Being Disabled Doesn’t Stop Us Being Great Parents | BORN DIFFERENT

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A FAMILY from Watford, England, want the world to know that life can be the same when living with disabilities. Faye Pearson, 29, and her husband Stevie, 26, are parents to 18-month-old Rowan. Both of their conditions are progressive, however, neither was passed onto their son, Rowan. Stevie and Faye rely on the help of carers around the clock, but are determined that people recognize this does not mean they are in less control when it comes to bringing up their son and providing him with the love and care he requires.
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[@pandablip9258]

That little boy is going to grow up and look back on life and really know and believe he had the best parents in the entire world, and that he was loved so much by two amazing people! ❤️

[@solorraine3392]

I have SMA the same as Faye.... I am 49, have a 23yr old daughter and a 10mth old grandson... with the right care and support we can have a life expectancy the same as everyone else ... I can not believe these stupid negative comments 😒 .... this is why we need awareness like this and the need to educate people ....

[@katiesmith7645]

I completely agree i am 33 and am wheelchair bound due to spina bifida and muscular atrophy, i also have a suprapubic catheter and Jpeg feeding tube and am also autistic however i married the man of my dreams on the 8th of august 2021, my husband is 31 and also disabled he has erbs palsy (a very rare form of cerebral palsy) causing him to have a very small deformed left arm and hand he can not use at all however we do not let our disabilities hold us back, we would like to have a family of our own however atm this looks unlikely to happen natural as i have polysistic ovary syndrome and a mass in my uterus im waiting for a hysteroscopy to have biopsied and i have the Jpeg feeding peg as i have an involuntary vomiting disorder (i vomit several times daily) and have been told that carrying a baby with the lack of nutrients i can take in oral (as the Jpeg feed bypasses my stomache and goes straight into my duodenum) would be extremely hard, however these problems me and my husband have will never ruin our hopes of having a family...yes it may not be naturally but we believe there are so many children alive already who need a forever loving family and home adoption is a route we have thought about a lot and thankyou so much for sharing your personal life in this documentary you are a very beautiful inspiring family and i always like to believe a disability should never hold you back from doing/being what you wish to do/be xxx

[@AtarahTV]

any being is worthy of being a parent when they are willing to give such love... this family is beautiful and wish them all the best

[@crystalmorris215]

Brilliantly said

[@meganbetteridge3547]

Exactly disability or not it shouldn’t define what u can or can’t have in life

[@khonkhosilelihle7414]

Indeed yes.

[@livingwithadisablity125]

CONGRATULATIONS! I remember when I had my first child. I have been disabled 43 years and now all 3 of my children are grown. Stay encouraged.

[@jaykay030]

I thought the son sat in a tiny wheelchair too when I saw the thumbnail lmao

[@SpongeB00b_is_a_savage]

i thought so too!!

[@maxbromet4365]

Jay Kay OMG ME TOO

[@bananaM0nkeyy]

Omg same, lol

[@musiana4041]

Me too

[@daredeval5300]

Being disabled will not stop you guys from being great caring amazing parents Good Luck

[@courtneyraiyn-eshaiyn7815]

I think it's wonderful they were able to have a baby, but if I personally were in this situation, I couldn't bare someone else being able to hold and carry my child but I wasn't able to. It takes a strong spirit to be able to do this.

[@thequeenofhope4006]

Courtney Shaine a very strong spirit you are so right. I also parent with a disability and I think people with disabilities are strong spirited because we have to be. Beautifully said thank you

[@driskey82]

They don’t have that option so… 🙄

[@vivicaophelia]

Having a disability does not mean you can't take care of a child. I have seen PLENTY of able people neglect and abuse their children. They're taking great care of him. Rowan looks happy and healthy. And freaking adorable!

[@EvolvedJewel]

Fnugilet they are NOT caring for the child. And they’ll be lucky to see him graduate junior high.

