BBC Growing Up Poor 1of2 Girls 576p HDTV x264 AAC MVGroup org

First part of BBC´s doc "Growing Up Poor".

[@gorillafacegwen9247]

Mum left school at 16 with nothing to work in a launderette , had 5 kids and went back to school at 30 , GSCE, A Levels , Degree,. currently a band 8 district nurse on north of 40k. What a woman

[@fawziawahid]

Wow that is amazing

[@daisybound2999]

But like no one cares lol

[@stelz9402]

Daisy Bound you think your smart saying that? 😂clearly me and 33 other people do

[@katieb3679]

@@daisybound2999 cared enough to leave a comment saying you don't care tho u salty cow 😂

[@daisybound2999]

Katie b imagine calling someone salty in 2020 😂😂

[@GK-up2rk]

Shelby is such a gem, she gets up and goes to work and grafts... she doesn’t deserve the hand she has been dealt but just gets on with it.. some needs to help this girl

[@jordy2372]

Shes not helping herself! now has a kid the tax payers have to pay for....

[@kennethpudder1280]

Hey Shelby

[@jehouse61]

@@jordy2372 She also didn't get the full time job that her low-paying job was supposed to lead to. She got screwed...and probably feels she's better off getting paid more to have a baby.

[@jordy2372]

@@jehouse61 well if that's her thoughts towards having a baby that she "feels better off getting more money for having a kid" then she doesnt deserve a kid! Anyone who thinks like that shouldn't have a kid period.

[@jordy2372]

griffiGriffin hahaha read the comments dickhead. You think someone should have a baby to be better off? Well you're just idiotic arent ya

[@smithyscousehouse]

Bless Shelby she’s a lovely lass inside you can tell how genuine she is. Poor lass is living with nothing but still smiles and pushes on. Respect to her

[@darlenemazurkiewicz2708]

Yes she certainly is. Put HERSELF on the RIGHT track. Even went to open a SAVINGS account. Good on SHELBY! & she worked. I was thinking, keep up on that track and your thinking & planning. If you continue on that stocking job, keep going from there, It is something to put ob a cv for future jobs. Then get back to school & keep working and saving as you continue your education. Soon you will be MILES ahead from where you came from.

[@jordy2372]

She cant afford to eat yet is having a kid???

[@jordy2372]

@Ca S dont get me wrong feel for the girl but if you cant feed yourself then how do you expect to raise a baby off 55 dollars a week? Immature choices.

[@jordy2372]

@Ca S shit sorry hun my bad yeah she did like I honestly liked her she was doing shit actually got off her ass and tried just thought if she knows she cant afford to keep herself feed like a baby at 17 might not be a good idea sorry didnt mean to be nasty to you

[@Nick-7432]

@@TicklerDude you are grim

[@MsMonicaRedmond]

Shelby seems like she’s trying so hard and the fact that she can still laugh and be happy warms my heart, I wish well for all three of these girls and I hope they all are doing well now♥️

[@justascorpio2.012]

I love documentaries like this. Seems like Shelby is the only one trying and to think i thought my life sucked with all the complaining i was doing..Im very humble now. Shelby will succeed. I have faith in her and her unborn Baby💙💙

[@drvetsaveyourpet4622]

My mother was kicked out for being pregnant at 15. Had two children by 21, was divorced by 22, worked 3 jobs full time and was a single mom full time, she's now a nurse practitioner and through her raising me and pounding education and work ethic into my head I am a DVM. It can be done. It is not easy, but it is possible. Do it for your unborn child.

[@katsan88]

DrVetSaveYourPet whats a dvm?

[@drvetsaveyourpet4622]

katsan88 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

[@drmuhammadwaseem8805]

respect

[@-lau-ren645]

DrVetSaveYourPet mbn

[@bonnienash8585]

DrVetSaveYourPet you are also stunningly beautiful 😘

[@danii3108]

When she didn't have a cooker cable it broke my heart she was so happy to get the cooker ☹️ I hope all three the best for the future....thanks for uploading

[@sistahmels8228]

I'm always amazed at the care free attitudes of young people in these videos, when they get arrested, jailed and go to court. They don't seem bothered by it and many laugh and joke around. My oldest son had gotten into trouble with the law once. I told him he's on his own. I made him pay restitution for his vandalism with his college savings (it took every penny). When he was let out of jail at 3 in the morning I told him he could walk home in the cold, barefoot, he did just that and it was a couple of miles. I call it tough love. He now has a good job, successful and we are very close. He told me many times that I did the right thing because it opened his eyes. I love him with my whole heart!

[@missmcphee8859]

Wow! Awesome! You did good and it's great he learnt his lesson

[@sistahmels8228]

@F.T.Power66,I really appreciate your words of encouragement. Thank you very much! With so much hate being handed out lately it's nice to not be thought of as a mean parent. I reap what I sow. For my efforts I have 3 wonderful sons who are successful in their lives and careers 💗

[@sistahmels8228]

@F.T.Power66, ahhhhh I'm not good at reading sarcasm. Sorry. Well you got a good laugh then. It's all good 👍

[@nullvid]

You're just a piece if shit parent. No wonder the poor kid got busted.

[@sistahmels8228]

@@nullvid Thank you. I appreciate your opinion. You sound a bit grumpy. Hope your day gets better

[@mrfriendlyguy]

Wow. In the opening minutes the girl mentions how they used to laugh at Nerds and now realises how much better they are than she is. At least she has that level of self awareness.

[@didsthecat1503]

She’s so right too. I was very laid back in school, and although I passed all my GCSE’s, I could’ve done so much better. Although once you start work you realise they don’t matter all that much.

[@ninisworld667]

poor shelby. shes trying so hard bless. i would be devestated if my daughters or sons ended up like this but some parents dont seem to care :( good luck babes x

[@steuk6510]

Shelby male or female

[@sarahaiken7089]

I just wanted to pack her up and move her in with me, she's had a rough ride and was still only so young, she only acts that way because why wouldn't she, she had no real positive adults around her, but she still managed to do the best she knew how to. I hope she didn't get with some dickhead who treats her badly, she's a beautiful and seems very street smart to me.

