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NewParents

Congratulations on Your Baby

WELCOME to DSAMT!

DSAMT enhances the lives of those with “something extra” throughout their lifespan by providing programs that support their development and achievement, facilitate their inclusion in the community and help them lead fulfilling, meaningful lives.

DSAMT welcomes all parents, grandparents, siblings, physicians, educators, professionals, friends, and self-advocates. We primarily serve the 40 counties in Middle Tennessee but do not draw stiff boundaries and frequently support short-term visitors to our area as well. DSAMT has NO membership fees and offers programs at no or low cost to families.

If you are new to Middle TN or just visiting us for a little while, DSAMT is here to be your first call for questions about Down syndrome, opportunities, available resources, and to connect you with the extraordinary Middle TN Down syndrome community.

New and expecting parents

CONGRATULATIONS!! While the news of your child having Down syndrome may have come unexpectedly, your life will be full of many wonderful surprises and experiences. DSAMT is here to help celebrate with you and support you along the way.

Where to start? Read the New & Expecting Parent Guide: An Extraordinary Life. Then call us at our new and expectant parent hotline 615-294-8736 so that we can connect you with a trained parent representative, the most up-to-date resources, a community of friends to welcome you and support you, and a few very special gifts, too.

Gift bags to celebrate your loved one

Expecting Family: An Expecting Gift Bag includes an information packet, prenatal testing information, books on Down syndrome for expecting parents, information about DSAMT and other area resources, a onesie,an invitation to our new parent celebration and gifts for the parents.
Newborn: A Celebration Gift Bag, includes an information packet, resources and books on Down syndrome, information about DSAMT and other area resources, a one-of-a-kind, handmade quilt, an invitation to our new parent celebration and other gifts.
New to DSAMT: A Welcome Gift Bag for families new to DSAMT or new to the area, DSAMT provides a welcome gift bag with age appropriate resources and gifts.
Sunshine Bag: When individuals are sick or in the hospital a sunshine bag is just what they need to brighten their day with fun or calming items or toys along with resources and information.

Request a bag by contacting April Booten, Outreach Manager, at April@somethingextra.org or use the refer link below.

New and Expecting Parents

CONGRATULATIONS!!
DSAMT is aware this time can be a little overwhelming, we are here to celebrate with you and support you along the way.
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New to Middle TN

If you are new to Middle TN or just visiting us for a little while, DSAMT is here to help. We can answer questions about what is available for you and your family, provide or link you to resources and support, and connect you with the wonderful Middle TN Down syndrome Community
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Refer Someone to DSAMT

Anyone can confidentially refer a parent or family to DSAMT. A member of our staff or one of our trained Parent Representatives will quickly follow up with parents and offer support and connect them to resources and our community.
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