[@vivicaophelia]

Just because they can't physically do a lot of things with him, doesn't mean they aren't taking care of him. Care isn't just physical. Care is also loving, praising and supporting him, which they are doing. Rowan knows who is parents are and that they love him. *That is care*

[@vivicaophelia]

They aren't ashamed of having help. They're saying having disabilities won't stop them from being great parents. And they are being great parents! Yes, they need help but there's nothing wrong with that.

[@vivicaophelia]

I mean they got a carer, that is care on their part. They aren't saying they can do it all on their own

[@bobbywilliams9953]

Vivica ophelia TOTALY AGREE WITH YOU 💯 some people with there coments are not kind .and soon when he grows up he will be big enough to give his parents HUGS and dress him self ect there son want always be a baby he will grow up and be able to do things for himself bless them 💕

[@momof2momof2]

The care giver has a lot to do. It must be very difficult, taking care of two adults needs, and a toddler, and cooking, cleaning and everything else. Kudos to everyone for working well together.

[@charlottehardwick4261]

Thank you so much Faye and Steve. You are awesome parents. My husband and I both have MD. We have been told by many that children are not an option for us but this gives me hope.

[@ConnyNordlicht]

I worked in Social station, later on as the leader. 3've seen so many disabled people and the so called "normal" ones and parents. All people need a little bit help, one here, one there! And I've seen that to be good parents has nothing to do with the ability of the body but withelove and caring!!! You do everything you can and and there's no leak of love seen!!! Nothing left! 9o you and all parents with handicaps who sse where they need help getting their children well growup and keeping that help are wonderful parents, often better and more engaged than others!!! AND: YOU ARE GREAT! God bless you! I love you!

[@ConnyNordlicht]

I've been a nurse and more than 20 years I was a leader in my social station and I've seen so many parents who's been beeter and more engaged than others without the need of help! I'd be glad to here if your wish will come true! I pray for you! Be blessed by the Lord!

[@maxmax-vi2mw]

I hope this does not give you hope...really

[@massagesfrombeyond8498]

@@maxmax-vi2mwsomeone is miserable did you not get enough love as a child

[@annaelrick7930]

Cant imagine not being able to pick up my child and hug him when he's hurt himself. That must be very hard. But it makes me feel even more sorry for the boy because he probably wants that too :( They are so loving this is beautiful x

[@muls9571]

He's a kid, he's not really aware. As long as his parents care about him that's the main thing and he will be a more empathetic person because of it.

[@cathianmoss]

I’m sad thinking about things they will miss out on in parenthood but the fact they’re doing so much for him is so sweet and strong, I feel like it’s a unique experience and they’ll gain as much emotionally as they lose physically

[@crystalmorris215]

What a beautiful family. Being a parent is the greatest gift and joy that we humans get to experience. These guys are more than worthy of the right to parent. Good on them, I wish them all the love and luck in the world!❤

[@CrystalMyLife]

Such a happy people it comes off through the screen. Baby boy has his daddy's smile

[@lifewithduchenne3030]

YOUR STORY IS AMAZING FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES. The diagnosis of DMD for my son made it hard for me to see his future, but instead he is showing me he is not limited. Your story gives us hope💚

[@kettanistar]

So it's really the caregiver taking care of the child-not the parents-like having a nanny.

[@terrimyrick1530]

I personally wouldn't want to have a child if I couldn't care for it. The care giver does everything. The child will bond to the care giver. What happens if she quits? What will the child think?

[@Mila808g]

I'm sorry but you can't convince me that it's responsible or safe for two people who *both* have severe impairments and cannot work, drive, or own a home (admitted by the mom) to have a child or multiple children. What happens when the kid is playing, falls and cracks it's head and neither parent can pick the kid up and QUICKLY drive to the hospital to get urgent care for the injured tot?? Depending on severity of disability what if neither parent has the mobility to operate the phone to call for help much less pick up and assist the extremely injured child?

