#22q duplication

[phedre13]

Hey there! Sorry to bother you. I just came across your blog through the 22q tag and was just curious what that refers to here? :3

Hi! On my Tumblrs, it's referring to a 22q duplication, which means there is extra information on the 22nd chromosome, specifically the q section. It's a condition that often has physical and neurodevelopmental impact on the individual. I can go into it a lot deeper, but if you were wanting the short answer, here it is! You could also look at

Detect. Know. Grow. The International 22q11.2 Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of families and i

[romansdragon]

In the car with the human puppy after going to Children's. While a lot of service dogs ride in the back in kennels, part of my job is to help him be less anxious about being in the car and going places, so I sit with him in the back seat.

[romansdragon]

The human puppy continues to grow.

[romansdragon]

All is calm.

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Finally, sleeeeep.

[romansdragon]

We're FUZZY!

[phedre13]

Speak to him like he's a kindergartner with a 9th grade education.

My child's father, encapsulating the paradox of communication with our 10 year old son.