THE ONE-EYED JOURNEY PARENTS EDITION

Raising a Child with a Prosthetic or Blind Eye

For the parents raising a one-eyed warrior.

Whether your child was born without an eye, lost their eye later in life, or now lives with a prosthetic eye, this is your place. A space to connect & grow with other parents and guide your child with strength and confidence.

You’re not alone, and you never have to do this alone again.

The One-Eyed Journey: Parents Edition is a monthly membership built exclusively for parents and caregivers raising a child with a blind or prosthetic eye. It’s where support meets strategy, so you can raise a confident, resilient child while getting the emotional and mental support you need, too.

Because this journey is about both of you.

Live Monthly Zoom Sessions: Real conversations, expert guidance, and connection with other parents who get it, no more doom scrolling for answers.

Full Access to Past Trainings: Consume at your pace with replays on everything from advocacy to assistive tech to school prep.

Private Community: A safe judgment-free group to ask questions, share wins, and feel truly seen.

Monthly Membership

$14.99

Stay as long as it serves you. Renews monthly. Cancel anytime

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Call Schedule

April 16th: 4 PM PST

Two guest speakers who grew up with one eye

May 21st: 4 PM PST

Summer Time: Travel Advice

June 25th: 4 PM PST

Bring Your Village: Bring extended family, your inner circle, or friends to the call.

July 30th: 4 PM PST

Live with an ocularist!

What We Cover (and Why It Matters):

Raise a confident child

Build self-esteem, handle social situations, and empower them to stand tall in every room they enter.

Navigate school systems with clarity

Learn about IEPs, 504 Plans, what to pack, and how to advocate for your child without second-guessing yourself.

Handle the hard stuff with ease

From bullying to independence, we’ll help you prepare for each season of your child’s growth.

Mental Health and Coping Strategies

Addressing anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges that may arise for both the child and their family.

Understand the latest in prosthetic care and eye health

Stay on top of innovations, routine check-ups, and early signs of complications.

Prepare for life beyond childhood

Support their transition to adulthood, college, or career with confidence and resources that work.

Care for you, too

Protect your energy, manage mental load, and find emotional grounding alongside a community that actually

Shelby Perry

HOST

The visionary behind EYEHESIVE. After a snowboarding incident in 2021 left her with the loss of her right eye, Shelby encountered the challenge of finding comprehensive resources to navigate her journey and the prosthetic process. Determined to fill this gap, she founded EYEHESIVE with one mission in mind: to provide top-tier individual coaching and a vibrant array of resources for our community.

At EYEHESIVE we're all about empowerment, support, and fun! Our vibrant community is a melting pot of inspiring stories from individuals living with one eye. Through our platform, we offer strength, solidarity, and a whole lot of hope.

Somer Stantly

Co-host & Parent Advocate

A dedicated military spouse, mother of two, advocate, and the CEO of her national organization. In January 2019, while stationed in Germany, her daughter Journey Rose was diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer, prompting the family's return to the U.S. for specialized care. This period of intense medical challenges reinforced Somer's commitment to support other families facing similar trials. She shares her family's journey to help others recognize early signs of Retinoblastoma and provide a support network. Today, Journey is a vibrant second grader who loves swimming, skating, and crafting, embracing life with joy and resilience. Somer continues to advocate for awareness and support, drawing on her personal experiences to foster community and guidance for other families.