Q&A Shame Over Nursery, Blended Family Tips and Darcy's 'Paradise' | LOUISE PENTLAND

[@eveenorth6125]

I’ve been watching you since you were pregnant with Darcey and I’m only 22 so was very young. I don’t watch anyone religiously on KZbin anymore, busy busy life! But whenever I’m feeling a bit down or anything I know I can put your videos on and feel better, have a laugh but while be real about positivity, it’s not all amazing but we take what comes so Thankyou for that ❤️❤️❤️

[@sophierobinson6041]

I'm only a few seconds in but I need to tell Louise her hair is aamazinggggggg she looks so glamorous ❤️

[@lottie2626]

christmas q: are you getting your house professionally decorated again this year? it always looks SO good

[@darcyholland1671]

I got really emotional watching you talk about “play your cards all night, you’ll come out about even.” I’m going through probably the hardest time in my life so far at the moment, and hearing you talk about how happy and full your life is now and has been since, makes me feel hopeful. Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@okayheykae]

I'm sorry things are hard now and I hope they get better and the world gets kinder to you very soon!

[@jillhaywood859]

Absolutely, one thing my life has taught me is that things never stage the same and better times always come. Sending strength to get through the tough time and hope your better days are round the corner. x

[@linastrindlund2830]

Well you have a beutiful name anyways. ;) Bless you. :)

[@louisacoote2337]

I think it was a good idea to have Liam come to the house for a short while, meeting Darcy on “her” territory, so to speak. Somewhere neutral ( a café, but not a favourite one, for example) would have worked too. I am all for getting children in nurseries, even if it is only for a morning/afternoon to give parents time to go food shopping/clean/have some time for themselves. It is also good for children to socialise with their peers/get used to other adults… I am super feminine, love dressing up, glittery, sparkly jewellery, makeup… but I bond more easily with boys, working in childcare ( after-school club, nannying, school assistant). If I ever become a mum ( nearly 40, chronically single, so not likely) I would much rather have boys!

[@fatimahdz2333]

Louise !!! I'm only 22 but I've watched your videos for a while now, and they're always so comforting. I was having the absolute worst week and even worse day, but watching you talk about family and hope and trauma and knowing that you've overcome it... I'm feeling better and I just feel so grateful towards you, I wish I could meet you and tell you how much you've helped over the years and how much I care for you and your family's wellbeing. Sending all my love

[@katrinadollman7058]

Bring on part 2 ... Also YAY Christmas content.. Have a great week.

[@klowne26]

Wow, not me here sobbing over your dad's advice and your story around it. What a hopeful thing to say to you in that situation. Loved the Q and A, and would always love a part 2!

[@a.z9195]

i love how louise talks to us like we are her long time friends

[@charlottefarnsworth571]

What is one tradition that you had as a family when you were younger that you’ve carried into your own family? I love hearing peoples own takes on christmas

[@lynnemaree8346]

That's great advice, my last 57 years have been extremely difficult. It's comforting to think that now the bright side to life has begun. Thank you ❤❤❤❤

[@sharonhughes1538]

💕💕💕💕💕

[@madeleinep7103]

It's always a real pleasure to hear you answer questions. I just love your perspective and genuine responses. Very sweet to hear you talk about Liam.

[@alegrayson4702]

there’s a 6 year age gap between me and my younger brother and i love it a lot actually we’ve always gotten along so much better and like enjoyed each other’s company way more than any of my friends and their siblings who are close in age because of the gap i think since we never fought over games or toys or friends or anything we both just did our own thing and especially now that we’re older we just have a great relationship

[@fizzybizzy3790]

Louise, thank you for sharing your dad's advice. I teared up hearing it. I've relentlessly had such awful things happen to me since childhood and well into adulthood, but you've given me some hope that hopefully i've got all the horrible things out of the way and God willing brighter and happier days are ahead. So grateful to you :)

[@Catmum1998]

I love hearing about people’s long standing family Christmas traditions! The more oddly specific/obscure the better! 🎄☃️

[@sarahlee3173]

BIG YES for more family Q&A! Do you guys do a gift exchange for everybody or draw a person to find a gift for?