[@carolemckeown7300]

Poverty is generational

[@callum_brand]

this has made me even more grateful for wat ive got

[@time2kickarse]

Why! If you worked for it your earnt it.

[@xsoano8519]

total recall no I was born into it

[@SM-kk4rx]

I can’t complain about my life and job after watching this 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@ThePlutoandMarsEffectofTarot]

I love how ppl say "I'll NEVER be poor, I'll never be like them" and then it happens to them. Love it. Never judge and never say never.

[@karenmartin2253]

Xx

[@andrewengland8021]

You can be poor but not live like a slob.

[@rumonster2793]

andrew england Their probably living in filth because they’re lazy. Lazy people don’t get degrees/jobs or want to clean \_(ツ)_/¯

[@sophiemay8707]

Rumonster279 that’s actually unfair to make our all off us the same as them

[@rumplestilskinsmum5094]

Thank you exactly me ! 25 years ago I had a very well paid good job! Holliday/ nice house / car etc . Then ......... Now I have a part time job ! Need UC to pay part of my rent and relying on food banks! Never say NEVER !

[@__-gn3tp]

The last update on Shelby is from 2014 where she’s mentioned she’s doing well, her baby is born and she’s running 2 digital franchises.. I wonder how she’s doing in 2020. I hope her life is much better now, she deserves it 💙

[@pearlkelly6337]

wow i didnt know shelby had a baby, where you see that

[@vonnieegallagher9114]

@@pearlkelly6337 she was at the end of the programme

[@noodles341]

A

[@kiranshamila4186]

Shelby breaks my heart she is trying so hard to get out of poverty bless her good luck to her I wish her all the best

[@missbelladonna24]

the fact that the 17 year old from Glasgow is getting just 250 a month for working 30 hours a week is shocking. just a way for company's to get cheap labour. this "placement" is no different than a job. they need this work done right? give her the job then not a "placement" that gives the poor girl barely enough to survive on.

[@stevenpremmel4116]

Slavery by the back door.

[@kaitlynh.5258]

Jobs are terrible. The economy is shit. You get ripped off. She's trying. She is one that I believe deserves benefits.

[@brittney_ac8506]

It's low becus the pay for under 25 is only £5.83 i believe 25 and over is £7.93

[@nunyabuisness7552]

Not sure how "placements" work in the UK but it seems similar to what we call "Temporary". Temp or Temporary workers usually go through an agency for when companies only need extra help for a short period of time. Companies don't want all the hassle with hiring an individual for temp work so they hire the temp agency instead. The temp agency does all the tax work, paper work and determine which people are best suited for the type of work a company wants. The temp agency then takes a percentage of the workers wages. There are also laws which differ between states that give temp workers certain benefits "IF" they work a specified number of hours.

[@carolthecat]

you are bang on the money. I'm a 62 year old blind man who's lived through the Thatcher come Major come Blaire come all the rest of the sell the UK's industry and natural resources to the cheapest foreign buyers. These kids are the Thatcher's grandchildren generation. Generation screwed and after Brexit things will only get worse.

[@szagoshiena]

My mom was raised in a house with no running water or electricity...with abusing parents and stuff. Her grandmother helped my mother and her sister but she left her family at 14 and went to a boarding school. She told many sad stories and I'm really proud of her that despite of the circumstances she is where she is now. Also I'm really thankful that she broke out of her situation and did her best to provide me a better life.

[@olivelee2053]

szagoshiena Ljd

[@flowmotiiion9441]

szagoshiena 🙏

[@jasminesmomag]

szagoshiena thanks for sharing

[@bmuraaz6024]

Thanks for sharing! Really supportive!

[@jordangann7438]

Yay go your mom! 🥳

[@michellewinn1917]

I love it when one of the women says 'I'm 50, I've done my bit'!! I'm 52 and hope to goodness I'll be working until I can afford to retire even though it's hard to make ends meet!

[@peterinconspicuous5365]

May God bless everyone in this world. I'm lucky enough never to have known poverty and after watching documentaries like these, it makes me humble for all that I have. I hope and pray that everyone who is in a bad situation right now has only the best things coming to them.

[@Just-bj8xi]

God bless u to

[@veritybowater7771]

girls if you ever read this, we all have this incredible potential inside us, you just have to acknowledge it. also at the same time understand that you are the most important person in your life so believe in yourself!

[@markganus1085]

just what we need. more encouragement for "it's all about me me me" attitude

[@theomega616]

So guys don't have the same potential?

[@millwallholdings]

Yeah yeah just lay on your back and knock em out and get paid by taxes Potential , important ha hamore crap talk from the young, they should stick to talking shit on the phone and laying on their backs

[@abbeylinefortheexit8933]

theomega616 butthurt.

[@CDN1975]

It amazes me how the windows in the building Shelby lives in open that way. In Canada, apartments have safety latches to keep them from opening that wide. Those giant concrete towers are so depressing one wonders how many people take a header from the windows just to end their misery? Shelby, you can make something of your life. You are an intelligent girl.

[@belenhernandezbenavente3420]

Theresa .. Poverty is depressing not the the windows nor towers etc... Canada is a rich country...

[@FallenAngelEnemy]

They still build them like that in the uk, there is a safety latch but it’s easily undone for safety reasons 🤣🤣 I have a new build flat that was built in 2022 and I was surprised too that the window open fully was precisely when they knew I’d be moving in with a very curious toddler

[@liamhobkirk5342]

Really makes you look at your own life and just how lucky we are. The families we have. The homes we have. The jobs we have. Humbling to be honest especially Shelby bless her heart. Trying her best

[@hollyvipond168]

I know it's a bit older but I had my son at 21, unemployed with no savings or financial stability. Fast forward 10 years and I have a degree, a career as a counsellor and I own my own home. Don't give up ❤

[@goingunder2548]

Bet you had help from mummy and daddy to do that. Not everyone does.

