Maisy’s Winter Favourites… As the nights draw in and the air turns crisp, there’s something magical about winter with Maisy. The world feels slower, cosier — and somehow more special. I’ve always loved this time of year: wrapping up warm, long walks in the cold air, and those extra snuggles
A Maisy & Dadda story about hope, worry, and finding our way through a changing SEND funding world. It’s hard to believe that in less than a year, Maisy will be putting on her first little school uniform. Just typing that makes my heart skip. How is it possible that
🎃 Magical Halloween with Down Syndrome: Maisy’s Trick-or-Treat Adventure Halloween is always a night full of excitement — but this year was extra special. It was Maisy’s first Halloween with Down Syndrome, when I felt she could join in and was old enough to participate, and she couldn’t wait to have
Learning to Eat – One Bite at a Time They said it would take time… and they were right. It’s taken patience, perseverance, and a whole lot of mashed-up meals along the way — but look at her now. Maisy is eating sausage and chips by herself (cut up into
A Down Syndrome Preschool Milestone to Celebrate This week marks a huge milestone in Maisy’s world — her Down Syndrome Preschool transition! 💛 Maisy has been transitioning from the toddler room into the preschool room at nursery — and she’s absolutely loving it! It feels like such a milestone, one
Celebrating Strength During Down Syndrome Awareness Month Today, we returned to Leeds General Infirmary for one of Maisy’s regular check-ups — a respiratory review to see how she’s managing her long-term antibiotics. For most parents, a hospital appointment might be just another thing on the to-do list. But for us,
Hi, I’m Dadda — and this is Maisy, my amazing daughter who happens to have Down syndrome. Together we’re on a journey filled with laughter, learning, and love. Through our stories, photos, and blogs, we share the real moments of a Down syndrome parenting journey — the milestones that make us proud, the challenges that make us stronger, and the joy that shines through it all. At Maisy and Dadda, we celebrate inclusion, raise Down syndrome awareness, and show that life’s most beautiful stories are written one giggle, one cuddle, and one milestone at a time. Whether you’re a parent, family member, or simply someone who believes in kindness and understanding, we’re glad you’re here. 💛 #MaisyAndDadda #DownSyndromeAwareness #ParentingJourney #InclusionMatters
Maisy’s Winter Favourites… As the nights draw in and the air turns crisp, there’s something magical about winter with Maisy. The world feels slower, cosier — and somehow more special. I’ve always loved this time of year: wrapping up warm, long walks in the cold air, and those extra snuggles
A Maisy & Dadda story about hope, worry, and finding our way through a changing SEND funding world. It’s hard to believe that in less than a year, Maisy will be putting on her first little school uniform. Just typing that makes my heart skip. How is it possible that
🎃 Magical Halloween with Down Syndrome: Maisy’s Trick-or-Treat Adventure Halloween is always a night full of excitement — but this year was extra special. It was Maisy’s first Halloween with Down Syndrome, when I felt she could join in and was old enough to participate, and she couldn’t wait to have
Learning to Eat – One Bite at a Time They said it would take time… and they were right. It’s taken patience, perseverance, and a whole lot of mashed-up meals along the way — but look at her now. Maisy is eating sausage and chips by herself (cut up into
A Down Syndrome Preschool Milestone to Celebrate This week marks a huge milestone in Maisy’s world — her Down Syndrome Preschool transition! 💛 Maisy has been transitioning from the toddler room into the preschool room at nursery — and she’s absolutely loving it! It feels like such a milestone, one
Celebrating Strength During Down Syndrome Awareness Month Today, we returned to Leeds General Infirmary for one of Maisy’s regular check-ups — a respiratory review to see how she’s managing her long-term antibiotics. For most parents, a hospital appointment might be just another thing on the to-do list. But for us,