[@ktawesomeness1459]

What is your favourite British Christmas tradition? I’m interested as someone watching from across the other side of the world:)

[@nomdeplume2213]

Oooo yes!

[@marysiaszlenkier9065]

I really appreciate you taking the time to explain how you'd like to be approached in public. I feel like many people (but ofc not all!!) think influencers are used to people coming up to them and comfortable coming up to them, and that that is just part of their job description, whereas of course you are all human with your own boundaries and comfort zones, and that will be heightened when you are out with Liam and the girls. Also, perhaps bizarre, but I find that sort of guidance really comforting as I'm autistic and I thrive off of rules and very often get social interactions wrong because I've misinterpreted certain "social norms" or "rules". You taking the time to explain this helps people like me have a script of how to approach you/other influencers to make it as comfortable and positive an experience for all parties involved. I just wanted to write this to express my genuine gratitude!! Thank you!! Xxxx

[@izziek3382]

I always got told "don't be afraid to say no" which I find really hard. I'm the person that says yes to everything cos I like helping people and making them happy then I panic cos I have too much on my plate and I can't juggle everything and I get overwhelmed. I now try and take the advice of learning when to say no, but it's a learning process, and something I'm still getting the hang of... basically, I'm learning to say no to people, to say yes to myself 💛 {also, a lovely homey video for a rainy Sunday is just what I needed; happy Sunday everyone 😊}

[@hollyparkes5441]

Would love a part 2, just nice to feel like you're sitting chatting with a friend!! 💖

[@siancross8675]

Oh my God! I can’t believe you answered my questions! 🤗 Thank you so much Louise! I really appreciate it. ❤️ (p.s. I actually felt myself get nervous when you were reading mine out - I’m so not used to it! 😂 ) Christmas question/s: What is your favourite part of Christmas? Favourite Christmas film? What is your Christmas morning routine/tradition? i.e. My family tradition when I was growing up was to all make sure we went downstairs together to see if “he’d been” as we called it and I vividly remember how overwhelmingly exciting and magical it was making our way downstairs in the darkness to see if we could see the glint of the Christmas presents piled up in the living room! 😁 All the best! x

[@kiracox9041]

I don’t have a family but I had to watch this as a longtime sprinklirino, and I loved the honesty and openness in it! Have a wonderful week ahead and a great start to November 💖☺️

[@bmtjsvoll175]

Loved this video! And loved your honesty regarding the gender of babies. I have a 3 year old daughter and we recently decided to try for a second one (took me 3 years to feel ready after a traumatic labor). I did get pregnant two months ago and unfortunately miscarried. And although all I want is a healthy baby, I also have a wish for a girl as I grew up with only sisters. I’ll of course be happy either way, but it’s nice to hear someone else being open about it. Thank you ❤️

[@lauratheexplorer5676]

Can‘t wait for the Christmas content! 🎄 Do you have a Christmas playlist on Spotify (or somewhere else) that you could share? What are your top favourite Christmas songs?

[@issykite]

Been having a bit of a crappy time the past of couple of years and I really appreciated that advice, I like to think it means a big load of positive is coming soon :) also yes more q and a please I love these videos! Just feels so chatty and casual which is so nice

[@ellylee36]

I love “if you play your cards you come out about even” - I’ve often thought/hoped that I’ve had my lions share of rubbish already too, but I’ve never heard it put so succinctly! Thank you☺️

[@Louisepentland]

"If you play your cards all night, you come out about even" xxxx

[@bettywurm306]

Great questions and great responses. I’ve watched your videos for many years, before the birth of Darcy. You’ve always been open and honest and I’m so happy with your happiness in life.

[@alishabrown5735]

Lovely way to start a Sunday morning, watching your video all cosy in bed with a coffee, especially on a rainy day! Can’t wait for the Christmas content!

[@teepotx]

If you play your cards all night you come out about even. Wow Louise. You brought a tear to my eye with your discussion about that quote. You are so articulate with how you explained that. Love you and your videos 😊❤️

[@narwalluvr]

Louise I just wanted to say that your hair looks PHENOMENAL! Something about this blonde is so exactly perfect.