[@hollyvipond168]

@@goingunder2548 no I didn't actually. "Daddy" died when I was 19 and my mum was skint!!

[@andygi221]

Shelby is a genuine gal keeps her self to her self a real gem and strong too god bless her

[@JorgeRivera-hi4li]

here i am complaining about my life.and now i see how lucky i am...

[@alfielb8040]

Jorge Rivera amen

[@flowmotiiion9441]

Jorge Rivera same

[@tamarafinn4560]

Always appreciate everything , id rather be poor and happy than rich and depressed

[@flightequestrian926]

Same.. But then you think about how lucky they are to even have a roof over their heads. Unlike some people in the uk..

[@ReflectedMiles]

Lucky? Have you learned the kind of skills involved here? Very few people get to retire at 17 at public expense and their vices intact. The key in most Western countries is having enough children to maximize qualification while not getting so slovenly that the children get taken into care so the qualifications are lost. You probably didn't have an upbringing that gave you this particular skill set and your retirement age is probably much older as a result even if it's in a richer environment. (The exception and good argument for a public investment was Shelby prior to her pregnancy.)

[@charissecoal]

Bridie admitted she would laugh at people who wanted to be successful, then assumes they’d be laughing at her for sticking with her plan to live on 100 pound a week. But she didnt take into account the probability that those success seekers came from stable homes with loving supportive families who would help them succeed so they wouldnt have to struggle, unlike her parents who denied her the basics and left her to it. Please people, take care of your babies!!

[@Char45-p1c]

Shelby is definitely a strong one. Keep going girl, you're a true inspiration

[@michelleobi4410]

Shelby is one of those people that will always make it work.She's a smart girl man, going to credit union and avoiding high interest loan. Shes doer and will be a good role model for her child. £1.83 an hour is joke.

[@jtothew4201]

Don't think she is a "girl man"

[@markkearns8721]

Anyone paying that to anybody for that much work should be dragged to a public place and shot with balls of their own shite.

[@lolagraham8013]

@Mark Kearns at school 4-16 year olds do about 30 hours a week of work and don’t get paid anything

[@Xt-tt6mc]

If you think that whole credit union scene wasn’t set up for the film then go get yourself a glass of tap water

[@juliet7703]

The law needs change 1.83!! I know they young but surely that is near child exploitation! How is that meant to help youngsters who really want to improve their lives?? Good on Shelby!

[@juliearmymom7807]

Shelby actually seemed to have sense. She budgeted what she had, didn't blow her money. She needs to go to college and I think would do quite well, she just never had a shot really.

[@LisaMaryification]

You didn't see the last part? It said she got pregnant! She almost made it! It's called self sabotage.

[@yoyoholck]

she got pregnant by wee mental davy

[@tupachussain]

she is adorable. she worked very hard in her placement deserving a permanent job

[@jayaybe1]

*Celtic Dread* Lol, who's wee mental davy?

[@jayaybe1]

Ahhh, him.

[@cooldaddy2877]

Shelby is a star. She is doing everything right and she clearly has self-respect. I hope she continued to do so. It would be such a shame if she didnt succeed.

[@crypt0sn1p3r4]

Shelby is awesome, she made my heart happy. She proves that anyone, from any type of background; rich or poor or inbetween can make something of themselves.

[@ironix1]

I thought she was the one who was pregnant and unemployed at the end!

[@maryellwood3653]

Poor Shelby , she seems to be the only one that has no real emotional or family support, she is totally self reliant, which she knows she has to be to survive. Good on her, I hope it works out for her as she seems to be really trying to make the best of a terrible situation, poor kid, this is extremely hard for a 17year old to cope.

[@ultravioletmidnight1720]

This is all very sad. I especially feel for Shelby, she's completely alone and is trying to do the best that she can given the circumstances. And Amber is so young, she's still a child herself and is now having a baby. Hopefully all these young women will be able to change their lives for the better.

[@Juliee79]

This is so sad. I couldn’t imagine my teenagers struggling like this alone. I wish I could help these young girls, it’s so sad to watch as a mother.

[@fava7753]

I hope these young people all did well after this programme was made . The Scottish girl was a tryer , I hope she found her right path in life seemed to be really sensible and was trying her best to make a life for herself . So to all the people who took part in this programme I hope all of you now have made a decent life for your futures . I personally have been there in my younger days . I know how hard it was then for myself . . I managed with a real struggle but I persevered as hard as it was . . Best of luck to you all and your families for the future .

[@Camden1313]

I really admire Shelby in this documentary, I feel like she's really trying to make the best out of a really really crappy situation, she's literally working slave labor, with seemingly no family or friend supports. She casts a very lonely figure. I am happy she re-established communication with her father however.

[@BudSchnelker]

Heartbreaking to read at the end that she was pregnant. That's pretty much going to condemn her to a life of poverty forever. She seemed to have good instincts on turning things around, but with a documentary they create narratives based on overall footage. Clearly, there was a recklessness about Shelby that we didn't get to see among all the budget calculations and shopping lists.

[@trip2themoon]

Not long ago I was out of work and whilst signing on I had a look through the slave labour book. There were literally hundreds of positions available. It's frightening how many people can get away with hiring someone and get to pay them nothing.

[@jmoe84058]

no....she's still a good person.....and is trying

[@jmoe84058]

who are you? she's a good kid

[@rjonesn7019]

Camden1313 I totally agree with u, I admire her as well, Shelby has a great attitude.

[@richardjohn7991]

I'm watching this 2019.You girls have nothing to be ashamed of. Hope you lot are all good today PEACE.

[@jamieandtrina557]

Someone so young left to her own devices, finding independence what a legend Shelby. Hope things work out for you in the future. Jah bless.

