Confidence, Dignity, and Adaptive Design with Springrose Founder

In this episode of CareLab, Brandy and Emilia talk with Nicole Cuervo, founder of Springrose, about how something as simple as a bra can restore confidence, independence, and dignity. They explore how inclusive design is about more than functionality—it's about honoring people’s bodies and choices, especially when living with limited mobility or disability. From adaptive fashion to the emotional power of feeling good in your clothes, this conversation will challenge what you think matters in caregiving, recovery, and daily life.

Chapters:

00:00 – What’s your secret superpower?

04:30 – Nicole’s journey to launching Springrose

08:10 – Why bras matter: dignity, identity, and independence

13:00 – Designing for people with limited mobility

17:40 – Real stories from users and what caregivers should know

22:00 – What inclusive design looks like in practice

26:00 – Final thoughts on confidence, choice, and care Helpful

Resources:

Springrose Adaptive Bras: https://www.springrose.co

AskSAMIE – Adaptive Equipment & Aging-in-Place Tools: https://www.asksamie.com

Higher Standards Caregiver Training: https://www.higherstandardscaregivertraining.com CareLab Podcast Site: https://www.carelabpodcast.com