Personal stories | Families

William lost his leg in an accident when he was two and half. His parents, Sally and David, talk about how William has flourished over the last few years by taking part in events that allow him to connect with amputees of all ages.

Ava talks about the love she has for her big sister Sienna, who was born with upper limb differences, and the charitable ways she is raising community awareness of diversity and Limbs 4 Life.

Narelle and Shaun share the story of their daughter Charlotte who was born with an upper limb difference. They talk about Charlotte’s sense of determination and willingness to learn new skills - her own way.

Deb shares her experiences of being a mother in the ‘70s when access to limb difference information and support was limited.

Dad Justin talks about his experience advocating for his son Rohan to get the right diagnosis, support and outcomes.

Kate is mum to Izabella, who has born with an hand limb difference. She reveals how they have embraced her difference.

Alex is a sporty, funny boy who has adjusted well to his congenital lower limb differences. Read this article about Alex and his family.

Lachie lives with a congenital arm limb difference. Read this news article about him, and the limitless potential his family sees in him.

Knox’s mum Kate shares their story of his accident, the difficult decision to amputate, his prosthesis and ongoing care.

Melbourne photographer Zaharoula Harris talks about how she started taking award-winning images of children with limb differences.

Parents Jen and Peter share their ideas about giving son Harry a childhood like any other, as well as helpful books and blogs.

People who know Gemma don't offer to help until asked – she is determined not to be limited by her arm limb difference.

Lucas’ mum Maria talks about coming to terms with his congenital lower limb difference as it is just a small part of him.

Mum Ruth describes how she created a storybook to help talk to the other kinder kids about her son Victor’s prosthetic leg.

Keiren lost a leg in an accident. His mum Peta talks about staying strong as a parent and his motto of ‘don’t become the disability’.

Claudia Di Guglielmo talks about living with and helping her brother Lucas, who has a lower limb difference.

Col likes colourful prosthetic legs. His current leg was signed by his heroes the day he met his favourite AFL team.

Parents Shane and Brooke talk about daughter Milla’s lower limb difference, her determination and finding support from Facebook groups.