[@lailanimessina1473]

I love all these shows from the UK 😂😂 I watch these, rich home poor home, teenage pregnancy, the one they swap wives and whatever other ones pop up 💪☝ thanks people of the UK for keeping me entertained while Im blocked off facebook 😩

[@MaryBibiana]

I can imagine why you're blocked off fb

[@lizkelley2099]

Rich kids go skint in uk 🔥😂💜

[@laurenmcnicol4456]

How can she only earn £55 a week from working 30 hours, that is sickening and surely below minimum wage? I hope Shelby is getting on well in her life now, poor girl

[@tami8965]

Lauren McNicol it’s like working to get your welfare. You don’t understand British benefit schemes.

[@elderwand08]

It's called "the work program". They make people work full time jobs for their benefits. My friend was working 40 hours a week cleaning for £72. It's a way of keeping the unemployment figures down and of pushing people to come off benefits

[@GailGuyan]

If the government changed these schemes to be fairer, like getting the job after 6 months or something reasonable then it would give them more incentive. How r thy sposed to understand what a full time job with proper wages is really like if a placement is basically child bloody labour???😤 bloody tories 🤬

[@elliemay6390]

Lauren McNicol totally out of order right

[@jcdenton5828]

elderwand08 I thought this programme was stopped?

[@amybrown746]

Just so so sad 😭 what a horrible life😢 I hope Shelby has the best future ever what a lovely girl

[@rob_3417]

@Simba Rashe weirdo. Hope she never bumps into you

[@tommzytree2787]

@@rob_3417 Rob? What a stupid name. Who the hell would call their child Rob?🙄

[@Mini-Me]

Its great some of the comments were parents did well. Just my heart goes to these young lasses. To be poor is hard, depressing. Bless you all. I wish you all the best. ❤

[@bran756]

Bless them all,it’s just a way of life,I come from a sink council estate,some of us slip through that nasty net,I and my family did,and I will always be grateful.i will never ever judge people.

[@ashleyx3822]

Well sead Dom.

[@CyberKidXtra]

I'm really gutted for you Shelby. I hope you made it and you're OK petal. X

[@eloise5129]

this shows me how lucky I am

[@chillilegend1199]

it's not luck..... it shows you have got off your arse done something with your life

[@eloise5129]

chilli legend no it shows how lucky I am to be born into a stable home. If these girls had the same childhood I’m having they wouldn’t have ended up like this. Yes they could have tried harder to get back on their feet but I wouldn’t have to because of my family. They haven’t got that.

[@leahmcdermott4189]

I'm actually so hurt to see all the judgemental people in the comments judging them. Don't you know this kinda thing can happen to anyone? Granted some of them don't seem motivated to change their situation, but even the sweetest and most gracious of people lose their jobs and or face a serious struggle. Poverty has no name, it can happen to anyone. These series make me so grateful for my life. I suffer from GAD (anxiety) and I literally save at least 50% of my income so I can avoid this kind of struggle. People judge me but it brings me comfort to know I have well over 10K for emergencies. It eases my anxiety because my biggest fear is being homeless. I do believe some of these girls need a wake up call and need to do better. Being young is not an excuse cause I'm young too (22) and I started saving from 17. Partying with friends and blowing your money on alcohol, drugs and junk is not gonna bring you financial security. I do feel so sorry for them though 😔

[@nathankirby4612]

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[@tammyjackson5927]

The struggle is real! God bless all these amazing young ladies!

[@Sejdr]

Shelby (the blond girl) seems to be a nice orderly girl - so sad! She works even though she gets the same pay as the benefits, she makes a budget, she doesnt get into trouble and she is trying to make it work. Wish it works out for her!

[@annemariehosper3826]

That's the sad thing; she really tries but the system doesn't want to give her any chance........

[@rachael-777]

Sejdr I thought so too until I read at the end...."but she is 6 months pregnant"

[@channelbizt]

רחל What?? Now you think down on her? FFS ! How did your mother bring you into the world then?

[@girlyblue24]

i felt so happy for Shelby getting that cooker, and couch. the only one that chose to get off her ass and work.

[@nunyabuisness7552]

I have helped people like her before. Unfortunately what starts out so great for them doesn't last and they find it easier to be on government assistance than to work. Only 1 out of several I've helped ended up making something of themselves.

[@Sunnbuzz]

And its one more than none, look at it that way.

[@angielou123]

And then gets pregnant.... clever girl 😕

[@bennovak1793]

Shelby how are u today?????

[@inthevault9603]

Shelby is very beautiful. I hope her career got off the ground somehow.

[@tammereynolds]

I feel so deeply for these girls and I hope they have found better situations now especially Shelby❤ thankyou for sharing this

[@poppy.8126]

This puts a lot into perspective, I’m always complaining about how I want something or how everything is “so hard” but I’m very fortunate for what I have 🙏

[@PMMagro]

I must be getting old, I feel for these young ones in a tough situation.

[@PlantPorn]

Nothing says poverty like sofa in the garden.

[@Finnthecreature]

Or a fridge.

[@oscargrainger2962]

Or really bad language in front of kids.

[@aquak5988]

Cannot imagine sitting outside a court house, having a cig with my mother or someone else's mother, having just escaped incarceration, with that level of nonchalance. With my mother!! First off, I'll have to lodge at an auntie's for a while because my mother would near enough maim me and pray earnestly for divine intervention when I do get home.

[@mariec6056]

Thank ur lucky stars then love

[@chriswilliams8121]

Well after what she went through I am not surprised she's like that as she was sexualy abused by the child trafficking gang where she lived

[@MrJohnLongSilver]

Life is tough, many people have not faced how hard life can be and take it for granted. those young girls show strength and I respect the way they are fighting to change their situation. I hope the BBC was fair and paid them their fair share of the profit made by this document.

[@jasonchicas9736]

It sad to see that the other 2 girls are doing much better then the blonde girl. i wish shelby the best.