[@jennamartin-payne1653]

This is a really inspiring film, thank you. I have become disabled since having children and I beat myself up daily about my physical inability. Watching you two makes me see I am judging myself very differently to how I view someone else in a similar situation. You are clearly doing a great job. Your son looks very happy x

[@datumzinememories]

I say keep being good parents don't worry about the rest. At least your child is growing up being well loved and very wanted in the lives he is in.

[@janetatum8966]

I hope she can get access to Spinraza that has been helping Shane of KZbin channel Squirmy and Grubs. Idk if it's applicable to other forms.

[@nicole42999]

I know they said it wasn't available in Canada so idk if it'll be available in the UK.

[@hannahrobin7449]

The NHS doesn't give it out for people with type 2 SMA

[@bxbrexo]

Hannah Robin I have SMA type 3 and I am receiving Spinraza, they are now offering it for adults with all types.

[@moody6948]

They are amazing people AND amazing parents!

[@solorraine3392]

Well done Faye and Steve.... lovely to see others in the same situation living a ‘normal’ family life as we so should 👌🏼 XX

[@solorraine3392]

Gi Gi agreed .... I would rather be Unique than ‘normal’ 😊 x

[@marialee627]

What a beautiful family good on you for following your dream of being parents he is surrounded with love and that is what makes you good parents not producing a child but loving that child

[@ConnyNordlicht]

I'm a bit disabled and I couldn't go to the ground when I was a young mother with 36, after 3 doctors told me I never could get pregnant. I worked as aenurse and gave all my love to the one who needed help the time I was with him or her. When my son lerned to walk and run I had a line,too, for him so he couldn't run awty and if he fell I coulnd help him to stand up - yes, with help of this line. Some people - including my sttepsister Sonja - loughed and said silly things but I got him grown up without too much dangerousness and he's 18 now and he lives here with me and he's happy and a wonderful joung man who loves me and knows I allways do anything for him as I allways did before! I thank God for that Idea and for all! You'll make it! You're great! I pray for you!

[@eheh7046]

5:06 a please and thank you will go a long way sis

[@aliciabrandt7889]

Right?

[@McChrister]

Eh Eh Agreed! 😒

[@kerrynphillips9153]

So glad I wasn’t the only one to think this. It sounded like a demand, didn’t it??? “Give him some more pasta!”

[@leighannferguson8343]

@@kerrynphillips9153 I agree. She could have been alot kinder. Sheesh.

[@kaptainfour7365]

Yep. I was aghast. So unmannerly she is.

[@ginacarr1067]

What a beautiful family! Love is love, and it is what we all desire! I was blessed to be a mama last year, my disabilities were in the forefront of my mind, but my daughter sees me as mama and she has saved me in so many ways! I am living a blessed life!

[@smiley78410]

Very inspirational couple. I so want a boyfriend/husband like Stevie. I am also in wheelchair. I babysit for a friends baby a lot. Kids don’t care if someone they love in a wheelchair.

[@misscindy1596]

How do you babysit what happens when you have to pick up change diaper run after real quick ( im curious please dont think im being rude)

[@smiley78410]

Miss Cindy. I was thankful I didn’t need the help like this couple. I would change them on the bed when I transfer. When putting them to sleep if I was at home I would transfer onto the bed rock them. If I was out he feel a sleep on me, while I driving the chair. Playing with them I would chance them around the chair, find something I can enjoy with them. Or lay on the bed and watch something with them. They never asked questions, they always enjoy coming to the house

[@misscindy1596]

@@smiley78410 thats wonderful, thank you

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

I didn't realize my classmates grandparents had dwarfism until I was about 10 and even then I still just liked them and remembered them for being the grandparents who would always bring amazing cakes and stuff like this to parties at school. Never thought there was anything wrong or different about them and just noticed how much easier it was to talk to them because they were about our height and I didn't have to look up that much. I still greet them whenever I see them or her mother who was actually adopted by this couple which I also learned much later.

