Being A Creative Dad
James’ son was born after he was paralyzed and his daughter was only three months old. "My kids don’t know me any other way." “My son used to stand on the back of my chair and we’d go cruising through…
Quadriplegic Mom to Quadriplegic Grandma
Transitioning to a life impacted by someone with paralysis takes time. “In many ways it was very good for them,” Ginger shares about the impact of her spinal cord injury on her daughters, but it had it’s challenging moments, especially for…
Parenting As A Ventilator-Dependent Quadriplegic
Jim was paralyzed before his daughter was born, so how does he feel about parenting as a vent-dependent quad? “She doesn’t know me any other way,” he shared about his role as a father. His daughter used to say his wheelchair…
Choosing Maternity Clothing For Moms In Wheelchairs
“When it comes to maternity clothes shopping, all pregnant women have the same goals in mind: to find clothes that are comfortable, stylish, versatile and help you to feel confident about your appearance.” For moms on wheels, it just requires…
Wheelchair Game Ideas for Parents In Wheelchairs
Sitting in a wheelchair doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on playing with your young kids. Yes, they have tons of energy and yes, it can be a challenge, but Valerie Deneen has ideas for wheelchair games with kids that…
Toddler Crawling On Quadriplegic Mom's Lap
Meg Johnson, a quadriplegic mom, has no finger mobility or abdominal control. When her daughter wants to get on her lap, they’ve devised an efficient system for crawling up. “Let’s go to the stairs!” Meg says, and little Zula is off.…
Quadriplegic Mom Getting Baby On The Floor
Meg Johnson, quadriplegic mom of a beautiful baby girl, struggled at first to figure out how to move her baby around without having finger mobility or abdominal control. One of the greatest challenges was putting her baby on the floor from her…
Quadriplegic Dad Establishes New Normal
Brendon already was a father to two young girls when he sustained a spinal cord injury in the ocean. This feature on Brendon goes back to the day of his spinal cord injury in 2006, sharing the story of the accident…
Paraplegic Mom: Redefining Motherhood
“You may not be able to walk but you know you’re still going to have this new adventure with your son and to be able to raise that child.” Stephanie Martinez was pregnant when she was in a car accident that…
Playing Dolls With Your Daughter As a Quadriplegic
“It makes my heart smile that Jeff can still play with Evie. That he’s found ways to interact with her, and that she accepts those new ways without question.” Playing with your child when you can’t move your arms or…