[@Romanystar7]

I lived like that at 16-19 and got out of it but you feel the world is against you and you have no self esteem. Its v lonely too.

[@baldylocks8683]

All I can remember is that brown-haired girl calling someone a fanny rash.

[@asandamkhize6018]

😂😂😂😂

[@jayg1438]

Three cheers for Shelby. She will make it. A lot of people are born poor, or have things in life happen that put them in very bad situations. Often behaviors and choices make things worse. There is no free ticket. Shelby has the mind, gumption and tenacity to pull herself out of this situation. I loved seeing her budget things out, I've been there. Before you attack me, I would know. At our low point my family was homeless in the USA. I now write this 25 years later with an MBA I paid for myself, a cute little house that I bought alone, a newer car (house and car are my only debts) some money in the bank and a retirement nest egg started. Yes for my age I am behind many of my peers, but other than moral support from my mom, I did this on my own. I wish I could find my Shelby. We would both enjoy the fruits of our hard labor and our modest blessings.

[@ambersstuff7948]

It's hard to believe these girls are only a few years older than me and already have children and/or on benefits.We get free education in the Uk up to 18 and it's such a shame people like this throw that opportunity away while in other parts of the world girls have to fight for their education rights 😔

[@resilienceofagypsy3998]

Ambers Stuff whilst education upto 19y old is free, low income families' children are encouraged to go straight into work to pay their way and support themselves from leaving school at 16 It is not easy because they don't have the experience. It's a vicious circle

[@jordanxaofie8856]

Ambers Stuff so life is all about education? I hope you get an education on life

[@jordanxaofie8856]

millwallholdings you ain't paying shit. your paying for the queen to have a big shit on gold crusted toilet

[@jordanxaofie8856]

Ambers Stuff bet your pregnant by now, education down the toilet, in love with bad boy

[@yehimthatcnt7730]

Aoife Burke honestly what the fuck is your problem as you can clearly see she’s right these girls have basically wasted opportunities and education AND in this day and age EDUCATION is key.

[@catherinea5893]

Respect for Shelby

[@megancooper8676]

My heart goes out to Shelby. I hope she's got the life she deserves.

[@JoJo-zx9sc]

@@oklife7273 I’ll get to know you and tell you where I am...can you give me the money instead??

[@Hornbyttgingernerd]

@@oklife7273 I agree she seems to have a good brain in her head shame to see that wasted

[@ruthwhelan8560]

Never a mention of the dead beat dads no were to be seen always the girls getting the slagging off. Mothers should start teaching their sons how to take responsibility for their offspring and putting something on the end of it.

[@afri-can7739]

Abortion? She's 16 and smoking with a child inside her, and it's men's fault?

[@unicorntomboy9736]

@A Mc What about my advice above?

[@loraelise]

A Mc first of all contraception for woman is expensive, it’s not readily available like condoms are. And yes woman should insist on condoms being worn but often men can make you feel pressured or intimidated if you try to say no. Lastly regardless of who’s fault it is, the man helped make a life and should be there. It’s fucking disgusting how many men choose not to have anything to do with their children. Ultimately if you’re not prepared to take care of a baby then use contraception or accept the consequences of your actions. Don’t just point the finger at the woman and use abortion or weak ass arguments like that as an excuse to be a piece of shit. Men aren’t a meal ticket either because most of the cunts aren’t even in the picture which is the whole point. I don’t think you know what your on about talking about double standards and equality. It’s the woman that gets lumped with the kid and the cost. Where’s the fucking equality and double standard there you prick

[@cooldaddy2877]

correct....but if the guys have to 'put something on the end of it' how about the girls 'keeping their legs shut'. It works both ways.

[@zoepose8256]

As should the girls,let's no paint them as innocent bystanders with no clue.it takes two but yes guys do need to learn to take responsibility for their actions

[@GeorgeIsaacPadilla]

Felt bad for Shelby not getting the job and getting pregnant... Thought she was the hardest working and most grown up of the bunch.

[@dav01kar]

BECAUSE THEY ARE FUCKING WASTERS AND LAZY CUNTS.

[@ElNegus9985]

+dav01kar EXACTLY.

[@nysunbbt]

my bebe love full movie

[@annemariehosper3826]

Maybe she was desperate and thought getting pregnant + getting would be more satisfying than not be taken seriously in her former situation?

[@DK-ck6ye]

theyve had no guidance and bridey has trust issues from being abandoned and let down by her so called parents ,a down hill spiral its like the blind leading the blind. poor shelby really tries hard i hope she succeeds .having kids can sometimes make you pull yourself out the shit and give your child the life you never had.

[@katiebeveridge2411]

The world needs more Shelby's in it ! I so hope her luck changed ! She deserves some good news !!

[@Youbarkimeow]

Although Shelby was only earning the same amount at work as she could receive off of benefits what she got from earning the low wage was pride,dignity and self respect she felt good about herself because she wasn't being lazy i hope she doesn't give up on future goals since she got pregnant. You don't have to be a victim of the bad circumstance you were raised in and to anyone who is struggling going through bad times it will get better so hang in there.

[@mcpartridgeboy]

dont be stupid, you dont hand out the dignity card to whoom you see as worthy, im unemployed, im not lazy im ripped af, im slim I eat healthy I work out a lot, im healthy !

[@jenny-ro6gm]

mcpartridgeboy rigggght . Make your own show then lol

[@mcpartridgeboy]

@@jenny-ro6gm id love to get my own show, but noones invited me to go on !

[@kdlofty]

Shelby was simply used as cheap labour for her employers, they had no intention of giving her a job. That's why all these "youth initiatives" YTS, Apprenticeships, Schemes, call them what you will. They all amount to the same thing. Exploitation of the young for cheap labour and for the government to massage the unemployment figures. Disgraceful.

