I have a pretty rare form of an autoimmune disorder which attacks my nerves. When it hits it basically paralyzes me. I used a walker for a few weeks after I got out of the hospital. I think it was different for me and my kiddo due to the fact that he was use to a mom who wasn't restricted in her movements. It was a big adjustment for both of us. I found it was hard to deal with him when he needed to be put in time out and things of that nature. He wanted to be picked up and I literally couldn't pick him up, let alone walk with him or stand when I picked him up. It took a lot of juggling on our side as well as adjusting to what I could and couldn't do. I was never limited to a wheelchair and I started to walk on my own again with in a few weeks but ... If you ever wanna talk just let me know!

I know this post is old, but I wanted to check in and say I'm here if people have questions and/or tips!

I've been in a wheelchair (100%) since 2005 and used other mobility devices prior to that. I'm currently fighting my insurance for a new chair (its been a year long fight - both mine are broken). when I found out I was pregnant, I had my seating positioning changed for the chair I'm trying to get. the front will be 4" higher then the back so I'm leaning back more - its easier to roll and will be easier with a baby on my lap.

I also connected with my local babywearers group. I plan to wear the baby (slings/wraps/mei tai) since it will be easier for me to be hands-free for wheeling and to help since I'm low-tone.

I've also found a few good books explaining disability to a child... I'll post titles later.