Recently, Leslie and her husband Aaron celebrated 21 years of marriage! When Aaron proposed to Leslie, she had one request: that if they entered into a marriage, her disability would never become a factor for "giving up". 21 years later, Leslie shares how amazing the journey of marriage has been and continues to be as they navigate life by each other’s side. While Leslie feels that much of what they face is what any couple would, she shares key factors that she feels has kept her marriage alive and flourishing.
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Marriage and Disability: Can it last?
In the first installment in Mike's 3-part series entitled 'Wheelchair Accessibility in Paradise', Mike covers valuable tips and tricks for navigating the Caribbean, specifically St. Thomas island. Between highlighting his favorite spots and activities on the island, to sharing the contact information of his friend who assists those who have wheelchair accessible needs, your trip to St. Thomas is sure to be a success. Time to get planning!
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Wheel Life in Paradise -Part 1
True self-care can be a difficult thing to prioritize with the everyday needs of life. Adding a spinal cord injury can make this even more challenging. The thought of extending beyond daily maintenance can be overwhelming, and while it can be hard to distinguish what separates daily-care from self-care, this article can be a guide to how to begin a self-care regimen that is based around three central components. Learning how to invest in yourself is one of the most fulfilling lessons we can learn, because you are worth it.
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What is self-care?
For anyone who uses a power chair, you know about what the process is like to attain a new chair when that time comes. There are few decisions in life that can affect you as much as what chair you choose to use during the 12+ hours a day where you are in one.
It’s overwhelming, but in this article Jenny shares her tips and tricks for how she navigates that crucial time when she is deciding on a new chair.
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The most important decision I can make is what wheelchair to order.
Feeding your newborn is an incredibly rewarding and meaningful experience for a new mother, yet it can also pose unique challenges. Some mothers breastfeed easily; some have difficulty; and some fall somewhere in the middle. No matter where you feel you land on that scale, we want to share these tips with you to make the experience more rewarding whether you choose to breastfeed or bottle feed your baby.
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Can I breastfeed with a spinal cord injury?
Karen shares a vulnerable and open look into her living with MS and how she was able to return to work after her diagnosis. Four years later, she continues to provide support for her family amidst her battle with MS.
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Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis - Can I still work?
