31 Days of SMA: Celebrating Our Differences Should Be the Norm
Photo courtesy of Melissa Milinovich Day 30 of 31 This is Claudia Milinovich’s story: My mom is a normal mom. She taught me to walk and talk — stuff any normal parent would…
31 Days of SMA: I Almost Couldn’t Help Becoming an Advocate
Photo courtesy of Ben Mattlin Day 31 of 31 This is Ben Mattlin’s (@benmattlin) story: The disability rights movement in the U.S. is known for many achievements — the Individuals with Disabilities…
Read more31 Days of SMA: Our First Cure SMA Conference Got Us Smiling Again
Photo courtesy of Keith Schaper Day 29 of 31 This is Keith Schaper’s story: Our son, Oliver, was officially diagnosed with SMA type 2 at 14 months old on March 7, 2017.
31 Days of SMA: Learning to Advocate for Myself as a Teen with SMA
Photo courtesy of Autumn Day 28 of 31 This is Autumn’s (@itsss.autumn.here) story: Hi! I’m Autumn. I was diagnosed with SMA at 13 months old. SMA is definitely a journey, an adventure:…
31 Days of SMA: Changes I Had to Make After My Son’s Diagnosis
Photo courtesy of Rachel O’Hagan Day 27 of 31 This is Rachel O’Hagan’s (@bravelikebeau) story: I am a special education teacher and have held the hands of several parents as they navigated…
31 Days of SMA: Let’s Work Together to Change Expectations
Photo courtesy of Carissa Decelles Day 26 of 31 This is Carissa Decelles’ (@rheelgirl) story: Hello! My name is Carissa, and I am a 30-year-old, award-winning art director and graphic designer from…
31 Days of SMA: Embracing Second Chances Empowers Us as a Family
Photo courtesy of Edmund Lim Day 25 of 31 This is Edmund Lim’s story: There were times, after my younger son was diagnosed with SMA type 1, that I was on the…
31 Days of SMA: My Daughter Is Beauty in Motion
Photo courtesy of Michael Garcia Day 24 of 31 This is Michael Garcia’s (@teacher.mike72) story: I believe in miracles. I believe in God. I believe in his will both on earth and…
31 Days of SMA: You Are Worth a Closer Look
Photo courtesy of Lana del Roll Day 23 of 31 This is Lana del Roll’s (@lanadelroll_official) story: If you have a disability, you are worth a closer look. Those who can see…
31 Days of SMA: My Disability Is Very Much a Part of Me
Photo courtesy of LaMondré Pough Day 22 of 31 This is LaMondré Pough’s (lamondre_p) story: Everyone has a desire to be seen. When I say that, I’m not talking about a gratuitous…
