I Didn't Plan On This
Life can change in an instant — but that moment isn’t the end of the story.
In this powerful new podcast series, we share the remarkable journeys of people whose lives were transformed by spinal cord injury*.
Their world may have changed overnight, but their hopes, ambitions and sense of purpose didn’t disappear in many cases, they grew stronger.
A spinal cord injury changes everything, yes.
But it can also mark the beginning of an entirely new chapter.
Through honest conversations and inspiring personal stories, this series shows what’s possible when determination meets the right support. You’ll hear from individuals who refused to let circumstance define them proving that life after injury is still full of opportunity, connection and meaning.
This is a celebration of resilience, reinvention and the undeniable truth that this new life is still for living — no matter what challenges lie ahead.
*Spinal cord injury affects approximately 105,000 people in the UK and in most cases is permanent and life changing, leading to a loss of mobility due to paralysis. Other effects include loss of bowel, bladder and sexual function, severe neuropathic pain and with certain high level spinal cord injuries, it can affect your breathing function.
Disclaimer: Any advice or opinions shared in this podcast are those of our guests and not the views of Spinal Injuries Association. Always seek professional advice from a suitably qualified healthcare professional. To find information on available support near you go to the Spinal Injuries Association- spinal.co.uk.
I Didn't Plan On This
Steve Brown with Becca and baby Lyra
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Steve Brown, Becca & Baby Lyra: A Future They Fought For
TV presenter and former wheelchair rugby captain Steve Brown credits his spinal cord injury for opening unexpected doors, from elite sport to mainstream television on Countryfile and Escape to the Country. But nothing tested him and his wife Becca like their IVF journey.
In this intimate episode, they share the emotional highs and lows of trying to become parents — a path filled with uncertainty, hope and perseverance. Their story leads to the arrival of baby Lyra, the little girl they once feared might never be possible.
An honest conversation about love, resilience and the family they fought so hard to build, featuring gorgeous baby Lyra!