Paraplegic Parenting in the Early Months

In this video I talk about how I pick my young infant up, change her diaper and bottle feed her using techniques adapted for my lack of core stability.

[ilichiregius]

As a single guy on a wheelchair (due to Spina-Bifida) these videos are great to have as resources for if and when I become a father myself. Congratulations to you and your growing family.

[sunnycal]

She's beautiful. You seem to have figured things out that work for you and as her mobility progresses you alter things some. Great job! I've mentioned this before that I'm a Paraplegic T 4/5 complete and had my baby 21 yrs ago. OverAlls saved me during playtime for my baby on the floor. I'd just grab the strap from behind my daughter and lift and scoop her up onto my lap. As she gained weight it wasn't always easy but I did it. I found it easier for diaper changes on the side of my bed. It's softer and I had more time to grab her when she started to roll. Enjoy these moments with your baby girl for her 1st birthday will be here before you know it. Congratulations again to you and your wife.

[MsBeccaboo]

Aww i wish this had a love button! So precious! I am so happy for you and your family ❤️

[AnneLotteMolenaar]

I am a 33 y/o with spina bifida and expecting my first. I love your videos! They are so helpful!

[angiegrumbine]

She is a daddy’s girl already! How sweet!!! Such an inspiration to everyone. Thank you for sharing.

[bonnieharris]

You basically ARE me! With the concerns about compromised stability due to rubbish core muscles, exacerbated by having something in my arms... especially when the something in my arms is the most precious thing I will have ever held! Thank you for your videos, providing practical help and guidance, while at the same time, reassurance that babies are SO resilient! Seriously the times you have done something that I would have been convinced would've jolted her awake and had her screaming;.... and she just doesn't! You have no idea how much better that makes me feel! Thank you again!.... best wishes, ...someone accross the pond who you don't even know who is going to be an potentially

[jasonh]

Being a dad is great but hard work - you have the extra challenge but have managed to figure out Great techniques. I hope it's helpful to others. God bless you and your family my friend

[tylerwalker]

I'm glad to see that you can do almost anything a fully able bodied person could do including being a good dad!

[RazorSharpClaws]

Glad to see you're all doing well! Can't wait to see how you adapt your techniques as she gets older and more mobile.

[howaccessible]

Such a sweetie! Using the dining room is a practical solution since you can roll under and get close enough for support. Thank you for sharing!

[jessicashlager]

Thanks for the video. It is wonderful to see you and your daughter. The way you figure out how to do things is great. You are a role model for others who might have same /similiar situation. Thanks. Always looking forward to more wonderful content.

[aleshiaharrison]

You have no idea how incredibly helpful these videos are! My husband has been fighting some battles with feeling like he can’t be involved with a baby in even the most simple of ways so these are a great way to give him ideas and show him that it can be done!

[carolinepoll]

Hi there long time no see, merry Christmas to you, and your family, so i see you have a very cute baby daughter, congratulations you are a great dad, and a great teacher .

[alexalexn]

you have a great method, i am not in a chair and you hold you girl more secure than I do. You guys are great parents. Take care brother

[WheelchairLiving]

Amazing how we all adapt to what we need to accomplish! It's all about finding our own techniques. Great job!

[joeljack]

Just started watching your vids tonight. I'm so glad you were able to conceive and be blessed with your daughter!

[sabrinamenten-caenen]

Hi brian. Its so nice to see you busy with your little darling. I hope you make much more content like this. She is so sweet. Love your video's. Love sabrina

[chadfolkers]

Many blessings to you and your family Brian. I learn from you every time.

[alonikan]

I'm not handicapped and I have no personal connection with a person who is but your channel is very interesting and broadens my horizons about this subject. So much I didn't know. happy to follow you from earlier videos to see that you were able to start a family and you seem very happy. Keep on.

[amyhull]

I cannot get over how BEAUTIFUL she is! Congratulations!