success!
☑️ Got our copy of THAT’S NOT HOW IT HAPPENED signed
☑️ Socialized on a Friday night
☑️ Picture with Craig & the kids
Success!
Wonderful seeing the great Dodger, Carl Erskine, come up after tonight’s World Series game in Toronto.
We often think of Carl and his wife Betty’s decades of work that helped change attitudes and improve support systems for individuals with Down syndrome. 1/3
We often think of Carl and his wife Betty’s decades of work that helped change attitudes and improve support systems for individuals with Down syndrome. 1/3
October 26, 2025 at 4:12 AM
Wonderful seeing the great Dodger, Carl Erskine, come up after tonight’s World Series game in Toronto.
We often think of Carl and his wife Betty’s decades of work that helped change attitudes and improve support systems for individuals with Down syndrome. 1/3
We often think of Carl and his wife Betty’s decades of work that helped change attitudes and improve support systems for individuals with Down syndrome. 1/3
When schools treat accommodations as a gift instead of a legal right, our students pay the price. This is a call to action for educators to stop seeing accommodations as extra work and start recognizing them as the keys to inclusion & an equal education.
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193. Accommodations In An IEP Are A Right Not A Favor - | Listen on...
When schools treat accommodations like a gift instead of a legal right, students with disabilities are the ones who pay the price. In this episode...
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October 19, 2025 at 12:33 AM
When schools treat accommodations as a gift instead of a legal right, our students pay the price. This is a call to action for educators to stop seeing accommodations as extra work and start recognizing them as the keys to inclusion & an equal education.
go.goodpods.com/9VChJq
go.goodpods.com/9VChJq
People with Down syndrome, along with their caregivers, respond to one of the big misconceptions out there: that people with Down syndrome can’t learn.
Ability should never be underestimated.
#DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #DownSyndrome #inclusion #disability
Ability should never be underestimated.
#DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #DownSyndrome #inclusion #disability
October 10, 2025 at 3:52 PM
People with Down syndrome, along with their caregivers, respond to one of the big misconceptions out there: that people with Down syndrome can’t learn.
Ability should never be underestimated.
#DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #DownSyndrome #inclusion #disability
Ability should never be underestimated.
#DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #DownSyndrome #inclusion #disability
Our 15-year-old son wrote this poem.
As with everything he does, it is honest and true.
#downsyndrome #DownSyndromeAwarenessmonth
#inclusion #advocacy
As with everything he does, it is honest and true.
#downsyndrome #DownSyndromeAwarenessmonth
#inclusion #advocacy
October 3, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Our 15-year-old son wrote this poem.
As with everything he does, it is honest and true.
#downsyndrome #DownSyndromeAwarenessmonth
#inclusion #advocacy
As with everything he does, it is honest and true.
#downsyndrome #DownSyndromeAwarenessmonth
#inclusion #advocacy
Down Syndrome Awareness Month!
7-year-old Ellison and Cincinnati barber Vernon Jackson beautifully connect over a haircut.
#inclusionmatters #inclusion #DownSyndromeAwareness #downsyndrome
7-year-old Ellison and Cincinnati barber Vernon Jackson beautifully connect over a haircut.
#inclusionmatters #inclusion #DownSyndromeAwareness #downsyndrome
October 2, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Down Syndrome Awareness Month!
7-year-old Ellison and Cincinnati barber Vernon Jackson beautifully connect over a haircut.
#inclusionmatters #inclusion #DownSyndromeAwareness #downsyndrome
7-year-old Ellison and Cincinnati barber Vernon Jackson beautifully connect over a haircut.
#inclusionmatters #inclusion #DownSyndromeAwareness #downsyndrome
People with Down syndrome bring unique skills, perspectives and value to the workforce.
Let’s push past stereotypes and open doors to opportunity. Because true awareness means building a world where everyone belongs. 🌍💛 💙
#DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #HireAbility
Let’s push past stereotypes and open doors to opportunity. Because true awareness means building a world where everyone belongs. 🌍💛 💙
#DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #HireAbility
October 1, 2025 at 5:10 PM
People with Down syndrome bring unique skills, perspectives and value to the workforce.
