I'm 58 and you just changed my husband's and my life! He only wears PAJAMAS - those jogger looking ones. I'm so embarrassed but I know that others understand. But now I can have him sit down without his leg while I go check out which pants will work! I've HATED "skinny legs" faze; all I can find! But I'm going to take him to a thrift store now, knowing that he doesn't have to even attempt to try on pants until his "leg" has tried them first! 😅 Thank you so much for sharing!
The Bionic Marine looking super sharp and cute in these outfits! We know you're a great advocate for the disabled community and a great help to your friends. That a fantastic freckles, what a combo!
Can we take a moment to appreciate how much work it was for you to change that many times? I just filmed a video about adaptive pants (should be editing now so it's ready on Sunday...instead I'm watching your video) and it was surprisingly draining to change my pants one bazillion times. And have you noticed how sometimes different amputee channels make videos on the same topic at the same time? Like are you psychic?!
@@AnnikatheAmputee Except my hard drive is crashing, so I have to push publication back to next week. I'm stoked for this video and bummed that I have to fix the computer before publishing. I'm going to rap about amputee adaptive clothing.
Or how having a mobility impairment makes it even harder to film that it does for other creators. Things like moving the camera around if you're in your wheelchair, or changing pants for a clothing video when you've got a prosthesis are a bigger deal than if you were able-bodied.
Hi Annika I found my alterations were gonna cost twice price of jeans so just cut my jeans so prosthesis is fully accessible but the wide pants work really well, thanks for your post it was very helpful x
Great to see you back Annika! I'm an Above Knee Amputee and wear jeans most days. As an AKA, I have to do it the other way - instead of putting the jean leg down over the socket, I feed the foot down through the pant leg from the top. Same issue you mentioned - the bottom of the jean leg is just too narrow to fit over the top of the socket! Because the socket goes so high, I actually put my other foot into the pants first, then my prosthetis, then pull the jeans up over all of it. I didn't know if jeans would be possible originally, but once I got beyond rehab and was headed back IRL, I was tired of shorts and sweats! Good to see more options in adaptive clothing these days. Annika - hope to see you again in a couple of weeks - always nice to see a new video from you. You're in CA now, but from your time in CO - any winter tips" Last year I wasn't driving and didn't have to go out much - was using the wheelchair when I did. We had our first icy day this week and it's a whole new ball game. I'm still using a walker as I continuing progressing, but Yikes. (I'm in NH)
I really like wearing jeans, so I put zippers in the side seams. Annika's jeans had the zipper on the inseam, but I thought it looked cool to have a non-invisible zipper on the side, so I ran with it...minus literal running. I've tried zippers on both seams. For me, I find it more convenient on the outer side seam.
I hadnt even thought about AKs and jeans but this is good information! Adaptive clothing is definitely starting to become more and more prevalent luckily! I will try to give my best snow tips but since I live in Southern California now, I dont have to worry about snow as much. Ill be heading to CO in a couple weeks so ill make a video then!
Love your vibe. I'm starting an illusion legging line and wanted to research if they could be adapted to be able to be worn by people with amputated leg(s). I feel like they would have to be customized per person for the perfect measurements but the answer is a zipper! Of course! I'd love to give it a try. Let me know if you'd be willing to test it out with me! Awesome channel!
Love your videos super helpful and thanx to you I'm begging my prosthesis for those seal in liners next appointment I'm so pumped they look amazing thank you for what you do
Great to see you doing videos again! My amputee little sis 😃very informative 👏🏽 I live in Florida and ALWAYS wear shorts because like you said , through out the day we need access to our prosthetic leg
@Stephanina's Amputee Adventures most definitely appreciate non stop short season. Used to live in Atlanta and hated the ice storms...hell for amputees walking on ice and snow
Hello Beautiful. Great and informative video. Yes I agree that going to a alteration shop is great, as the online sellers of adaptive pants 👖 are expensive. I can probably buy pants and have them altered for less.
Yes that's what I think is the best option if you want "amputee pants". Not saying buying them is bad, but I feel it just limits the consumer. I would rather find pants I really like and THEN have them altered in a way that would be beneficial to me.
@@AnnikatheAmputeeI have to say using the pants one already have and hav8ng them altered (adding zippers to leg inseam ) to be more economical and practical.