[@Suzetteofthewest]

MY SON WAS DISABLED WITH MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY CMT. He was ADAMANT about NOT having a child of his blood but adopting. Because life was so hard for him. Now just like these people his child most likely would not have the disease but his grandchildren would get it. But he didn't get that far to have to decide. He died at the age of 23 from a pain medication overdose. fentanyl.

[@angeldeshotel6993]

This reminds me that anything is possible and fills me with hope. I was diagnosed with Posterior Foster Syndrome two years ago and am in a wheelchair. Especially then and even now, I would just try to imagine how my life would be in the future. Like, having a family and exactly how that would work out. But I feel better about that now and more hopeful.

[@Amy.Malone]

Amare I hope you get all the assistance you need. I hold you in my heart on this New Year’s Eve and pray 2022 is filled with blessings for you and your family. Xoxo

[@kylieroth2326]

This makes me feel much better about whenever I decide to become a parent.

[@ZomberStomper]

Personally, I would not have children. I suffer from schizophrenia, and having a child could give them the same mental illness as me and I wouldn't want that. I don't think it's wrong of them to have a child, but if I were them I would choose not to.

[@almablue1834]

I like elephants, I have schizophrenia too but I will adopt. I agree with you about that the child can have it too.. but it still doesnt mean I will be a bad parent!

[@aliciabrandt7889]

I agree! I am disabled as well and would never take the chance of dooming my kids to have to suffer what I have. My mom has mentioned that she wishes I would have had kids and I tell her that some genes simply do not need to be passed down...

[@christopherpettaway5453]

Same , I'm autistic and autism and ADHD run in the family

[@thequeenofhope4006]

There’s a huge difference between a mental illness and a physical disability two very different things. But I certainly understand you guys points

[@Saturn890]

I’m afraid to have a child because both my husband and I have mental illness. It seems to run in my family, so I would feel so sad for my child to go through what I go through. But I really do want to be a mom to a child of my own.

[@rachelkmeck]

I think its things like if they were the only ones there they couldn't help him from choking or if he ran into traffic they couldnt run after him. Not that they shouldn't be able to reproduce but if the care person was gone or heaven forbid hurt or had an accident who would call 911 or make the tea or anything really. Their caretaker has to assist them and do everything for the child. So without that key piece it wouldnt be successful. Nothing negative about that no bad vibes its just a fact. Just a diffrent experience.

[@elviracarrales2580]

But they aren't the only ones there they have somebody with them all the time. and the caretaker does not do everything for the child the parents help as much as they possibly can maybe not with everything but they absolutely do try their hardest.

[@EvolvedJewel]

Elvira Carrales shut up, you clearly have no idea since you yourself haven’t had a child with working legs. The “parents” or sperm and egg sit on their asses, that’s all they do. They can’t even wipe their own assses.

[@elviracarrales2580]

@@EvolvedJewel your one to talk considering I have SMA as well. I have baby sat many kids ranging of all ages and I've always been great taking care of them and make sure they never get harmed or even close to getting harmed. And yes we do sit on a throne all day but that doesn't mean we can't move our arms and do other things. I've always been able to take care of children just by my arms. I don't need working legs to be a great baby sitter. And yes we do have to have our asses wiped but oddly enough people have told me that's like being treated like royalty. Personally I don't think it is but to all their own I suppose.

[@laraazevedo7437]

Beautiful family ^^ I just feel a little bad for the carer though... Now she had to become a babysitter apart from being a carer! But it is very good that they can have her around, otherwise I can't imagine how they would look after their child.

[@marietudgay7992]

She is PAID to do this? It's her job!

[@karengarson5715]

@@marietudgay7992 I feel bad for the child too. Who is going to throw the ball around with him.... Dad or mom can't and that's who kids want to play with.

