A couple from Texas is getting major media attention after their blog chronicling their life raising a son with Down Syndrome went viral. Their story spread like a wildfire across social media outlets. The blog, entitled “Noah’s Dad,” demonstrates the joys and challenges of families raising children with special needs.

Little Noah Reminds Us Every Life Is Precious

In a news report for their local TV station, Noah’s father highlights the tragic 90% abortion rate for children diagnosed with Down Syndrome in the womb.

Watch the video: Story of Family Raising Down Syndrome Child Goes Viral

The Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation recently awarded its 2011 Leadership Award to the Kondrich family from Pittsburgh for their advocacy on behalf of children with special needs. The Kondrich family was changed forever when daughter Chloe was born with Down Syndrome. Chloe brought immeasurable joy to the Kondrich family and it became heart-wrenching for them to imagine that 9 in 10 children like Chloe are never given a chance at life. The Kondrich family felt compelled to raise awareness about the value of each and every human life.

It’s encouraging to see families boldly standing up for these children. Hopefully their examples will touch the hearts of others and transform our culture into one that embraces each human life as a joy and a gift.