First of all, I want to tell you this is all soooo great for me....I'm over 50 and have had issues with clothes especially jeans/pants....however, my issue is a little different. I have a sleeve over my socket and that's been a huge issues...as you've said, dresses and skirts are your best friend, but in colorado when it's very cold, shorts skirts and dresses kinda suck...lol. but I have been dealing with them and when I get prices for zippers the cost has been more than the jeans/pants, themselves. Not to mention shoes....I have a different foot than yours and I can't take mine apart I would like to put boots on and wear heels but that's another story Just mainly the pants with a socket that has a sleeve over it....I work out now and would like to do my yoga pants like you did but I'm scared it will look weird since it will be on top of the liner/socket. Any other suggestions on that? Sorry this was so long I was trying to find where I could message you without posting this all....thank you!
Nice to see you back on TH-cam Annika. Somehow I missed your previous video, even though I have a bell on your channel. Anyway, how about a video just telling us more about how life is going? I see some images on Instagram every now and then, but it would be nice to just hear how stuff is going after moving to the west coast.
Thank you for posting this content and also, I would be remiss in not thanking you for serving our military. This may sound corny and I apologize if it does, but you have a wonderful smile and I love your energy. So I am not sure if this is a possibility, but do you ever wear stockings / pantyhose? I had a friend in high school who was an above the knee amputee who wore them but she also used a cosmetic prosthetic leg. Hope you have a great day, and keep being you.
@@AnnikatheAmputee I want to thank you for entertaining the suggestion I gave. Also, on a different note, I did volunteer for an event called "Wreathes Across America" through my employer. I signed up for it a few weeks before I saw your video, but I want to let you know that I will think of you as I am out there as I realize freedom is never truly free. It is brave men and women like you who put themselves in harms way to give us the freedoms we enjoy and sometimes take for granted. I appreciate you and hope you have a great Holiday season dull of mirth and joy.
Been trying to find clothes I like for 3 years now as a lower leg amputee. I hate every second of it and just have given up bothering trying to be myself anymore. They don’t make cute clothes for a goth who lost her leg.
I’m a new btk amputee and I’m a spaz. I’m trying to adjust after probably being released from a rehab way too early and trying to do a gazillion things that have to be done and I’m just treading. On the flip side I’m hoping to train dogs again and find these clothes for people that wear holsters etc. I’m scared to death 😊
I love your video🥰 you so so sweet but I have problem maybe you can help me with that I have prosthesis Prevent my Prosthesis From Destroying my Pants With I have hole in all my pants 👖
Not sure if you did a video on it or just don't want to talk about it but I was curious to know how much the Marine Corps helped you or hindered you through this entire thing? Did you get medically discharged or did they allow you to stay in to finish your enlistment. Were you able to file a VA claim and get a service connected claim going? Id love to hear more of this story. Semper Fi.
These targeted ads are interesting. Just got one for a liner cleaner CleanWithRoss I didn't even know this was a thing. But I'm not an amputee so the ad missed it's mark, but I did learn something today. Annika, any reviews/opinions on things like this to clean and sanitize liners? Are they more a gimmick?
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I'm 58 and you just changed my husband's and my life! He only wears PAJAMAS - those jogger looking ones. I'm so embarrassed but I know that others understand. But now I can have him sit down without his leg while I go check out which pants will work! I've HATED "skinny legs" faze; all I can find! But I'm going to take him to a thrift store now, knowing that he doesn't have to even attempt to try on pants until his "leg" has tried them first! 😅
Thank you so much for sharing!
Do shoes, running shoes, and boots next. Specifically, best styles and types that would be easy to get on and off.
Oooh! I have thoughts. I found some footwear options that make life SOOO much easier and will be making a video about them soon.
@StephaninasAmputeeAdventures I can't wait to find this! I like Billy Footwear, but it's a no go with hubby.
love your channel, I'm left BKA myself and this channel give a lot of insight and inspiration on life as an amputee.
Im so glad I could be of help! TH-cam was so helpful for me when I was considering amputation and is still a great community afterwards!!
The Bionic Marine looking super sharp and cute in these outfits! We know you're a great advocate for the disabled community and a great help to your friends. That a fantastic freckles, what a combo!
Thank you for all your continuous support!
So good to see you back annika, do a video next on how life has been treating you and what you’ve been up to x
Just posted one today!
Can we take a moment to appreciate how much work it was for you to change that many times? I just filmed a video about adaptive pants (should be editing now so it's ready on Sunday...instead I'm watching your video) and it was surprisingly draining to change my pants one bazillion times. And have you noticed how sometimes different amputee channels make videos on the same topic at the same time? Like are you psychic?!
Thats crazy! Ill have to check it out when you post. I have been so bad at TH-cam lately but Im trying to get back into it!!
@@AnnikatheAmputee Except my hard drive is crashing, so I have to push publication back to next week. I'm stoked for this video and bummed that I have to fix the computer before publishing. I'm going to rap about amputee adaptive clothing.