[@marietudgay7992]

@@karengarson5715 his mum and dad DO actually play football with him! They are POWERCHAIR FOOTBALLERS and spend time out in the garden playing football with him!

[@EvolvedJewel]

Marie Tudgay paid by WHO???

[@lazylohan5355]

I get what you're saying but I think she would have quit by now if she didn't like it. They may be like a family to her. 🤷🏿‍♀️

[@MwenRenmenAyiti]

The moms voice is so adorable in the beginning when she said "thats nasty" 😍😍

[@noname4766]

I am just happy the baby didn't show any sign of disability so far, I hope he'll grow up healthy

[@mythicaltarot]

They took a risk though..and the mom said that he does carry the gene..meaning he could pass that a long to his child one day

[@noname4766]

@@mythicaltarot they said they have to test him but he probably has it unfortunately i am just glad he's healthy though and i hope it stays that way so his life would be less difficult

[@zoofan9280]

Michelle Ma Belle Does it matter unless of course you hate disabled people or something

[@blackdragonsaber7956]

Dino Fan bit of a logical jump maybe? no one here hates disabled people, it’s a fact that genes that cause certain disabilities carry over to the child causing them to be carriers or to have the disability themselves. so yes, there was a risk of disability, but so far, their child is not disabled. many parents who are disabled do have children that are not, depending on how dominant the carrier genes are and what the genetic lottery gives the child.

[@laraazevedo7437]

@@zoofan9280 Does it matter if you have got a disease that limits you? Of course it does! I wouldn't wish that on anybody, let alone my own child. But clearly that doesn't make these people any less worthy, just unfortunate.

[@aliciabrandt7889]

I think that the title to this show is misleading. A parents job is to provide for the physical, emotional and mental needs of a child. Having to rely on a carer to perform these basic duties is not, in my opinion, great parenting. What if there is an emergency such as a fire during the time that the carers aren't present? What if the child seriously harms himself because his parents can't protect him? I'm not trying to be mean, but these are legitimate concerns. Don't get me wrong...I too am disabled. But I chose not to have kids because I knew that I wouldnt be able to meet all of their needs.

[@irenedontoh3539]

Disability is not inability. Kudos to them both. Bless 'em both. Amazing parents.

[@ameline0110]

These 2 lovers give me hope with my condition :cerebral palsy 😊Thanks

[@Piecesofche]

Well you're not alone because I have it too

[@g.o2934]

So inspirational and representing a community of parents who are in a similar situation to them they are so positive and nobody should be ridiculed because they have a condition or something that holds them back such a lovely family 😊❤️♾

[@xxx.beautyo6423]

I have sma type 2 as well. But I do have I would say way more movement from learning to do everything by myself as no one else would.. which I’m grateful for! And I just found out I’m pregnant as well, my so is healthy as can be which I’m so happy for, for my child. But seeing these two just makes me so happy and I know I can do this💗

[@nickinurse6433]

So the state is not only paying for total care for the mom & dad....but they are basically paying for a carer to raise the child? To give every bath, to dress him & change his diapers? Keep watch on him for safety. How is that ok? It seems to me that a grandma or aunt or a family member should have to agree to do that before they are allowed to keep the child. I think universal health care is great....but the child is not disabled. I just don't understand how it is not their families responsibility to care for the child.Im sorry if this sounds cold but what a dangerous precedent it sets! Do they get to have 8 kids that nurses have to raise? Do parents with less severe disabilities get state paid people to raise their kids? What is the nurses liability when she is trying to bath & dress the parents if the child gets into danger?

[@mscameron22]

But they have people helping them to raise their kid, feed their kid... pretty much everything. Is this not selfish of them?

[@EvolvedJewel]

Completely selfish.

[@elviracarrales2580]

Yes they have people helping them just like a nanny but they aren't doing nothing for him there helping him as much as they possibly can so no it isn't selfish at all

[@mythicaltarot]

Passing the gene to their son .though healthy..has now prevented their son from having his own children one day. .That's selfish. Thinking of today.. and not for tomorrow. What if their income changes and they aren't able to rely on outside support. Who will then be taking care of them.