[@Youbarkimeow]

@@mcpartridgeboylook you misunderstood what I meant I was raised on a council estate and in foster homes all my life being called stupid and poor in school I walked in her shoes. All I wanted was a job and no one would give me one and when I did find a job even though it was only cleaning for the first time I felt good, please don't ever call anybody that's been called stupid all their life stupid I hope you're doing well and I hope you are safe God bless.

[@shelloo9]

Who’s watching in 2023??

[@BrianCunningham-kp1qt]

I'm watching in April, 2024. lol. I wonder where these girls are now??? Hopefully, they are all in a better place.

[@itsweb1584]

The doctor/nurse/midwife was so lovely!

[@martinandersson2478]

Shelby seem to be such a great person.

[@nickinunudalby7031]

She does! She's 17 living alone and working, not just sat on her back side.

[@nzsir2.042]

@@nickinunudalby7031 exactly she's getting the same as she would if on benefits but chooses to work and try her best, while living on her own I feel for her and hope great things comes her way

[@neemaaroni5400]

Shelby , I'm so proud of you.Hope I run into you one day in the Glasgow City centre .I'll buy you a cupper

[@Susan-x]

宇宙不思議な your a fucking creep

[@factionless183]

fuck you povery stricken assholes and that us english slang

[@chipbuttytime3396]

Proud of her getting up the duff at 17 despite all her proclamations about teenage pregnancy.

[@mochiis4481]

森林雪 no its caller reading the comments and “coincidentally” seeing you be a perverted person

[@TVtwarn]

Jeez 😂 state of em all meeting her fresh from her bail hearing 😂😂😂

[@kayleethomasson2768]

Being on benefits is bloody hard, as someone who has been there myself I understand the situation people can sometimes get into through no fault of their own. I don't agree with the smoking when pregnant at all but I can see why poor people smoke from the stress of it all. I've been through all that these girls have and I now live in a 4bedroom detached house and have a good job. It wasn't easy getting here but with lots of determination I finally got there. At one point I thought I'd be dead by the age of 30 through drink and depression, I tried to take my own life many times. I now hardly drink and don't smoke. I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis last year and now live life to the full. Never give up hope and always talk to someone there is help out there

[@user-qr7eb1sf3l]

Kaylee Thomasson I would say I’ve had a worse life but I don’t smoke, but because I come from a war torn country I handle stress a lot better, to me their problems are minimal.

[@jordangann7438]

@@user-qr7eb1sf3l yeah some of us brits are a bit soft, but still trauma is trauma regardless of where it's from.

[@lolabelle4959]

How are you?

[@novelgossip9102]

Shelby is such a lovely kind caring and sensible girl, you can see how much she is trying to just get by, really really hope everything has turned out ok for her 💜

[@InflatableGirlfriend]

My father always said, whether rich or poor, no one should live like a pig.

[@eden2605]

InflatableGirlfriend my father always told me not to be judgmental. Some people suffer from depression, other mental illness and disabilities.

[@Dcvillnz]

InflatableGirlfriend when no cares about you it rubs off on ya .

[@FlashySolution]

Eden what all of them? The state of these homes are a running theme. They all look the same. A complete tip.

[@sandroinocencio1623]

@@eden2605 there's always an excuse...

[@dot2562]

Unless you are a pig, think of Huxley

[@MsLin1974]

These girls should of got paid for this documentary!

[@johnsassoon7115]

Should have,should have tsk tsk

[@Dcvillnz]

MsLin1974 definitely they should have. ! Perhaps the maker paid them during if not perhaps he could be sued .

[@theplug4981]

@@Dcvillnz its obvious they got paid for these bs stories

[@theplug4981]

@boimackhead mate you don't know what the BBC is capable of. This is content to them. Which brings in money. They control the narrative. BBC gives the illusion that these girls have it extremely bad when in reality they're just like any other person that is jobless and on the benefits. These girls also have to read and sign a contract to be allegable for the scripted show. Paid shill Also i don't need a story I'm already secured and working.

[@agustindejesus7398]

Ms, i bet they did.

[@playmatecaz]

I came from not so good home no food in cubards, I got a job moved out had my son kept my job now buying house. You can do it. I do not smoke, drink or take drugs. You have to try and make thing better for you.

[@andreaquechingadosteimport5562]

I am proud of you!! Not all can live through hardships and live life straight edge!! Awsome girl!!

[@andreaquechingadosteimport5562]

@@LostLakeLass you would think being a fan of God you would be more kind. Your entitled to your opinion though😃

[@marielisa5743]

@@LostLakeLass not sure why you choose that user name. With your attitude it really doesn't suit you.

[@theoccupier136]

piggypigpig Get a life you sad loser

[@fredrickaappletree3402]

Fan of the etcetc Arsehole.

[@abbey12345678901234]

Really admire Shelby ♥️ she is doing her best to get a better life. Hope she is doing good now.

[@theplug4981]

Imagine being white and being in poverty. Lol

[@Mistwalker67]

Yeah, although im 53 and male i was in her shoes, make or break decisions.

[@Catlily5]

@@theplug4981 Being white and living in poverty happens all the time.

[@rosesimon3632]

I grew up in poverty I lost my mother when I was 7 she died in the House she was only 39 I am now 48 no job nothing and still living in poverty my heart goes out to people with familys and anyone who is living on the bread line.reply from Reeni

[@candacegeorge8932]

They should show this to kids in High School , this is a huge wake up call

[@kaylamesser5733]

Candace George kids look at this woman, don’t ever think buying boobs this big is attractive......neither is photoshopping your pictures 😂what a mess!! Stay in school and off the pole, just ask Candace lol. Oh girl I’m just giving you a hard time :) Do you!! *before anyone starts with the hating bullshit.....I have big boobs too, just don’t have basketballs sitting on my chest lol....

[@avakinlifeuser6888]

Candance George omg look her chest ew it's so big like basketballs attached on her.