@@AnnikatheAmputee I don't think people realize how much time and effort it takes.
Or how having a mobility impairment makes it even harder to film that it does for other creators. Things like moving the camera around if you're in your wheelchair, or changing pants for a clothing video when you've got a prosthesis are a bigger deal than if you were able-bodied.
This is super useful as a non amputee trying to write a bka!! Tysm :))
Hi Annika I found my alterations were gonna cost twice price of jeans so just cut my jeans so prosthesis is fully accessible but the wide pants work really well, thanks for your post it was very helpful x
Awh, you and Jo look so happy at 3:29!! ❤️
We went hiking together and had a lot of fun!
Thank you for the great info.
Darling personality! Helpful new considerations!
Great to see you back Annika! I'm an Above Knee Amputee and wear jeans most days. As an AKA, I have to do it the other way - instead of putting the jean leg down over the socket, I feed the foot down through the pant leg from the top. Same issue you mentioned - the bottom of the jean leg is just too narrow to fit over the top of the socket! Because the socket goes so high, I actually put my other foot into the pants first, then my prosthetis, then pull the jeans up over all of it. I didn't know if jeans would be possible originally, but once I got beyond rehab and was headed back IRL, I was tired of shorts and sweats! Good to see more options in adaptive clothing these days.
Annika - hope to see you again in a couple of weeks - always nice to see a new video from you. You're in CA now, but from your time in CO - any winter tips" Last year I wasn't driving and didn't have to go out much - was using the wheelchair when I did. We had our first icy day this week and it's a whole new ball game. I'm still using a walker as I continuing progressing, but Yikes. (I'm in NH)
I really like wearing jeans, so I put zippers in the side seams. Annika's jeans had the zipper on the inseam, but I thought it looked cool to have a non-invisible zipper on the side, so I ran with it...minus literal running. I've tried zippers on both seams. For me, I find it more convenient on the outer side seam.
I hadnt even thought about AKs and jeans but this is good information! Adaptive clothing is definitely starting to become more and more prevalent luckily!
I will try to give my best snow tips but since I live in Southern California now, I dont have to worry about snow as much. Ill be heading to CO in a couple weeks so ill make a video then!
I could watch u all day........ Gorgeous. Goooood Laaaawwwdd!!! B safe and love ur content.
Very helpful. Thank you.
It’s good to see you again, Annika. Welcome back. Good video. Continue on your road on getting the silver play button
Thank you for always being supportive and keeping up with me through all my chaos
Merry Christmas and Happy new year thank you very much good luck
Love your vibe. I'm starting an illusion legging line and wanted to research if they could be adapted to be able to be worn by people with amputated leg(s). I feel like they would have to be customized per person for the perfect measurements but the answer is a zipper! Of course! I'd love to give it a try. Let me know if you'd be willing to test it out with me! Awesome channel!
Merry Christmas and Happy new year
Love your videos super helpful and thanx to you I'm begging my prosthesis for those seal in liners next appointment I'm so pumped they look amazing thank you for what you do
I love the seal ins but it’s really hard to use socks with them! They are still my favorite suspension though
Great to see you doing videos again! My amputee little sis 😃very informative 👏🏽 I live in Florida and ALWAYS wear shorts because like you said , through out the day we need access to our prosthetic leg
Lucky! I live in the Rocky Mountains. Short season is sadly gone.
@Stephanina's Amputee Adventures most definitely appreciate non stop short season. Used to live in Atlanta and hated the ice storms...hell for amputees walking on ice and snow
Shorts are definitely the easiest but i just wanted to show some alternatives if shorts were not an option!
@@AnnikatheAmputee 🙏🏽
@@ironmanepf1 No kidding! Ice is brutal! Glad you get to be in Florida now!
I like your snall Hawaii guitar❤
Hello Beautiful. Great and informative video. Yes I agree that going to a alteration shop is great, as the online sellers of adaptive pants 👖 are expensive. I can probably buy pants and have them altered for less.
Yes that's what I think is the best option if you want "amputee pants". Not saying buying them is bad, but I feel it just limits the consumer. I would rather find pants I really like and THEN have them altered in a way that would be beneficial to me.
@@AnnikatheAmputeeI have to say using the pants one already have and hav8ng them altered (adding zippers to leg inseam ) to be more economical and practical.
