The initiative for a Downs Syndrome Barbie is a step in the right direction. It will not only allow children with the condition to see themselves in the doll, but it will also pave the path for other kids to recognize and embrace differences.

Living with autism in yourself or with a loved one isn't easy. These Instagram handles on creating autism awareness may help you understand some things though you must consult an expert.

Did I fail my child by being a working mother? Or did the medical community fail my daughter and her parents with its misogynistic biases and lack of empathy?

I realized that if I put her on wheel chair now, then she would never walk again. The comfort would make us both give up on the effort of making her walk, which was not easy. I did not want to give up without giving it my best.

Salaam Venky. When able-bodied individuals peer into the lives of disabled people, the way they choose to tell that story is often quite appalling.