Leah Stewart shares her harrowing experience of a great white shark attack at Coogee Beach, where she fought valiantly for her life while keeping her young daughter August in mind. Despite suffering severe injuries and facing multiple surgeries, including a significant amputation, the outpouring of compassion from around the globe has resulted in over $558,000 raised for her recovery. She is profoundly thankful for the support she has received.

A mum who was critically injured in a shark attack has provided a heartwarming update as the she continues her recovery.

Sydney shark attack victim Leah Stewart says she has not fully recovered more than two months after the incident, but feels like she has been given a "second chance at life".