[@shesuckonmyglock6664]

Random Guy ..k

[@kaylamesser5733]

@@xivliv lmao oh honey....jealous? You're cute....everyone is entitled to their opinion. I am, you are, he is, she is, any and everyone is. I'm 38 years old with three kids, a college degree, a great job that I love and a handsome husband whose a resident at a world renowned hospital and he spoils me rotten. I'm not jealous of anyone, never have been nor will I ever be. I worked my ass off to get to where I am. I worked two jobs to pay my way thru college and even when I graduated top of my class mind you and got my first marketing job, I still worked another job at night. Now like I said I have three kids, a full time job at a large marketing firm and I coach a high school danceline. I get up at 4 am EVERY morning and go to the gym. I get home at 6 get a shower, get ready, get three kids ready, get them to school and then I go to my job. So, dont tell me she's worked hard. I hustle every single damn day. I give ZERO F%$KS if I disgust you or anyone else. The only woman I have to answer to and be better than is the woman looking back at me in the mirror. So take your BS and throw it at someone else bc I'm not the one. I guarantee I do more before 8 am then you do all day B$%CH. Stay in your lane. Obviously you didn't read all my comment...I have large boobs myself and if this wants her boobs to look like basketballs then that's fine. Everyone needs to feel comfortable in their own skin and if that makes her comfortable then I'm happy for her. If that boosts her confidence and makes her live her best life I'm happy for her. You seem like a very bitter, hateful C%NT. Relax, it's not that serious and definitely not what you made it out to be. Candace is a very beautiful women who most likely doesnt need photoshopping but someone makes her feel like she needs to obviously. If she could see herself the way others do she wouldnt feel the need to do all that photoshopping.

[@illinoishasenteredthechat950]

Candace George if kids don’t care about Covid-19 why the hell would they care for a stupid documentary.

[@bradleyian2922]

That Shelby lass is a great example what young people can do! I really hope she’s got a job now and succeeding in life 😊

[@godfather3TB]

Bradley Firth are you the real bride in the documentary?? @Bradley Firth

[@peterd440]

I'm waiting for the narrator to say " 27 year old grandmother, Becca...."

[@manzanaverde3174]

Lol 😆😆😆😆😆

[@brittalicia7354]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Soul_of_Mischief]

Happy 30th Grandma. Not a niche market in the banner world round there.

[@darrenkelly7361]

Should have made the program about Shelby, about kids who actually are trying to get by on there own not like the rest in this show who want life handed to them for free

[@justhereforthe_comments8994]

darren Kelly wtf are you talking about? How is she meant to make money when she’s pregnant? Name fucking 1 employer who will hire someone knowing they’ll be taking leave? Go fuck your self, and hope that you or none of your family ever need help!

[@RoundMelon]

I was a single teen mother worked for below minimum wage (apprentice wage) to support us. I’ve worked my ass off, with most of my pay always eaten by childcare, rent & bills but I’d rather do that all over again then live on the dole. At one stage I remember the job centre said to me I should quit my apprenticeship and just collect benefits, as they were more than my job brought in. I refused and struggled through it. 10 years later I’m now on a very good wage, live in a lovely home and I regret nothing. I can tell you now from experience what Shelby is doing will work out in the long run. Working for your money, even if it’s sometimes less than benefits give is always the best choice. It’s so easy to fall into the benefits system, to rely on it and choose it as the ‘easy option’. Benefits should always be temporary to help through hard times, never a life choice. I really wish Shelby the best... She’s working hard and eventually that will pay off! 💪🏻

[@grounderprincess7799]

Alot of people do not understand that growing up in poverty increases risk of depression. Lack of role models helping them find paths and lifestyles theyve never known and probably think are above them. Its a feeling of hopelessness and nothingness that keeps them down. Try not to judge, im sure they already feel as low as you tell them.

[@jennastory4322]

these judgmental comments really bother me. have some compassion and empathy for people.

[@carlkenny9567]

@Ez Ra And your patronizing and ignorant;)

[@Mujahid10621]

Exactly

[@jordy2372]

They could buy food , pay their way more but they all decide to fucking smoke so ....

[@eloise5129]

Ikr people just assume laziness and idiocy. They think these people simply lazy and they can easily get a house a job if they stop smoking and being lazy. It isn’t that simple. It’s easy to look and see it from your perspective of wealth and motivation but not everyone is so lucky.

[@marklaverty2209]

Some folk can't help but judge people, thers no enough empathy or understanding to people out ther struggling,everyone has a story dont look down on people's path in life just cos yours has been easier, it can all change in a heartbeat and you could be that person,we all need to be humble to remember us we all make mistakes help people don't ever think your better than someone we all need to pass on the help we all have to give 👍

[@ek2137]

Amber' s Mom looks worn out...She had Amber at 19 yrs and Amber I us 16 yrs. The oldest looking 35 y/o I have seen in quite some time.

[@DutchBane]

Im 32 but she looks like she could be my mum😂

[@martinjohrend2569]

@@DutchBane prosim v cestine

[@DutchBane]

@@martinjohrend2569 gracias en español?

[@JoJo-zx9sc]

Omg, that’s the same age as me! Thought she was an older woman who had great skin for her age, not a younger woman who looked old...

[@harrypike5140]

Yep. She looks in her 50s at least. It's not because she had a baby. Tonnes of women have multiple kids and still look fantastic. I'd put it down primarily to a lifetime of very poor nutrition, processed food, probably alot of alcohol and smoking too. People often overlook the impact of diet on the psychology and physicality of poor people in our society. I honestly believe if more was done to inform and support these communities in terms of providing people with better nutrition and fitness regimes, there would be a marked improvement in how they look and behave. It's not all about money, it's about knowledge. You can eat very healthy whole food diets on low budget. A single meal from McDonalds costs more than 2 / 3 days worth of proper food.

[@KemeticKreations]

I was chain smoking for years and when I found out I was pregnant I quit cold turkey, was the best choice I made. It is selfish to smoke whatever excuse you make when you are pregnant. It shouldnt be a hard choice when you have a baby especially 'wanting to give the baby a good start' being healthy is a good start.

