What is Rett Syndrome? Rett Syndrome is a devastating
neurologic developmental disorder that occurs almost exclusively in
girls. It is usually caused by a mutation of the MECP2 gene on the X
chromosome. Rett Syndrome is found in all racial and ethnic groups
throughout the world, and in every socioeconomic class. Rett Syndrome
affects 1 in 15,000 female births.
Early developmental milestones appear normal, but between
6-18 months of age, there is a delay or regression in development,
particularly affecting speech, hand skills and coordination. A hallmark
of Rett Syndrome is the repetitive hand movements that may include
seizures, irregular breathing, swallowing difficulties, and curvature of
the spine. Many individuals with Rett Syndrome live well into
adulthood.
There is currently no cure.
I had so many ideas for the blog hop but decide on making a layout for my friend son's scrapbook. He was in Alice and Wonderland Musical while back. She picked out the title and the characters she like for the layout. I made them both at 4" from The Disney Classic Cartridge.
Blog Candy!
We will have two lucky winners from this weekends blog hop.
and Leave a comment on each of the blogs to be entered to win one of the prizes.
Prize One is a Disney Princess Scrapbook Kit, and a few
Goodies from the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, a bracelet, a
pen, and a car magnet.
Prize Two is a Disney Theme Park Scrapbook Kit, and a few
Goodies from the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, a bracelet, a
pen, and a car magnet.
Along with the prizes I will be making two $5 donations to
the International Rett Syndrome Foundation in each of the winners names
in honor of my Daughter.
