Hi, I’m Silvia.

In my blog, I discuss early intervention and how to build inclusive communities where children of all abilities are valued and supported.

World Down Syndrome Day: A Personal Reflection families Mar 18, 2025

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...

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Communion Day and the Bitter-Sweet Feelings of Big Occasions families May 20, 2024

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...

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Insights for Families - My advice to a mum who is trying her best families Oct 10, 2023

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...

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