[@elviracarrales2580]

@@mythicaltarot that's the thing though only if his partner has the same gene as him then they will have a baby with the disease. However there is now a cure for SMA so it won't affect the child's life at all when given the cure. And as far as income goes we are almost always taken care of if not by friends then family.

[@veronicaue180]

Getting children is always pure selfishness, disability or not.

[@theboutique1]

Hate that disabled people are seen as incapable

[@missdaisy5736]

You are lovely parents and your Son obviously loves his Mum and Dad. Your family has great purpose and public can learn justice from observing you all. Rock on!

[@caseythompson474]

Oh the “leash” lol! I got some nasty comments and stares when I used one with my son who is autistic and when he was little and prone to running off when out of the house. I tell the people I’d take their stares if it meant he wouldn’t run off and get hurt. Then when I got sick I heard all kinds of crap how I can’t parent. My kids are doing great! Kudos to y’all!

[@Strangernightg]

I'm super happy for you Faye & Steve , may you enjoy seeing your baby grow up. You guy's are gonna seeing the baby grow up !! I 😍 you from NYC the Bronx , love Mike.

[@PracticalIslam]

So beautiful :) Hope you guys live a long and happy life together :D

[@harrypotterfantime9995]

The care person is just amazing what she does and so are they

[@mariomartz1116]

Hey Faye and Steve, just wanted to congratulate you for your beautiful family and beautiful kid, also just wanted to share that ive been going through difficult days, and this video made me remember of my mother, who had a weird MS condition and was on a wheelchair even before she had me, and i just realize that my mother was not able to be like or do stuff like the other "normal" moms, but my mom was my hero and gave everything for me to be the person iam to day, thank you so much, this video just made me realize of how lucky i am, your son is so so lucky

[@sandrarademacher9681]

I wish this cude Family all the best !! Sandra from Germany

[@reneeracine2240]

I'm glad your son is happy and normal. I am disabled myself with developmental delay and learning disabilities but I had to give up my son for adoption. I felt bad and I think I finally stopped crying. My family was torn apart from the whole thing though. I also worry that my son might have disabilities through me. Are you worried of the same thing?

[@becca8661]

They can be as good of parents as someone that's not in the wheelchair ❤️

[@brittneewinfrey9559]

He is so cute. I love that you two are so brave and determined. He is totally happy and you both deserve to raise a child. I'm so glad you two took the chance to do this. He has two parents that will be there and that is very important. I know it has to be hard to not pick him up, but being there and making sure he is fine is so important. People give their children off to sitters and nannies. You two are there. Don't listen to bad stuff.

[@lazylohan5355]

Some of y'all are not giving Faye and Steve enough credit. They have SOME type of functionality within themselves. I think more than anything and at every possible opportunity they are raising/interacting with their son. The care taker isn't their 24/7 she has a WORK schedule. I'm sure they love that child more than anything and want the baby to have as "normal" of a life as possible. Faye said for crying out loud that it hurts her not being able to hold her son tight. I'm confident they try.

[@iramariemagdaraog6862]

Great parents i ever see💖😍😘 Blessed your family🙏🙏🙏

[@larryfields3427]

The pride and of this family is amazing

[@rejoice_thealpahxxx1731]

Is it just me watching and thinking it emotional a lot

[@emmabellasmama]

This proves that disabilities don't stop you in life, you can still be happy, you shouldn't let your disabilities stop you, you should own up to them.

