Ami2301 "shuts down the idea you can’t be a good parent when you’re... disabled"

Cher_Alumni

You might spot a familiar face in today's Metro newspaper.  Why?  Because our very own @Ami2301 features in a powerful interview sharing her story of being disabled and having a baby.  

Speaking to Hattie Gladwell, Ami tells all about having experienced a potentially fatal pneumonia infection in 2018 and her later diagnosis of sensory ataxia - a neurological condition affecting her balance, co-ordination, motor skills and walking. 

About becoming a mum to two-month old Daisy, Ami says:

‘It has been hard to accept that I can’t physically do much for Daisy, but I am trying to find ways of being more involved. I can feed and hold her as long as my arms are being supported by pillows.  My mum has also been an absolute diamond, helping me so much and caring for her – even more so since Ewan [Ami's husband] finished his paternity leave and returned to work.  It’s not been easy but I do feel we have all settled into a routine that works for us. To the outside world, it might seem that we have an odd set-up, but we’re happy and that’s what matters. 

Visit this Metro article to read more.  

Just to add: from everyone at Scope, well done @Ami2301 - you raising awareness of the reality of disabled parenting will help dismantle so many taboos.  We are very proud of you.

janer1967

Well done to @Ami2301

Ami2301

Thank you so much for sharing @Cher_Scope and thank you @janer1967

chiarieds

Ami, it's not easy overcoming what you've gone through, but you have, & have your wonderful baby daugher. Parenting might be different, but it works for your family; all things are possible, which you've shown, thank you.  

Adrian_Scope

Well done Ami. You're absolutely smashing it.

Ami2301

Thank you for the your lovely words @chiarieds and @Adrian_Scope