Ep 10. Oh Baby!

Born This Way is a reality TV show that features young adults with Down Syndrome living their lives to the fullest. It follows the day to day life of seven individuals who are passionate about their work, love and friendships. The show aims to break stereotypes and prejudices surrounding Down Syndrome and showcase that these unique individuals are capable of achieving their dreams and goals.

In the finale of season 2, named Oh Baby! we see Cristina and Angel busy planning their future together. Angel wants to buy a new car to signify his financial independence, while Cristina wants to have a baby. The two are in love and have been in a committed relationship for a while. However, with Cristina's desire to have a child, it becomes a more significant topic of conversation for the couple as they work to prepare for a future family.

Meanwhile, Steven is starting a new job at his father's construction company. Since it is his first professional job, Steven is excited to take on new responsibilities and prove his worth to his boss and coworkers. It’s admirable to see Steven's eagerness to work harder and make a lasting impact on the construction industry.

The show also explores Rachel's journey as a fashion designer. After being rejected from an internship opportunity, Rachel works with her mentor to create her fashion line. Through all the adversity, discrimination, and self-doubt, Rachel perseveres and works hard to follow her dreams of becoming a successful fashion designer.

Finally, we see John, Megan, and Elena prepare for their trip to New York City with their parents. It’s their first time traveling without their parents. John, who is known to have a somewhat naïve personality, has some apprehensions about navigating through the busy city, whereas Megan and Elena relish the thought of experiencing the Big Apple culture. It is an instance that shows the show highlights different personalities of people, all with Down Syndrome, who are capable of exploring new cities, having fun, and enjoying their independence.

Oh Baby! is not the most eventful episode of the series, but it precisely showcases the daily lives of these seven people who have Down Syndrome. It is a heartwarming episode that insightfully portrays the struggles and triumphs of these young adults who dream big and work hard to achieve their goals. It showcases their everyday lives, aspirations, relationships, careers, and families. It clears up misconceptions and stereotypes about people having Down Syndrome by opening up about their daily struggles and challenges. This episode is a magnificent finale that compels the viewers to reflect on some of the most simple pleasures of life, cherish your dreams and work harder to achieve it.