Let’s push past stereotypes and open doors to opportunity. Because true awareness means building a world where everyone belongs. 🌍💛 💙
#DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #HireAbility
Let’s push past stereotypes and open doors to opportunity. Because true awareness means building a world where everyone belongs. 🌍💛 💙
#DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #HireAbility
Typical kids get the grace to have accidents because “that’s how they learn.” Our children deserve that SAME grace. 💙💛
No shame. No judgment.
Just learning, growing and celebrating every step of the journey. #DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #PottyTrainingJourney
No shame. No judgment.
Just learning, growing and celebrating every step of the journey. #DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #PottyTrainingJourney
September 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Typical kids get the grace to have accidents because “that’s how they learn.” Our children deserve that SAME grace. 💙💛
No shame. No judgment.
Just learning, growing and celebrating every step of the journey. #DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #PottyTrainingJourney
No shame. No judgment.
Just learning, growing and celebrating every step of the journey. #DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #PottyTrainingJourney
People with Down syndrome should always be referred to as people first.
Avoid:
"a Down syndrome child" or
"Down's child" - it should be "a child with Down syndrome."
Avoid:
"a Down syndrome child" or
"Down's child" - it should be "a child with Down syndrome."
September 28, 2025 at 7:11 PM
People with Down syndrome should always be referred to as people first.
Avoid:
"a Down syndrome child" or
"Down's child" - it should be "a child with Down syndrome."
Avoid:
"a Down syndrome child" or
"Down's child" - it should be "a child with Down syndrome."
September 26, 2025 at 7:13 PM
After winning the Australian Football League (AFL) championship, Geelong Cats captain Joel Selwood didn’t go straight for the cameras or the trophy. Instead, he made his way into the stands to bring Sam Moorfoot onto the field to celebrate.
#downsyndrome #InclusionMatters
#downsyndrome #InclusionMatters
September 22, 2025 at 8:21 PM
After winning the Australian Football League (AFL) championship, Geelong Cats captain Joel Selwood didn’t go straight for the cameras or the trophy. Instead, he made his way into the stands to bring Sam Moorfoot onto the field to celebrate.
#downsyndrome #InclusionMatters
#downsyndrome #InclusionMatters
In September of 2017, Frank Stephens testified before U.S. Congress on the importance of Down syndrome research.
#Downsyndrome #advocacy
#Downsyndrome #advocacy
September 19, 2025 at 5:49 PM
In September of 2017, Frank Stephens testified before U.S. Congress on the importance of Down syndrome research.
#Downsyndrome #advocacy
#Downsyndrome #advocacy
Carl Erskine’s story is bigger than baseball. It’s about courage, compassion and inclusion.
Stephen shared why Carl’s legacy means so much to our family on Brian Baumgartner’s podcast.
Join us: ifweknewthen.podbean.com/e/170-celebr...
#downsyndrome #InclusionMatters #advocacy
Stephen shared why Carl’s legacy means so much to our family on Brian Baumgartner’s podcast.
Join us: ifweknewthen.podbean.com/e/170-celebr...
#downsyndrome #InclusionMatters #advocacy
September 18, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Carl Erskine’s story is bigger than baseball. It’s about courage, compassion and inclusion.
Stephen shared why Carl’s legacy means so much to our family on Brian Baumgartner’s podcast.
Join us: ifweknewthen.podbean.com/e/170-celebr...
#downsyndrome #InclusionMatters #advocacy
Stephen shared why Carl’s legacy means so much to our family on Brian Baumgartner’s podcast.
Join us: ifweknewthen.podbean.com/e/170-celebr...
#downsyndrome #InclusionMatters #advocacy
This heartfelt conversation is a reminder of the power of compassionate care and our hope that every family finds a physician who sees their child for exactly who they are.
Listen now - www.ifweknewthen.com
#downsyndrome
Listen now - www.ifweknewthen.com
#downsyndrome
September 16, 2025 at 3:43 PM
This heartfelt conversation is a reminder of the power of compassionate care and our hope that every family finds a physician who sees their child for exactly who they are.
Listen now - www.ifweknewthen.com
#downsyndrome
Listen now - www.ifweknewthen.com
#downsyndrome
Let’s support people with Down syndrome in writing their own story.
#downsyndrome #advocate #inclusion
#downsyndrome #advocate #inclusion
September 15, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Let’s support people with Down syndrome in writing their own story.
#downsyndrome #advocate #inclusion
#downsyndrome #advocate #inclusion
If you type the words "Down syndrome" in the search engine of this site, you will see that DS is used as a way to mock, shame and make fun of.
