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29/07/2026

Breastfeeding is one of my greatest disabled joys. But access to formula is a disability issue.

Read my thoughts on substack. Link in bio

14/11/2025

Welcome to the World Little Two!

It was a bit of a tricky start but after a short stay in hospital we’re all doing well.

Little Two is happy to be home, and being adored by siblings Little One and

I might be a bit quiet while we settle into life as a family of five! But I can’t wait to share my experiences as a blind Mum of two!

Image Description: Amy a plus size blonde woman sits in a hospital bed wearing an orange T-shirt. She holds a baby in a sleepsuit which is yellow and has a zebra pattern. Amy smiles down at the sleeping baby.

20/10/2025

Today I visited the Parliament as part of the Disabled Women in Politics event.

The discussion focused on breaking down barriers for disabled women accessing politics and improving representation of disabled women.

To truly represent the UK population there should be over 70 disabled women MPs, currently there are 8.

(I did also quite enjoy that the event organiser Tanni Grey Thompson did have to double check the procedure if I went into labour in Parliament 🤣)

Image Description: Amy a blonde white woman stands in front of a grand stone staircase in Westminster Hall. Amy is 9 months pregnant and her guide dog Ava sits at her feet.

07/09/2025

I can now swim 25 metres in a minute! 🏊🏻 👩🏼‍🦯

Oh and I’m 8 months pregnant.

I started regularly exercising at the gym and pool back in January. It’s been a wonderful experience finally finding a welcoming space for me to exercise as a disabled person and especially through my second pregnancy.

It also makes me sad that I’ve faced so many barriers previous to finding the right exercise. As a result of negative discrimination at school and other places I associated sport with shame and exclusion.

Now I am celebrating my disabled body, the life it is growing & my new love of fitness!

Image Description: A silver swim cap with the words blind swimmer on it. It lies flat with a small folded white cane on top.

20/06/2025

Disabled people have a right to travel independently and safely.

You have a legal right to “turn up and go”. You don’t have to book!

Failed assistance puts our safety at risk. If you have booked and assistance doesn’t turn up you are entitled to compensation.

Image description: Amy a plus size white woman stands wearing a red dress and a light denim jacket. Her guide dog Ava sits at her side. Amy is standing at a passenger assistance point in a train station. Behind her are symbols representing different disabilities.

07/03/2025

I visited Nottingham today & absolutely loved the tram!

It was accessible, spacious and a lovely member of staff helped explain the route we needed.

I wish more UK cities had trams!

Image Description: Amy is sitting on a tram fold down seat. Behind her a view of Nottingham. Under the seat & Amy’s legs is guide dog Ava a golden retriever. Amy is wearing a flower print dress and a light denim jacket.

01/12/2024

I’ve just had a much needed relaxing break at 🧖‍♀️🦮

We’ve stayed before & I enjoy visiting as staff are so welcoming to my Guide Dog Ava.

A few ways staff made me feel welcome as a blind guest:
Staff guided me to the changing room.
My drink was placed in front of me where I could find it on a table.
Ava was welcomed in the spa lounge (she didn’t go in the pool area!)
We got an early check in so that Ava could relax in the room.
The therapist told me when where & how she would touch my body during a massage.

None of these are radical changes or big asks but just lots of little moments of inclusion.

That’s how you get a loyal disabled customer who feels valued & welcomed.

Image description: Guide Dog Ava a golden retriever in a working harness sits posing in the lobby of the Malvern Spa reception. A reception desk and signage for the spa and hotel behind her.

29/11/2024

Today I stand in solidarity with friends in the disabled community & oppose assisted dying.

International examples have shown that these laws create pressure for disabled people to end their lives. The Bill does not address these risks of coercion or social pressure.

Image description: A protest. Amy stands with a group of people in front of a large puppet of a judge brandishing g a needle. People hold signs stating messages like assist us to Live. Disabled lives matter

20/11/2024

Many Happy Returns to my best friend, partner & co-parent.

Known to my social media followers as my “Other Half” I really would be incomplete without you.

You’re an incredible father and role model to our Little One. Always sharing the mental load and leading with compassion.

This past year has been full of challenges as we have balanced being parents and managing our busy careers.

We’re always a team and face obstacles together, even if Guide Dog Ava still doesn’t trust you to take me across a road!

Image Description: photographed from behind a white man supports a toddler in a tiger puddle suit up a flight of outdoor stone stairs. At the top Guide Dog Ava in a blue jumper stands with a panting happy smile.

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