Trying to find a good new show to binge watch? A&E’s six-episode docu-series about young adults with Down Syndrome called “Born This Way” will make you laugh, cry, and everything in between.

The show features seven people ranging from ages 22 to 32 with Down Syndrome. Steven, Elena, Rachel, Megan, John, Cristina, and Sean all convene at the Los Angeles community center, “Leaps n Boundz,” which serves individuals with special needs. There they hang out, play games, take cooking lessons, and provide a support network for each other. The show delves into the conversations that take place at Leaps n Boundz as they discuss living with Down Syndrome and the struggles that they face. We see them at their most raw, vulnerable moments, and that is what makes the show so special.

Not only does the show focus on their experience at the community center, it also features each adult’s individual story, including interviews with them and their parents.

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Steven has Mosaic Down Syndrome, which is a very rare form. He is a bit higher function than most people with Down Syndrome, but he still faces many challenges. He is certainly the chill, happy guy of the group.

Elena is definitely a drama queen. She shares her struggles growing up, acknowledging that it took her 20 years to feel accepted. Her strict Japanese mother undoubtedly plays a role in her lack of self-confidence. Even just hearing the words “Down Syndrome” makes her emotional.

Rachel is the worker of the group as she takes pride in her clerical job at an insurance company. Her love for Adam Lambert is contagious, and she is avidly seeking a boyfriend.

Megan has a very close relationship with her single mother, who only identifies herself as “Megan’s mom.” They move from Denver to LA to help accomplish Megan’s dream of working in the industry. The show features very intimate conversations between them regarding Megan’s desire to live on her own and have children.

John is quite the entertainer. He loves to crack jokes and is pursuing his dream of becoming a rapper; he debuts his song “Shake Your Booty” on the show.

Cristina is very close to her parents and two brothers and is well respected by everyone in the group. She has been dating her boyfriend, Angel, for nearly five years. Watching them go on dates will make your heart happy.

Lastly, Sean is the self-proclaimed “ladies man.” He quickly develops a crush on nearly anyone he meets. He is also a talented golfer and has won many medals from the Special Olympics.

“Born This Way” shines a light on the Down Syndrome community and exhibits how they are very much like everyone else. It is truly a heartwarming show and good for the whole family! Head on over to A&E’s website, aetv.com, to watch all six episodes for free. I promise you will not regret it.

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