This is reflective of a society that still struggles to see people with intellectual disabilities as equal, worthy and fully human.
This is reflective of a society that still struggles to see people with intellectual disabilities as equal, worthy and fully human.
September 13, 2025 at 9:21 PM
If you type the words "Down syndrome" in the search engine of this site, you will see that DS is used as a way to mock, shame and make fun of.
This is reflective of a society that still struggles to see people with intellectual disabilities as equal, worthy and fully human.
This is reflective of a society that still struggles to see people with intellectual disabilities as equal, worthy and fully human.
Jake Pratt is an inspiring young man who has never let expectations define him.
From scoring a touchdown on his HS football team, to graduating from Clemson LIFE, to working two jobs, Jake continues to show the world what true inclusion & opportunity look like.
#Downsyndrome
From scoring a touchdown on his HS football team, to graduating from Clemson LIFE, to working two jobs, Jake continues to show the world what true inclusion & opportunity look like.
#Downsyndrome
September 12, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Jake Pratt is an inspiring young man who has never let expectations define him.
From scoring a touchdown on his HS football team, to graduating from Clemson LIFE, to working two jobs, Jake continues to show the world what true inclusion & opportunity look like.
#Downsyndrome
From scoring a touchdown on his HS football team, to graduating from Clemson LIFE, to working two jobs, Jake continues to show the world what true inclusion & opportunity look like.
#Downsyndrome
We’re honored to share a conversation with Jeaneen Tang a speech pathologist & mother of a neurodivergent son. Her new book “Play Dumb and Sabotage” is a must read for anyone wanting to nurture early language development with practical, everyday strategies.
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Sharing Speech Therapy Tools - Jeaneen Tang - If We Knew Then - Down Syndrome Podcast
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September 12, 2025 at 2:18 PM
We’re honored to share a conversation with Jeaneen Tang a speech pathologist & mother of a neurodivergent son. Her new book “Play Dumb and Sabotage” is a must read for anyone wanting to nurture early language development with practical, everyday strategies.
youtu.be/4W1Pgf1zuK4?...
youtu.be/4W1Pgf1zuK4?...
Every parent wants to support their child’s communication — but sometimes, we don’t know where to start.
In this week’s episode, we sit down with speech-language pathologist and author Jeaneen Tang to talk about her powerful new book Play Dumb and Sabotage.
#speechtherapy
In this week’s episode, we sit down with speech-language pathologist and author Jeaneen Tang to talk about her powerful new book Play Dumb and Sabotage.
#speechtherapy
September 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Every parent wants to support their child’s communication — but sometimes, we don’t know where to start.
In this week’s episode, we sit down with speech-language pathologist and author Jeaneen Tang to talk about her powerful new book Play Dumb and Sabotage.
#speechtherapy
In this week’s episode, we sit down with speech-language pathologist and author Jeaneen Tang to talk about her powerful new book Play Dumb and Sabotage.
#speechtherapy
When we advocate for
supports in school, we
aren’t asking for more.
We are demanding what
should already be there:
access, inclusion, equity.
#downsyndrome #advocate #education #disability #downsyndromeadvocate #iep #disabilitypride #inclusionmatters
supports in school, we
aren’t asking for more.
We are demanding what
should already be there:
access, inclusion, equity.
#downsyndrome #advocate #education #disability #downsyndromeadvocate #iep #disabilitypride #inclusionmatters
September 11, 2025 at 4:33 PM
When we advocate for
supports in school, we
aren’t asking for more.
We are demanding what
should already be there:
access, inclusion, equity.
#downsyndrome #advocate #education #disability #downsyndromeadvocate #iep #disabilitypride #inclusionmatters
supports in school, we
aren’t asking for more.
We are demanding what
should already be there:
access, inclusion, equity.
#downsyndrome #advocate #education #disability #downsyndromeadvocate #iep #disabilitypride #inclusionmatters
Your student’s education is right. Accommodations are a right, not a favor.
Listen to the podcast: www.IfWeKnewThen.com
Listen to the podcast: www.IfWeKnewThen.com
September 10, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Your student’s education is right. Accommodations are a right, not a favor.
Listen to the podcast: www.IfWeKnewThen.com
Listen to the podcast: www.IfWeKnewThen.com