Shark attack survivor Leah Stewart shares recovery milestone four months after attack

Shark attack survivor Leah Stewart has shared a milestone in her recovery four months after losing part of her arm in a mauling at Coogee Beach in Sydney. The Daily Mail reported that the 35 year old mother and teacher recently managed to tie her hair on her own while continuing to relearn simple everyday tasks. [1]

The Daily Mail reported that Stewart was swimming between the flags at the popular Sydney beach on June 13 when she was attacked by a suspected great white shark. Following the attack, she spent two weeks in a coma and underwent multiple surgeries, which included the amputation of one arm below the elbow. [1]

Four months after the incident, Stewart revealed that she still hopes to return to the water eventually despite the challenges of her ongoing recovery. Both the Daily Mail and 7NEWS reported on her return and ongoing journey following the attack. [1][2]