[@fluffymex0621]

Hello! I miss watching you! So glad to come back and see your videos! I hope you’re doing great 💕

[@katietodd2216]

Enjoyed hearing you talk about introducing Liam to Darcy. I think you went about it 100% the right way and wish I had had that same experience as a child. Love how you prioritised respecting her and letting her come to him and giving you both time without him. My experience was very forced and my Mum was often forced to choose between us or him. You’re doing great.

[@emilyw5750]

Thank you for sharing the wisdom of play your cards right and you come out even.. I'm going to bare tjat in mind when I'm having a tough day.. and definitely needed to hear that today as I've been suffering with the effects of covid and as a clinically vunrable person. I've been stressing myself out about it... I've been watching a lot of your videos over the past few days and have found them comforting whilst not feeling very well

[@LaraJoannaJarvis]

Loved watching this while getting ready this morning. It always makes me feel so emotional when you talk about Liam, he’s just such a good egg and you guys are so good together 🥰🥰🥰

[@layoverbear]

There's a four year gap between me and my brother, and the older we get the closer we become! It really becomes insignificant as you grow old xx

[@Sab.86]

So happy to hear your voice again! Love the organisation skill. Well done lovely 🥰 hope you are all well ❤️👑

[@brigbardot32]

this was SUCH a good Q&A I loved all these questions and answers x

[@ktawesomeness1459]

Very excited for the Christmas videos!!! Just what I need after another challenging/strange year.

[@OMGitsaClaire]

As someone who is the child of a teacher and has worked over the years as a babysitter (doing overnights) and in schools, I don’t think anyone should ever feel bad about sending their child to quality daycare or preschool. Getting to spend time with other children their own age doing stimulating activities promotes social and language skills as well as motor and cognitive skills. In my experience, kids who go to preschool speak more clearly at a younger age, are better able to communicate their needs, and interact with other children better. Plus, statistically they do better when they start school as well. And in the UK you have a really nice well-regulated and high quality nursery care system. I don’t know why every parent wouldn’t take advantage of that.

[@behindthegateatnumber8926]

Watching in 2023 loving catching up on all your vids xx

[@ronibt]

I just love your candid but respectful answers! I hope you have a lovely holiday with your family at Center Parcs

[@lainakate]

Loved this! Been having a rough time lately & I’ve actually been going back & watching those center parcs vlogs a lot, they’re so lovely & just give me so much serotonin haha xx hope you’re having a lovely weekend 💖

[@mybookboundlife29]

I’m so excited for Christmas content. I would really love to know how you budget for Christmas. I’m finding it hard as my kids get older to keep things in a reasonable budget. My kids are 14 and 10 and are into computer gaming so everything they want is so expensive. I worry that they will feel like they don’t get enough xxx

[@kerryharding5587]

Lovely chatty visit Louise 💕 You handled the “how best to say hello to you” question so well. 💕 Have a great week- yes! Christmas is coming. 🕊🧡

[@minabumbina]

Love you Louise! What are your favorite Christmas traditions and what are some fun ways to get in the Christmas spirit? I'd also love to see a christmas gift guide! Any gift recommendations would be so helpful as I am completely stumped this year!

[@lainakate]

Oooh also I loveeee hearing about others Christmas Day routines because it’s lovely to think of everyone doing the same kinda thing but in their own special way! So my Christmas question is just what is a typical day for you and your family like on Christmas Day? & is there any special traditions you’ve kept from childhood ? ❤️🎄

[@janetchang8453]

Yes, more please. Christmas Q: what is you favorite type of advent calendar? Which one do you have this year? Which one is worth getting?

[@meeganerose98]

Would love a part two, you are such a beautiful, kind, open minded, supportive powerhouse of a women! Could listen to you for hours on end!

[@racheleleanor1992]

I wasn't expecting to cry at a Q&A video but your answer to the last question about your dad's advice had me weepy! You deserve all the good things Louise. Christmas question: what are your Christmas traditions (if any), and have you made any new ones in recent years with Liam?xx

[@ionawilkinson8315]

I just loved this video! It was so honest and raw, I really appreciate it and you. Thankyou for your time and your pearls of wisdom♥️

[@MsBuffalicious]

Suddenly grateful to live an ocean away so that I don’t have to worry about how I’d react if I ever had the occasion to cross paths with Lady Louise. Getting emosh just thinking of it.