[@paulasmyth3912]

Your little boy is so lucky to have you as parents, you have so much love to give and it so shows.you have made it work for you family 👪 which is alot more than alot of children get. Bless you all and keep doing what you are doing, as your little boy is so happy. 😊 😃

[@jessbarton4014]

You give every one hope that people with disabilities can have a family for someone like you how could still be a good mum on day thank you for share your story

[@motherhoney3863]

Love❤such a cute baby boy!!! Go guys!! Alot of respect for them good parents regardless of the situation

[@stephaniecamplin9212]

I think you both are lovely parents! And want the best for him. Despite your disabilities,love conquers all. And it gives me hope for my daughter,who is special needs that maybe one day,she'll have a family!

[@rochellekeels7755]

Incredible strength they have .God Bless you all.

[@qammararshad6891]

God bless the family .. Amen

[@sarahlewis7829]

My only concern is when he is a teenager, are they gonna expect him to be their carer, thus denying him the right to be a normal teenager, going out etc.

[@EvolvedJewel]

They will be dead by then research shows.

[@ilbethedreamer]

I don’t think they would expect that from him

[@elviracarrales2580]

Unless he wants to no people don't just have kids to help them take care of them when they're older that's why they have caretakers to help them when they get older and besides he would not have to help them at all unless he wanted to which I'm sure he wouldn't mind considering that they are his parents and he understands their condition.

[@elviracarrales2580]

@@EvolvedJewel I don't know what research you are looking at but you are giving people false information. us disabled people are living well into our 50s 60s and even 70s

[@Mojofoe]

Considering they currently have carers I’m not sure why you would assume that. Ignorant comment you made.

[@justincausey8287]

Me and my beautiful better is pregnant she has cerebral palsy in a wheelchair seeing y’all doing y’all Journey makes me feel better about us doing ours with our baby boy with his mommy in a wheelchair

[@asavannah7439]

Rowan looks so adorable in his little knitted grey sweater ❤️

[@ryank9952]

Who is paying for all of this? They talk about how people perceive them as people who cant work, but all I see is them hiring people to do things for them... ????

[@jamie-leighgibson2338]

They will probably receive some type of benefits

[@EB-gc1uk]

It's not really as simple as benefits or work. Many disabled people do work and have a carer. Carers in the UK are funded (in part) by the government, there is a lot of mumbo jumbos related to it. You need to think of it more from access to work perspective, by getting the help they need whether that's a carer or the right equipment at work they can feed into the economy in a way that 50years ago they wouldn't be able to and their care would have taken work time away from their family members who would be expected to take care of them which also negatively affects the economy. Even if they don't work it still economically makes more sense, if we are just looking at it from a money perspective, to pay for a carer to allow them to stay in their own home rather than assisted living. But from the quality of their house, I would say they work. If you want to know more about how money and disability in the UK works then Jessica Kellgren fozard has good videos on it.

[@EvolvedJewel]

The government is, meaning people of their country who have no choice in their decisions have to suffer, in addition to the child, because they are selfish.

[@EvolvedJewel]

She doesn’t say how she or him work, and really how could they? They are 24 hour round the clock dependent on government carer benefits for their child and themselves.

[@4cassilyfe]

Even if they didn't have a child they would still need help. And the government is paying for their living. My taxes can help because I wouldn't want me to either be homeless or helpless because I was born with a disability. Disabled people need our help. Yes it cost but to me this is humanity helping our brothers and sisters. But I also do not like some who are taking advantage of the government and the government doesn't do anything about it. I know in America if they lie about their money status to the government and gets benefits they will go to jail.

[@sorryidontspeakbroke6712]

Omg they’re baby 👶🏼 is tooooo cute Bless him always Diosito lindo 💗💗💗

[@OFFICIALNADESHMENGWI]

What a blessed family 🙏

[@벌집-n9l]

Wow this is the earliest I've been for watching new videos!!😀

[@eduardopadilla5505]

A very beautiful family!

