Getting a little stir crazy during Quarantine amidst the Covid-19 pandemic is normal for most of us. It’s been almost one year since the pandemic greatly impacted our everyday lives – restricting movement and travel all over the world. We all want life to go back to how it was, but, we can’t help but […]
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WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep. 40 – Ashley Lyerla PART 2
Join us for the completion of our interview with Ashley Lyerla, wife of Veteran Jake and mother to Liberty. In part two we focus on Ashley’s journey to motherhood, and how she endured multiple failed IVF treatments until deciding on double donors to conceive Liberty. Learn her thoughts and feelings around the process, and how […]
WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep 39 – Ashley Lyerla PART 1
Meet Ashley Lyerla from Indiana: new mom to Liberty, wife to Veteran Jake, Ambassador and SCI/Caregiver advocate. Her life is something to be admired, but it was not always domestic bliss. Ashley has struggled with her mental health since her traumatic childhood, and has always been fiercely open about her battles. Join us as we […]
WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep. 38 – The Covid Vaccine And Making Informed Choices
This past year has been hard on all of us, especially the SCI and caregiver community. With Covid rampant all over the world, there is an underlying fear of the unknown that haunts us all. With the onset of early vaccinations for Covid with new RNA technology, and all the new information, mis-information, and TOO […]
WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep. 37 – Accessibility: What Family, Friends And Your Community Need To Know
Most of us as WAGS of SCI have come close to our had a breakdown when it comes to the struggle with accessibility in the homes or businesses we frequent. How many times have you had to sacrifice something access-wise in order to participate in a friend or family social event? How many times have […]
WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep. 36 – 2021.. New Year, New Opportunities
Join hosts Brooke and Elena as they discuss their views on how 2021 can be a year of opportunities and growth for all. Enjoy the newest segment of this season of The Podcast where the women share inspirational, transformational and enlightening quotes or writings that they come across once weekly with one another. Learn how […]
WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep. 35 – Happy Holidays From Your WAGS of SCI!
Join hosts Brooke and Elena for a happy hour discussion of the holiday season! The women discuss their perfect cocktail/holiday beverages, the famous “Quad Shake Eliminator” Canadian Hot Toddy recipe, food and some interesting dinner ideas. They talk about their thoughts on how different this year’s holiday season is due to Covid-19, and their perspectives […]
WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep. 34 – Gift Ideas For Quadriplegics!
In this holiday themed episode, Brooke and Elena discuss their fun (and useful) ideas for great gifts for Quadriplegics – an idea for every budget! This episode is sponsored by Wishart Brain and Spine Law. Robyn Wishart and her team of experienced SCI lawyers are committed to FREE advocacy and support for the WAGS of […]
WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep. 33 – Occupational Therapist And Girlfriend Of A Quadriplegic Answers YOUR Questions!
What is an Occupational Therapist and why are they some of the most important people to know after a Spinal Cord Injury? Occupational Therapists help you get back to a new normal post injury, by setting you up for success at home, your work or at play. They not only help you maximize the independence […]
WAGS of SCI: The Podcast – Ep. 32 – Laura Yanez Aguirre On Love, Motherhood And Balance
Meet Laura Yanez Aguirre: a Palm Dessert based lifestyle videographer, #QuadWife to Aaron, Social Ambassador and mom to an adorable toddler named Cruz. Laura’s love story is unique – she met her partner at the tender age of 11, and Aaron sustained a Spinal Cord Injury in high school. How can two young teenagers navigate […]