Nicole became a quadriplegic from a car accident when she was a teenager. Initially, she thought her dream to one day become a mother would not be something she could attain. But eight years after her injury, Nicole became pregnant…
Let’s face it, breastfeeding can be a rough road sometimes – whether it’s something moms do in public or in private. “Breastfeeding is hard for the average woman, and you add disability on top of that…” shares Nicky who recalls…
Gerry and his son Wyatt have a typical father/son relationship. They do things together like golfing and working out. One of their favorite activities is attending ice hockey games together. While in the stands, Wyatt gives his father verbal…
When Kelly first discovered she was pregnant, she experienced the range of emotions that so many expectant mothers feel during this time in their lives. What Kelly didn’t anticipate, however, was the roadblock she would experience with her doctor. …
My husband, Jeff, is a C4 quadriplegic from a diving accident in 2013. Our daughter, Evie, was four years old at the time of his injury. For nearly half of her life, her dad has been paralyzed. As a family, we’ve…
Two years ago, Alex Lewis contracted a common cold, which triggered a bacterial infection Strep A, also known as toxic shock syndrome. As a result, his arms, legs, and lips were amputated. Not only did it affect his physical health, it also…
People who use mobility aids such as wheelchairs, scooters, or crutches, are likely used to the scrutiny of the general public: stares that range from curious to intrusive, and questions that run the spectrum of polite to rude. Doctor Lisa…
For expectant mothers, routine prenatal care is recommended by obstetricians to monitor both mother and baby’s health during pregnancy. Evaluations of blood pressure, weight, uterine size, and fetal heart activity are all standard practices during prenatal visit. Doctor Lisa Iezzoni and…
The world of parenting is filled with so many emotions: joy, excitement, and that proud feeling you get when your kid accomplishes a monumental task are things most parents experience on this journey. But there’s also other feelings parents often…
Lauren is a new mother. She has faced criticism from others who doubted her ability to be a parent. And that is because Lauren has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Her decision to be a parent came after careful and responsible…