[@Amydisney]

I could listen to you talk for hours! Definitely part 2 please💗😁

[@cait4698]

Encore for part 2! Christmas question - do you have any meals you make as a tradition for the holidays? My mum always made lentil soup and now I do too. The smell is so festive to me and it’s special because we only do it at this time of year

[@musicislove291]

Dads do have the best advice- I call them Timisms (dads name is Tim) his best advice I have adapted to is “why wait till tomorrow what you can do today?!

[@shelleyodams9024]

Christmas question: Do you have a christmas traditions from your childhood that you now do with your children? I also sadly lost my mum but loved to remember her at Christmas christmas by baking with my children and chatting about how I loved christmas baking with my lovely mum.

[@melissasanders5303]

Yes part two! You look wonderful and just brighten up the day! 😍

[@Patti-1962]

I love hearing about your life, so thank you for sharing yourself with us! I think it would be interesting to see your process in meeting with the decorators, and coming up with your Christmas colors/theme each year!❤

[@izzytalbot107]

I love the regular sunday uploads! I love chatty Louise!!! 🤩

[@dinara1796]

Love your attitude towards parenthood!!!😍😍😍😍👏👏👏👏💓💓💓💓

[@Klex2603]

Please do a part 2!! I'd love to hear more As

[@Loz992]

Christmas Q&A 🎉🎉 how do you spend your morning, is if presents first or breakfast?? Do you stay in your pj’s all day or get dressed?! I LOVE Christmas too! Xx

[@eviemarsden4049]

How weird, I watched the center parks vlog from Xmas 2020 this morning! So cosy and magical x

[@winb2439]

Very very keen for Christmas content!! Love it! 🎄❤️

[@olivianaus7884]

Christmas question! How and when do you plan your Christmas gifts and do you ever feel yourself obsessing or getting overwhelmed? Sometimes I plan too hard and stress myself out even though I'm much more prepared than most people. Or won't settle until I find the *perfect* gift. Can't wait for this video! ❤️

[@EloiseInWonderland]

Would love a part 2!! Been watching your videos for years but always am too nervous to comment. But they really brighten up my day when I watch them 🥰 Q&A what's a typical Christmas thing that you can't stand that everyone loves? Q&A have you ever thought about going away for actual Christmas, be it Disney, somewhere hot somewhere snowy etc ?

[@margaretmurphy6623]

i love Q&As! They are perfect when you are busy multi-tasking as a mum! Christmas Qs: What is your favourite Christmas memory with your mum? What is your favourite Christmas memory as a mum?

[@conniebenka7704]

Love your wisdom and advise. Thank you for sharing. Have a lovely day!

[@catrionawillingham2458]

Happy Sunday watching. Love Sunday vlogs x

[@izzywizzy6146]

I LOVE these sit down chats!

[@MelanieELWarten]

Thank you for a lovely video! My question would actually be for Darcy: what is the Christmas tradition that she treasures the most? ☺️

[@madeleinep7103]

I love that

[@CapeCodDinkley]

I can’t wait for the Christmas centre parcs vlogs! I have last years downloaded on my app so I can watch them whenever and they lift me up so much-so much magic and love and joy 💕💕

[@laurenshuter]

Christmas Q- what was the best gift you were given as a child? What was the best gift you were given as an adult? I love your videos x

[@brookedella9682]

I really loved the advice you gave in that video Louise ❤️ You’re always so full of wisdom! My Christmas Question is this: what colours are you putting on your tree/what theme are you doing in terms of decoration for Christmas this year? Lots of love xx

[@Joelina456]

i loooove your Q&As. You are wise beyond your years :-) Thanks for sharing.

[@kellythomas7230]

Love the idea of a Christmas Q&A. My question is what are your family Christmas traditions? X

[@r-ic1es]

Please please do a round 2!! Loved this so much! Christmas Q: what’s your Christmas Day routine?

