My 3-year-old daughter was full of energy and movement until, at just 20 months old, she lost all her mobility due to Rett syndrome, a rare neurological disorder. She can no longer walk or use her hands, but that hasn’t stopped her from finding joy in movement. She absolutely loves riding on the lawnmower with us, experiencing the thrill of rides at the fair, and even being pushed around the yard in her brother’s toy car.

An adaptive bike would give her something she has never truly had—her own sense of independence. While she may not be able to pedal on her own, the motion of the bike’s pedals moving would allow her to feel her legs in motion, something she hasn’t been able to experience since she lost her mobility. It would provide her with not only physical benefits but also emotional joy, giving her the ability to participate in an activity so many children enjoy.

This bike wouldn’t just be a toy—it would be an opportunity for her to feel included, engaged, and free in a way she rarely gets to experience. It would allow her to ride alongside her siblings, feel the breeze on her face, and embrace the simple but powerful joy of movement.

An adaptive bike would mean the world to her. It would give her a chance to reclaim a small piece of the freedom she lost, and most importantly, it would bring her happiness.

My 3-year-old daughter was full of energy and movement until, at just 20 months old, she lost all her mobility due to Rett syndrome, a rare neurological disorder. She can no longer walk or use her hands, but that hasn’t stopped her from finding joy in movement. She absolutely loves riding on the lawnmower with us, experiencing the thrill of rides at the fair, and even being pushed around the yard in her brother’s toy car. An adaptive bike would give her the feeling of independence again.