โReal Faith. Real Family. A Legacy Worth Livingโ
We are Juan and Jen.
If weโre being honest, we never thought weโd end up here, sharing our story with the world. But here we are. Not because we have it all figured out, but because weโve learned how to keep showing up even when everything feels upside down.
We believe every family raising a child with unique abilities deserves to feel seen, supported, and celebrated, not just surviving, but thriving together. Raising Peanut exists to create a community where the extraordinary journey of raising children with Down syndrome and autism is honored through authentic connection, practical encouragement, and joyful representation."
Raising Peanut isnโt about a perfect family. Itโs about fighting for what matters. Especially when itโs messy.
This is our place to share the wins, the breakdowns, the lessons, and the laughs, in case you're out there wondering if youโre the only one just trying to hold it together.
Youโre not alone.
Real Life. Real Stories.
Weโre not experts. We're just a family showing up, even when it's messy and sharing what weโre learning along the way.
Sometimes itโs about parenting. Sometimes marriage. Sometimes faith. Always real.
Hereโs whatโs been on our hearts lately:

