false 1270116 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 1270116 1 1259042 1 4 2008 Road Map to Holland: How I Found My Way Through My Son's First Two Years With Down Syndrome total:70|5:30|4:24|3:11|2:4|1:1| 70 288 123 25 611655 4.11 71 26 35519373 1192329 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 2 false Mon Sep 01 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Thu Oct 16 20:36:40 -0700 2008 Thu Oct 16 20:39:26 -0700 2008
I don't usually think of my presence in another's life as necessarily positive, so it is easy for me to withdraw it. "th...more...]]> 11499422 209773 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 4 2 false Tue Apr 01 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Wed Jan 02 19:30:50 -0800 2008 Mon Apr 14 16:15:28 -0700 2008
But I will say that Road Map to Holland was much more honest than many of ...more...]]> 53723230 945556 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Thu Apr 23 10:30:24 -0700 2009 Thu Apr 23 10:36:55 -0700 2009 more...]]> 52312538 786681 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 4 0 false Wed Apr 08 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Sat Apr 11 12:40:01 -0700 2009 Sat Apr 11 12:44:51 -0700 2009
Anyhow, in her blog she talked of ...more...]]> 21915184 767062 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 4 1 false Fri May 09 05:27:22 -0700 2008 Fri May 09 05:27:22 -0700 2008 41141744 1254221 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Sun Dec 28 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Sun Dec 28 19:57:05 -0800 2008 Sun Dec 28 19:57:33 -0800 2008 more...]]> 65711487 1022271 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Wed Aug 05 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Fri Jul 31 17:43:38 -0700 2009 Wed Aug 05 18:07:37 -0700 2009 more...]]> 26183126 1268167 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 4 0 false Wed Jul 02 22:01:41 -0700 2008 Wed Jul 02 22:01:58 -0700 2008 more...]]> 42141562 990975 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 3 0 false Sun Feb 08 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Tue Jan 06 15:23:14 -0800 2009 Sun Feb 08 21:59:53 -0800 2009 more...]]> 58540863 1035123 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Sun Jun 21 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Fri Jun 05 09:24:41 -0700 2009 Sun Jun 21 09:38:15 -0700 2009 more...]]> 70501631 2137606 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Tue Aug 25 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Tue Sep 08 13:39:28 -0700 2009 Tue Sep 08 13:41:36 -0700 2009 more...]]> 64554173 640224 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Tue Sep 01 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Wed Jul 22 13:24:26 -0700 2009 Tue Oct 13 07:27:03 -0700 2009 more...]]> 23586078 729321 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 3 0 false Sun Jun 01 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Tue Jun 03 03:57:19 -0700 2008 Tue Jun 03 04:03:19 -0700 2008 more...]]> 43381845 1613898 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 2 0 false Sun Jun 01 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Sat Jan 17 13:38:57 -0800 2009 Sat Jan 17 13:39:17 -0800 2009 28134579 1108794 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Tue Jul 01 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Wed Jul 23 22:08:35 -0700 2008 Sat Aug 02 15:13:45 -0700 2008 more...]]> 56328611 2326503 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Sat May 16 19:22:01 -0700 2009 Sat May 16 19:29:22 -0700 2009 59634230 1868110 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 3 0 false Mon Jun 15 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Sun Jun 14 12:56:54 -0700 2009 Mon Jun 15 17:14:05 -0700 2009 32459308 1170800 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 5 0 false Tue Sep 09 13:25:11 -0700 2008 Sat Feb 21 09:54:41 -0800 2009 Jennifer is so great at expressing her feelings about her son and a wonderful storyteller. Many times I felt as if she was able to give words to feeli...more...]]> 54698849 2277423 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 0 0 false Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Sat May 02 10:35:25 -0700 2009 Sat May 02 10:35:48 -0700 2009 41866419 264692 1270116 0451222954 9780451222954 25 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255972519m/1270116.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1270116.Road_Map_to_Holland_How_I_Found_My_Way_Through_My_Son_s_First_Two_Years_With_Down_Syndrome 4.11 70 An exceptional memoir that provides emotional insight and practical advice.

It's like planning a trip to Italy, only to get off the plane and discover you're actually in Holland. You need a new road map, and fast...

When Jennifer Groneberg and her husband learned they'd be having twin boys, their main concern was whether they'd need an addition on their house. Then, five days after Avery and Bennett were born, Avery was diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Here, Jennifer shares the story of what followed. She dealt with doctors--some who helped, and some who were disrespectful or even dangerous. She saw some relationships in her life grow stronger, while severing ties with people who proved unsupportive. And she continues to struggle to find balance in the hardships and joys of raising a child with special needs. This book is a resource, a companion for parents, and above all, a story of the love between a mother and her son--as she learns that Avery is exactly the child she never knew she wanted.]]> 4 0 false Wed Jul 01 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Sun Jan 04 13:40:30 -0800 2009 Fri Sep 11 12:57:11 -0700 2009 more...]]> 8 http://www.goodreads.com/book_link/follow/8?book_id=1270116