Hi, I’m Silvia.

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This June, Down Syndrome Ireland is once again celebrating Ice Cream Fundays, and you're invited to join in! For the past 20 years, families, schools, and communities all over Ireland have participate...

With just over a week to go until the Easter holidays, I have something special to share with you—a book reading with Lámh signs!

I recorded a video reading the story "5 Little Easter Bunnies" by Martha Mumford and Sarah Jennings. It’s a lovely, pla...

This Friday, we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day to honour and recognise the incredible people with Down syndrome in our lives.

For me, this celebration is deeply personal. One of my childhood friends, Monica, had Down syndrome, and growing up toge...

As parents and educators, we often wish children could have hours of therapy with professionals to support their early development. But here’s something important to remember: the real impact of intervention isn’t just what happens during therapy ses...

I'm delighted to share something very special with you—my first original song, The Morning Song!

This song, written and performed by my husband John and me, along with some help from our talented musician friends, was created especially for children...

One of the main questions for parents of children with disabilities over the last two months has been, "What would happen if I became sick? Who would look after my child/children?" This is a concern for all parents, particularly parents of children w...

Two weeks ago, my youngest son had his First Communion. It was such a beautiful day. All the 8-year-olds dressed impeccably, their faces lit up with big smiles; it was indeed their special day.

The teachers had arranged the church seating alphabetic...

You probably already know how much I love reading stories to children. It's not just something I do professionally; it's also a delightful part of our family's bedtime routine.

My two boys have grown from enjoying simple pictures and storybooks to l...

I'm thrilled to bring you a special video addressing a question from Ciara Olwill, a special education teacher at St. Mary's National School in Virginia, County Navan. 

Ciara aims to create an inclusive environment in her school by introducing basic...

I've recently received a question from one of our readers, a mother of two young children, one autistic, and the other is currently awaiting assessments.
I'm sharing this with you because her question resonates with the experiences of many in our com...

Young children with developmental delays often start educational and therapy interventions at an early age.

It's natural for toddlers and pre-schoolers to respond differently to these interventions. Some children eagerly embrace the activities pr...

In this blog post, I celebrate a significant milestone:

My son is finishing his first year in secondary school.

I feel immense joy and amazement at his progress. Reflecting on his journey, it's incredible to see how much he has grown. As a mother...

As an early intervention specialist and a parent, I understand the importance of teaching delayed gratification to all children, including children with disabilities. It is a valuable life skill that helps them learn patience, perseverance, and the a...

Starting primary school is a significant milestone in a child's life, and it can be both exciting and overwhelming for parents and children alike. 

For children with additional needs, transitioning to primary school can be even more challenging, wit...

Parenting can be challenging and rewarding, and balancing discipline with love and nurturing is a constant struggle for parents. As an early intervention specialist and mother, I have been reflecting on this topic a lot lately, especially after teach...