[@gpu1192]

good for you :)

[@jonny3801]

Yeah that’s the most fucked you thing you can do to a human being.

[@JoJo-zx9sc]

@sammybaa samm believe me, smoking while pregnant and abortion are not the most fucked up things you can do to another human being. Jesus, open your eyes to the world!!

[@bb-nc6hr]

Its Shelby who I feel so sad for, wish things would get easier for you, some one please start a go fund me for her.

[@isobellaevans6901]

This was like 7 years ago she might be doing well now you never know.

[@mascara1777]

@@isobellaevans6901 one of the comments said she died in a car accident :(

[@__-gn3tp]

Do you know what her full name is? I’m so sorry to hear that I hope it’s not true 😢

[@IlyRnb]

UK gives so many good free opportunities to people for e'g free schooling and benefits. Back in my country we have to pay for the school, low income, no benefit. We have to earn money from working even though the income are very low. People living in Britain are very lucky, take that as a opportunity to build your own life by going to school and get job as theres hundreds of job out there.

[@eds-o1v]

Lunar Rae where's that

[@davidagray7225]

I'm not sure where lunar is from but in Africa they pay for school right from the beginning to end. In America we pay registration fees starting in some public high schools. Not to mention private schools which cost regardless of the grade.

[@IlyRnb]

MAF F that's the problem isn't it. So many opportunities but people are so lazy to even work their ass off to get some money. Fucked up

[@davidagray7225]

The system was originally supposed to help people that worked. Elderly and disabled were to reap the benefits of taxes. Social Security to take care of yourself after retirement. Modifications to the system to help the impoverished came later. Of course there will always be people who abuse the system where they can.

[@_a_l_a_n_n_a_h_5113]

Lunar Rae I can see what you are saying but the problem is that if both your parents quit school and you see all your friends drop out of school, when your young you don't think about the future you just think about what's fun so why would you stay in school when you hate it and your family doesn't care if you get and education?

[@NativeHoney81334]

Bridie (or however you spell her name) is so young but her face looks so weathered and tired. I felt for Shelby and felt so disheartened when I read she was pregnant. I hope she is doing better and is well. I couldn't imagine.

[@stanfemalesonly745]

NativeHoney81334 that's what happens when you smoke

[@mattylamb9194]

I thought Bridie was very pretty. Don;t think she was wearing much make-up.

[@Pilotalphapapa]

She’s probably on drugs

[@antwto8784]

My heart aches for Shelby, being that young and being all on your own. Whilst I always wish better for teens I'm kinda glad her story ended with her being pregnant. At least now shes got a child to focus on, call family and give her a better purpose in life.

[@shamrockkisses83]

I love how the blond headed later is telling the teenager to get a job when she doesn't have one!

[@teddybear-zr3vs]

Bridie just need to outgrow that "trying to be cool" phase in life and direct her energy somewhere else productive. That rebellious and nonchalant attitude that got her into trouble is exactly what is needed to rise above everyone else.

[@michaelpeternorman]

That work scheme that Shelby is on is a joke. You here politicians and business people endorsing the idea, saying that it gives valuable work experience to the unemployed. What it actually does is provide businesses with free labour. What people like Shelby need is a job. Instead of taking the piss and paying her £55 for 30 hours work which equals less than £2 an hour, pay her a proper and fair hourly rate for that type of work which is around £6ish. But no, as soon as the shop had taken advantage of all that free labour (because the government pay the £55, not the shop) they essentially tell her to fuck off. I've always been lucky with work and have been employed every year since I was 16. I'm 28 now. However., I have always been paid at least the minimum wage. If someone tried to get me to work for £55 for 30 hours work, I would have felt very angry and exploited.

[@charissecoal]

yup just rich scums making sure the poor stay poor.

[@Angora573]

Blade Blunter I agree that the schemes aren't much good to those going on them, but remember she wasn't just getting $55 a week, she was also getting her rent and council tax paid, which all together equals more than minimum pay.

[@girlygirlyblonde]

Blade Blunter 17 year old do not need to be paid as much as an adult because they do not have the same bills as an adult. They're usually either living with their parents or in some kind of hostel (in Shelbys case) because it's not legal for a 17 year old to sign a contract to live in their own flat. If people like Shelby dont wanna be treated like a slave then she should go back to further education like she's supposed to.

[@thefiestaguy8831]

I was an apprentice in London earning £30 a day (about £3.50/hr), I was paying full fares on the trains and tubes, I thought that was bad, now I feel for her, earning £55 for 30 hours work!

[@TheCheryl1978]

Blade Blunter go bk 23 years ago , work experence paid u only £30 a week and back then u wasnt even old enough to rent or have u own place till after u was 18

[@Jonathan-je9uh]

Shelby is a lovely girl and needs assistance and help, as she is working and being treated as a slave of the government.. Poor gal is working and trying to help herself but being pushed down, she has a brain and not going out getting pissed or on drugs like the majority of them. God bless her... She will be good and will grow strong. Love to know her updates after 6 yrs have passed since this video was uploaded..

[@kateeaston_]

I’ve watched this so many times over the years and I wonder how everyone is getting on

[@xxxoxxoxxx]

How can Shelby even have a baby with the environment & struggle that she's in. Its not only unfair on her but its unfair on the baby. Good luck to them all tho 💖💯💯💯

[@bhuddatwerks]

Shelby is so nice and hopeful. I hope she gets a good life.

[@victorymansions]

For anyone wondering, the song on the end credits is 'Fortune' by Little Dragon

[@rebeccajayne2707]

2012 was a brutal time….At least financially for me! I was 18 and fresh out of the care system…..and no family who gave a toss. I was barely an adult and all alone. On the other side of that now……(Thankfully) it is doable but it takes a hell of a lot of work. I hope these girls are in a better position today ❤