[@fionahorne9283]

What is your favorite Christmas memory from childhood? What a lovely video - so happy you’ve done the work to strengthen and care for yourself and so happy to have you back sharing videos with us ❤️💪☀️

[@meganpemberton4739]

Your chatty q&a videos are my fave. 💞

[@letstalknails6685]

As always, lovely video! Your lovely attitude and smiles are infectious

[@karenbrennan7183]

I would love to see how you style and decorate your house for Christmas 🎄 It was fabulous last year. The colours were stunning. A video about that would be fab! 💕

[@georgiehill2390]

Thank you for the advice/pearls of wisdom, not sure why but turns out I really needed them today and they really resonate 😅 sending lots of love to you and your beautiful family xx

[@nunya69business]

I miss the Louise content so much these days. I'm going through all of the old vlogs from 6 years ago w Darcy at Disney World. I love the cozy feeling they all bring.

[@cathleengrace7691]

YES MORE FAMILY Q&A!! And Christmas!! ❤️🎅🏻

[@erinmullen2397]

I have another Christmas q: How do you balance your love of the commercial side of Christmas with your faith in the meaning of Christmas? I feel so conflicted because I want to stay true to the meaning of Christmas but I also love all of the things that Christmas has become over time.

[@pollypocket2282]

Louise, you look STUNNING! I just had to comment before I get into watching the video. I always loved how you styled your hair from pink tips to these luscious blonde locks. Sorry, just needed to be said, now on to the Q&A!

[@Traceychaps]

Loved this video. Great to see another Sunday morning upload x

[@sophieslittlelife6047]

I love this! I have a 2 year old boy and so many people try to push us for another and personally I'm just not ready so hearing what you say about the bigger age gap means so much! ❤

[@Ingemaja]

I really like your voice, it’s warm and welcoming and the way you use it always cheers me up when I’m feeling “meh”. Just wanted to say that Also, Christmasy questions: - do you tend to get stressed about preparations? If so, how do you deal with that stress? - is it okay to ask if your family has a specific way of celebrating? Like… my brother, for instance… there’s a 6,5 hour drive between our homes, because he wanted to live closer to our mums side for a while… he comes to visit every other Christmas, but celebrates with our maternal grandmother, uncle and aunt the other years (grandma also comes down every other year. We used to drive up when I was little). I guess this particular question affects Darcy the most, and I get it if you’re not comfortable with the question

[@jetadorexx]

Loves these sit down q and a videos!

[@Ambers_Team]

Christmas Questions: Favorite tradition for littles under five? Easy Christmas dish or snack to host or bring around to a party? Most appreciated child’s toy to receive from others? Which kids Christmas story book is your favorite and which one is the girls favorite? (Sorry I didn’t keep it to just one, I wanted to give you options)🎄🎁 🎅🏼❤️🤶🏻☃️

[@tammycope3145]

Yes to Christmas questions!!!!

[@Lindsaysworldviews1987]

Gosh, you look beautiful in this video - absolutely glowing!

[@ameliaxxamelia]

2 Christmas Questions! Do you have a plan of action when it comes to wrapping presents? Are you a wrap as you buy kind of person? Also, do you buy presents for the kitties? (I do!)

[@GrainneH984]

This video was so lovely to watch!

[@june2212]

I really enjoyed this video Louise, would love to see more of these! My Christmas Q&A question is what is your favourite gift you’ve ever gifted to someone, and your favourite gift you have ever received😊- all my love to you and your family xxx

[@theresag.4188]

I really liked this q and a! Def do more!!!!

[@smstarr92]

Christmas Q: I love the decorations you have every year. The themes are so well executed and usually aren't the standard red/green. Do you chose the theme and let the company go wild or is it more of a collaboration? What made you choose, for example, underwater christmas? That one blew me away. It was so festive but so unexpected.

[@mond5601]

I don't know why but "Ouh little fly" made me laugh :) also yes please do a part two of this! christmas question: are you getting your house proffesionally decorated again?

[@katiemaciver]

Round 2 please! I wondered if your lovely girlies go to/will attend public or private schooling? Also Christmas wise - are you having your house professionally decorated again? And if so what’s your theme? X

[@Shaniquaanwot]

There are 12 and 15 years between me and my younger brothers. I wouldn’t want it any other way. The hardest part is that I’m now a grown up and I’ve moved out so I don’t get to see them as often.