[@mintibeatsmemes3354]

True. It won't stop you, but it will limit you tho

[@ecologist_to_be]

No just find alternatives. Only thing that limits is society

[@mintibeatsmemes3354]

@@ecologist_to_be having to look for alternatives is a result of being limited

[@EvolvedJewel]

MintiBeats Memes ikr

[@zoofan9280]

Sarah Smith But it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t look for alternatives

[@joeyjanevlogs7179]

Obviously it doesn’t limit them, they are great parents

[@danniieem2840]

Good on them .The child looks happy and well looked after

[@WickedmanNaldo]

God has blessed them with a healthy son✌️💯

[@Alma_Mia96]

Such a beautiful sweet family

[@Mila808g]

I'm sure both the parents of that baby *and* the caregivers of both the parents feel like they're parenting/ raising that kid. Been in kind of a similar situation (taking mostly full care of someone else's children because they were unable and not getting credit for it lol) and it gets awkward honestly

[@camilades587]

Such an inspirational story, I adore your little family!!

[@dcseam_]

Doesn’t matter if ur born different or look different god put us here for a reason , to tell you to love ur flaws and show it off cause you guys are beautiful the way u are , hope you guys stay strong such wonderful parents 🥺💙🙏!! , don’t let any tell u different

[@1teamski]

I dunno. If you could pass on your disability to your kid and then cannot deal with raising that child that could ultimately cause the kid to be removed from the house makes me question this.

[@KellyK387]

I have lupus a kidney disorder and depression and the social worker at my local clinic called cps and said I was “abusing my kids by having them knowing I’m disabled and sick “

[@Alma_Mia96]

God bless this family ❤❤❤❤

[@bogdanlungu9203]

This gives me hope in my situation, I have cerebral palsy!

[@annettefennell3559]

This story gives me hope to have a child this story brings tears to my eyes god is truly amazing

[@EvolvedJewel]

Oh no, another disabled child to potentially pay for and have others care for.

[@InvokeArtSense]

This is amazing. Everyone has the capability to raise a child, if they want it. Disability shouldn't stop you from being parents.

[@EvolvedJewel]

You pay for it then, are you volunteering?

[@InvokeArtSense]

@@EvolvedJewel Wow. It's my opinion and I didn't ask for yours. Now, good day.

[@Joshiuma]

What a heart warming story ..what a beautiful family 😍

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

This reminds me of my old school friends mother who was adopted by two wonderful people with dwarfism. We loved her grandparents and never really thought about them as unusual. They baked some great stuff for school festivals and similar stuff so of course we kids liked them.

[@arrowverselover100]

You know, he's happy and well cared for. Isn't that all that matters?

[@shadowghostgirl4601]

Such a lovely family. Wishing them the best

[@EsmeeK90]

Yeah! You are unstoppable. An inspiriation for many of us. Thanks for sharing, with love from the Netherlands

[@simplyika7823]

Awww this is the most beautiful video I've seen today.

[@bxbrexo]

I have SMA as well, and have always thought I probably will not get married or have a child. But this really warmed my heart and gave me hope :))

[@alooshypie]

well, you're a beautiful young white girl, it doesn't matter what you have, the world is open and tailored made just for you! don't waste your female/white privilege, use it to your advantage to live a better life, you have a disability, you have to do it

[@begumjowaheer4726]

Very well said and congrats for being good parents

[@i_k_d3815]

ahh beautiful. no im not crying.

[@dianethompson2458]

You are both awesome parents. Don't listen to the negative comments. These people are bitter and twisted. Their opinion is of no value to anyone. You are showing people what good parenting looks like. Be proud of yourselves and of your lovely little boy.

[@jessicaboisvert3138]

What an amazing family great job to the both of you for raising a handsome little boy and kudos for the both of you and not letting your disability stop you from doing anything. ❤❤❤

[@ryanmcstravick97]

Beautiful family have a nice Easter and a great life!!!😉😀🐣☘🇮🇪🕊

[@CALI-ll7iv]

Beautiful family 👪

[@leewhy6238]

Rowan is a Libran, he will always take care of his parents 💙

[@KiraHunter2310]

what is a Libran?? Kids shouldnt have to do that though!