Thursday, October 9, 2008

Baby Flex

One of the characteristics of Down syndrome is "an excessive ability to extend the joints." Babies with DS are extremely flexible and Joaquin is no exception. Here is a photo of one of his most favorite positions.  We are constantly reminding him not to poke his eye out...with his toes!!!

4 comments:

Cheri said...

too cute!

Anonymous said...

i believe this characteristic is indicative of a lot more than just being able to extend the joints. i think it's reflective of a special flexibility in the heart. joaquin is bringing us a much bigger gift than his impressive toe sucking.

~KC: said...

Joaquin is absolutely ADORABLE ~

sheree said...

oh my gosh! What a cutie pie!

Gabby hasn't started doing any crazy gymnastics moves yet :)