Trig Palin

  • Trig Paxson Van Palin is the youngest child of Republican vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin. Sarah Palin was 44 years old when she gave birth to Trig. He was born with Down syndrome, a genetic disorder caused by an extra partial or complete chromosome which results in mental retardation and other problems.NDSS: Information Topics
  • Early Arrival

    While attending an energy conference in Texas, Sarah experienced a slow leak of amniotic fluid. After checking with her doctor, she stayed to deliver a 30 minute speech. She then flew home Alaska for the delivery. Although Sarah did not tell the pilot or flight attendants that she was 36 weeks pregnant, she said did not hide her condition.People: Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin Welcomes Son (April 22, 2008)
  • Rumors of Parentage

    Unsubstantiated rumors emerged around the time of Palin's pregnancy announcement that the baby was not actually hers, but her daughter Bristol's, an unmarried 17-year-old high school junior.Reddit: Gov. Palin Announced She Was Pregnant. Local Rumors... (March 2008)
  • Family's Birth Announcement

    • "Trig is beautiful and already adored by us. We knew through early testing he would face special challenges, and we feel privileged that God would entrust us with this gift and allow us unspeakable joy as he entered our lives."Sarah PalinPeople: Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin Welcomes Son (April 22, 2008)
    • "When we first heard, it was kind of confusing. It was very, very challenging. [But now,] it just feels like he fits perfectly. He is supposed to be here with us"—Sarah PalinPeople: Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin Welcomes Son (April 22, 2008)

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