Creative Uses of Pool Noodles
“Most of the time it’s more the parents’ hangup at first thinking their kid is going to not show the same affection to them, when it’s actually usually the kid that teaches mom or dad that they just want to…
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Parenting Perspectives: Moms On Wheels
“Some people with disabilities have a hard time fathoming how they could care for a child and end up missing out on something that deep down they’d really like to experience in life.” Amy Saffell wants to overturn the (misinformed)…
Writing With A Splint
Eric, a quadriplegic without finger movement, demonstrates writing with a splint that holds the pen. https://youtu.be/TfZgtwrWIwU “It’s a simple splint that I made through the rehab,” he shares. “It’s done through the occupational therapy department.” He slides the device around his…
Signing A Receipt Without Finger Mobility
When you’re out on the go and need to sign for a credit card, it’s handy to have a way to hold a pen without requiring a splint. https://youtu.be/NsbU8B9JNo4 Writing without moving your fingers Eric Ting, a quadriplegic who is…
Adjusting To Life With Paralysis
Eric Ting, a quadriplegic from Singapore, shares his insights on adjusting to life with paralysis for anyone new to it. “I can tell you, it’s not the end of life. You have a great future in front of you if…
Bottle Feeding A Baby With No Finger Movement
Feeding a baby without moving your fingers takes some adjustments, but with a little practice and creativity, it’s possible. Not only does Meg Johnson have an awesome bottle holder her friends fashioned by her friends to attach to her wheelchair…
Retrieving A Pacified From Under The Crib
Your child’s pacifier is on the floor out of reach and you don’t have a reacher, what do you do? Meg Johnson, a quadriplegic mom, had to figure out how to retrieve her daughter’s pacifier after fell on the floor on the…
Styling Your Kid's Hair Without Finger Mobility
Meg Johnson, a quadriplegic mom, demonstrates how she styles her baby’s hair. Her adorable daughter sits on her lap while Meg combs her hair and puts in a small clip that doesn’t require Meg to use her fingers. This is…
Woman Putting On A Shirt Without Finger Mobility
Without abdominal control or finger movement, putting on a shirt takes a little adjustment, but is completely possible. https://youtu.be/0y6bmiLk0s4 Learning to adapt to limited mobility Meg Johnson, a quadriplegic, demonstrates that it’s not complicated once you get the hang of…
Bedtime Songs For Your Toddler
Meg, a quadriplegic mom, sings an adorable bedtime song to her toddler, Zula, stuffed animals included. Her daughter is dancing practically before she starts singing, an obvious fan of the tune. Meg has come up with a way that allows her to hold…