Good morning merry Christmas and Happy new year
First of all, I want to tell you this is all soooo great for me....I'm over 50 and have had issues with clothes especially jeans/pants....however, my issue is a little different. I have a sleeve over my socket and that's been a huge issues...as you've said, dresses and skirts are your best friend, but in colorado when it's very cold, shorts skirts and dresses kinda suck...lol. but I have been dealing with them and when I get prices for zippers the cost has been more than the jeans/pants, themselves. Not to mention shoes....I have a different foot than yours and I can't take mine apart I would like to put boots on and wear heels but that's another story Just mainly the pants with a socket that has a sleeve over it....I work out now and would like to do my yoga pants like you did but I'm scared it will look weird since it will be on top of the liner/socket. Any other suggestions on that? Sorry this was so long I was trying to find where I could message you without posting this all....thank you!
Nice to see you back on TH-cam Annika. Somehow I missed your previous video, even though I have a bell on your channel. Anyway, how about a video just telling us more about how life is going? I see some images on Instagram every now and then, but it would be nice to just hear how stuff is going after moving to the west coast.
Thank you! I think thats a great idea. I’ll definitely do a year recap video soon
Good video
The way you put on your jeans is the way I put on my 511 pants.
Some people mentioned this on my other social media platforms and I think that is so interesting!
Thank you for posting this content and also, I would be remiss in not thanking you for serving our military. This may sound corny and I apologize if it does, but you have a wonderful smile and I love your energy. So I am not sure if this is a possibility, but do you ever wear stockings / pantyhose? I had a friend in high school who was an above the knee amputee who wore them but she also used a cosmetic prosthetic leg. Hope you have a great day, and keep being you.
I have actually not worn tights since losing my leg but i just bought a pair inspired by this comment so I will let you know how it goes!
@@AnnikatheAmputee I want to thank you for entertaining the suggestion I gave. Also, on a different note, I did volunteer for an event called "Wreathes Across America" through my employer. I signed up for it a few weeks before I saw your video, but I want to let you know that I will think of you as I am out there as I realize freedom is never truly free. It is brave men and women like you who put themselves in harms way to give us the freedoms we enjoy and sometimes take for granted. I appreciate you and hope you have a great Holiday season dull of mirth and joy.
Thank you very much good luck
...all the best for your future and a very happy and funny
life...!!!
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Been trying to find clothes I like for 3 years now as a lower leg amputee. I hate every second of it and just have given up bothering trying to be myself anymore. They don’t make cute clothes for a goth who lost her leg.
Good report 👍
Any stories of how you handle very hot/cold weather, including ice.
Oh yes I will definitely make a video about this!
I love and hate dressing as an amputee. You look so good btw!
Thank you! I feel that too but hopefully this video helps a little bit!
Hey, great videos, I am a below knee amputee from India, watching your videos makes me feel good, things relatable mostly, let’s connect if possible
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I live in Bologna North Italy
I’m a new btk amputee and I’m a spaz. I’m trying to adjust after probably being released from a rehab way too early and trying to do a gazillion things that have to be done and I’m just treading.
On the flip side I’m hoping to train dogs again and find these clothes for people that wear holsters etc.
I’m scared to death 😊
You need to be a clothing designer for amputees!! Enjoyed your video
Ahhhh you are too sweet. I dont think thats my forte so Ill let the professionals handle that. I just want to show what works for me!
You looking very good
i love you!
Thank you very much good luck thank you very much good luck
I love your video🥰 you so so sweet but I have problem maybe you can help me with that I have prosthesis Prevent my Prosthesis From Destroying my Pants With I have hole in all my pants 👖
Not sure if you did a video on it or just don't want to talk about it but I was curious to know how much the Marine Corps helped you or hindered you through this entire thing? Did you get medically discharged or did they allow you to stay in to finish your enlistment. Were you able to file a VA claim and get a service connected claim going? Id love to hear more of this story. Semper Fi.
This is a good idea for a video and I will add it to my list! I will have this answered in the next couple weeks!
Which prosthetic ur using, foot, socket , liner ?
How many kilometres possible u walk
Hi
which foot u r using
These targeted ads are interesting. Just got one for a liner cleaner CleanWithRoss I didn't even know this was a thing.
But I'm not an amputee so the ad missed it's mark, but I did learn something today.
Annika, any reviews/opinions on things like this to clean and sanitize liners? Are they more a gimmick?
Oooh that is a good idea! I will definitely make a video about that too!
My name is Andrea
Your age now
I am a young italian disable
Is there way to make money doing videos like this?
I m form Pakistan
I'm abelow the knee amputation I wear a lot of legging and short souch easier
I mostly use zipper pants. Too cold for leggings and shorts half the year where I live!
I mostly wear leggings and shorts too but just wanted to show some other options!
I m 42 old man
Hi❤ it is amazing,maybe we could work together and free testing our activewear queenieke
Annika contact me please thank you very much good luck