Curvy Girls Scoliosis Foundation

Curvy Girls Scoliosis Foundation An international nonprofit scoliosis support group and network I wore my brace faithfully despite arguments and failed attempts to hide my brace in my locker.

How We Started: Leah’s Story

Fitting in isn’t easy when you’re a teenager wearing a body brace 23/7. I was finishing my first year in middle school when I was diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis and had to wear that “thing” to school. Ultimately, I required surgery to correct the two curves growing in my back. On June 27, 2006, I had two titanium rods and twenty-two screws affixed to

my spine. My biggest concern was that I wouldn’t be able to dance for a year. How did Curvy Girls begin? My intention was simple--- I wanted to talk to other girls who were going through the same thing--- feeling alone, different, angry that I had to wear a brace, and worried about having to have surgery. After an all adult group meeting, I said, “I wish they had this for kids” to which my mom said that I could make my own group. So I did. At my orthopedic appointment I told them about my idea and they offered to send out flyers to all their “scoli” patients. That’s when the calls started coming in. I held our first group in 2006 right before my fourteenth birthday with 4 girls—one of which was me! At our first group we talked about clothes and I brought down shirts to show how to disguise their brace by layering tops. What do you talk about in group? We discuss things like how to tell other kids about your scoliosis. We give each other clothing tips. We talk about regular stuff that teenagers talk about. Most of all we support each other so we don’t feel alone. What makes Curvy Girls a success? It’s a kids group run by a kid! Some girls travel up to 2 hours to attend monthly meetings.

08/17/2026

CGs from around the US say Happy 20th Birthday 🥳💚 and share a bit about what having our group means to their scoliosis journey

08/15/2026

Great job Aniya spreading scoliosis awareness and speaking about CG on KSAT News!!! 💚🩷 We’re so proud of you!

CG of Seattle share what Curvy Girls means to them! What does CG mean to you? 💚🩷
08/13/2026

CG of Seattle share what Curvy Girls means to them! What does CG mean to you? 💚🩷

08/10/2026

Carolyn, Leader of Kansas City CG Chapter, shares what CG means to her for our 20th Birthday! 💚🩷🥳

08/06/2026

Happy 20th Birthday Curvy Girls Scoliosis Support Groups! 💚🥳 What chapter were you part of? Or what’s something about CG history you want to know?

Welcome to our EmpowerHer Regional CG Scoliosis Meeting in Reno! 💚🩷 check out those braces front and center 😍
07/18/2026

Welcome to our EmpowerHer Regional CG Scoliosis Meeting in Reno! 💚🩷 check out those braces front and center 😍

Curvy Girls is ready for EmpowerHer regional meeting in Reno! Let’s gooo!🙌💕💚
07/17/2026

Curvy Girls is ready for EmpowerHer regional meeting in Reno! Let’s gooo!🙌💕💚

Our NYC Group Leader Andrea and CG Founder Leah Stoltz are excited to participate in the 12th Annual Best-in-Class Sympo...
06/18/2026

Our NYC Group Leader Andrea and CG Founder Leah Stoltz are excited to participate in the 12th Annual Best-in-Class Symposium on the Pediatric Spine presented by NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital KiDS Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital and Columbia Pediatric Orthopedics.

They’re looking forward to sharing what they learn with fellow Curvy Girls!🩷💚

Find event details here:
http://bit.ly/PedSpine2026

We are looking forward to joining Nemours Children’s Health Children’s Health for this year’s Scoliosis Mentoring Day on...
06/11/2026

We are looking forward to joining Nemours Children’s Health Children’s Health for this year’s Scoliosis Mentoring Day on Saturday, June 13!

This interactive program is designed to support children and adolescents living with idiopathic while also providing families the opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect.

Parents will engage with physicians and spine experts, while kids participate in supervised activities and age-appropriate discussions. We look forward to attending and hearing from their experts on all things scoliosis.

This event is open to all families with a child/children with scoliosis.

Learn more and register for your spot today: https://bit.ly/4svxLKN

Knowledge is Power—allow us to guide and support you through this journey.💕Mother’s Day is right around the corner—pick ...
04/17/2026

Knowledge is Power—allow us to guide and support you through this journey.💕

Mother’s Day is right around the corner—pick up one or both of these invaluable resources for your mom or the scoliosis supporter in your life. Both books are perfect for anyone seeking insight and encouragement along the way!

Shop these and other items in the Curvy Girls Boutique at https://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com/shop. Books may be purchased directly through our sister site . Links in CG Boutique.

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