Leah Howes is a 25-year-old wife and mom who is redefining what motherhood and marriage look like after spinal cord injury. At just 17 years old, Leah’s life changed in an instant when she was involved in a car accident that resulted in a spinal cord injury. In the early days, the future felt uncertain — but what she couldn’t see then was that her story was only just beginning.

Over the past eight years, Leah has built a beautiful life that once felt impossible. She is now a proud wife, a devoted mom, and a military spouse navigating the unique challenges of disability and military life side by side. From motherhood in a wheelchair to the everyday realities of disabled living, Leah embraces both the messy and the meaningful parts of her journey.

Through her growing social media community, Leah shares her life openly and honestly — not just the highlights, but the real moments. Her mission is simple: increase disability visibility, create awareness, and help others feel less alone. By documenting disabled motherhood, marriage, and independence, she shows that life after spinal cord injury can still be full, joyful, and deeply purposeful.