It’s amazing to hear about a father with Down syndrome who gave birth to, raised and created a real miracle in his son’s life. This is the story of Jad Issa, a simple but big-hearted Syrian man who overcame all prejudices and proved that love is stronger than any disability.

Although having a child with Down syndrome is extremely rare, #Jad got married and gave birth to a son, “Sader”. From the very first moment, he dedicated his life to giving his son a normal childhood, filled with love, like any other child. Jad worked for more than 25 years in a factory, alternating between simple and heavy jobs, just to provide for his family and send his son to university.

Today, his son, #SaderIssa, is a successful dentist and a prominent activist in raising awareness of Down syndrome, constantly sharing his father’s story with the world to break the prevailing stereotype.

Sader spoke of his father with tears of pride:

“My father is a love that is boundless. If I could choose any other father, I would choose him. The first thing my father does when people know me is to tell them, ‘My son is a dentist,’ as if to declare to the world that all his efforts were not in vain.”

He added: “He has kept his job for 25 years, maintained his marriage for 23 years, and has been by my side since birth until now. This is not an easy thing for anyone. I am extremely proud.”

What makes this story special is not only that a father with Down syndrome gave birth to and raised his son, but also that he is a symbol of dedication and devotion, until his son became a successful doctor, a continuation of his humanitarian mission.

People with Down syndrome have the ability to become true partners, fathers and heroes in the lives of those they love. This is not just a story, but also an eternal human lesson: with love and patience, any heart can achieve the impossible.