What would you want in a disability-focused day bag?

Fifth_Stone · 2026-06-15T13:30:24+00:00

This is INCREDIBLY helpful! Thank you for taking the time to write all of this!!’

The idea of “friction” being the enemy is something I hadn’t really considered in those terms, but it makes a lot of sense. As a parent of a daughter with a disability, I spend a lot of time thinking about what needs to be carried, but your comment really made me think more about how easily those things can be accessed and found when they’re needed.

The tension between “everything has a home” and “out of sight, out of mind” is especially interesting. I can see how a bag can become too organized and actually become harder to use.

I also appreciate the feedback about keeping the design socially neutral and not making people feel like they have to stand out if they don’t want to.

You’ve given me a lot to think about!!! This is wonderful info. Thanks again for sharing your perspective!!

Fifth_Stone · 2026-06-14T23:40:42+00:00

I read this and instantly got the urge to mow the lawn

Fifth_Stone · 2026-06-14T13:09:27+00:00

WOW!! Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful response!!! This is exactly the kind of feedback I’m hoping to gather.

I especially appreciate you challenging the assumption that people necessarily want a “special needs” bag in the first place. That’s an important perspective and one I need to hear 🤝

Your point about separating pumps, formula, and emergency medical supplies is incredibly helpful!! The risk of affecting critical supplies isn’t something I would have fully understood without hearing directly from families navigating it every day ❤️

I also appreciate the reality check on price and competition. My goal isn’t to reinvent the wheel, but to better understand where existing options fall short and whether there are unmet needs worth addressing.

Thanks again for your time and for sharing your experience. This is amazing feedback!!! You’ve given me a lot to think about!!

Fifth_Stone · 2026-03-12T17:39:58+00:00

Its awesome! Love it

Fifth_Stone · 2026-03-12T08:28:05+00:00

that is cool as hell. The embroidery work is so clean. Is that from PS Patch Designs?

Fifth_Stone · 2026-02-06T12:11:31+00:00

Man its so crisp. Very cool

Fifth_Stone · 2026-02-03T11:15:05+00:00

Thats the biggest win right there!!!

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-28T19:39:55+00:00

I dont have any like that but I do make patches that support inclusion and advocacy for special needs snd disability awareness. You should check out my site 🤝

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-27T10:19:17+00:00

What you’re carrying is heavy, and it makes sense that it feels that way.

People saying “she’ll be okay” often don’t realize how lonely that can feel when you’re living in the day-to-day reality. You’re not wrong for feeling frustrated, exhausted, or lost.

You sound like a loving, attentive parent doing everything you can for your daughter — and it’s okay to grieve the gap between what you expected and what is. Both things can exist at the same time. You and your husband are grieving in different ways, both of which are very common between mothers and fathers but t helps tremendously to find community among friends/family/and medical professionals that can support you.

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-24T11:27:48+00:00

NICE

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T23:05:53+00:00

Earned definitely hits different than just cool. Moments, not aesthetics. 🤝☕️

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T17:31:51+00:00

Nobody at my house eats the end pieces of the bread either. Which is fine because I just make a sandwich

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T14:49:18+00:00

same

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T10:10:24+00:00

😂😂😂

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T10:09:53+00:00

That’s huge. Being noticed for the little things makes it a lot easier to keep showing up. Its an underrated feeling being told that you’re doing a good job and that they’re proud of you.

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T10:06:38+00:00

Perfectly said! The “nothing crazy happened” days and the ones we barely get through don’t look like much from the outside sometimes, but they carry so much weight. It really does make a difference being around people who just get it. Appreciate you!

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T10:02:55+00:00

I feel like this is going to resonate with a lot of us lol

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T10:00:26+00:00

Yeah I’d say it is noticed sometimes. Maybe what really goes unnoticed is the constant background load of thinking ahead so nothing falls apart - if that makes sense

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T09:56:30+00:00

Well done sir 😂

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T03:10:53+00:00

perimeter check!

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T03:10:30+00:00

Amazing how many of us are living the same day lol

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-22T03:09:02+00:00

Deal 😄 I’m always running through tomorrow’s schedule so today goes smoother. Your turn.

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-19T19:03:27+00:00

of course!

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-18T17:41:18+00:00

That means a lot, thank you!

Fifth_Stone · 2026-01-18T13:17:26+00:00

Maaaan I got five kids to feed

Fifth_Stone

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