Mom treats epileptic daughter with cannabis oil

A young Alberta girl suffered constant seizures, until her mom gave her cannabis oil. But getting a prescription wasn't easy. Reg Sherren looks at one mother's determination.
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[@amyholland7272]

I screamed yes when she said she hadn't had a seizure in over 2 yrs!! Hell yes!!

[@jadeitehaywood2383]

This girl is so blessed to have a brave, smart, strong mom. She learned the ancient mix of coconut oil and the herb of the nerve. The #1 best anti depressants and Parkinson herb ,I have ever used.

[@michellep2227]

@Jadeite Haywood… Hi, do you have a Parkinson’s diagnosis? My older brother has it and it’s really taking its toll on him.

[@jadeitehaywood2383]

@@michellep2227 no, a relative did.

[@--Fullsun]

Thanks for this I struggle with chronic depression and anxiety I will try this out now

[@jadeitehaywood2383]

@@--Fullsun not a smoker, it was used the same way as rosemary,thyme, basil in soups, crackers, cakes, buns, smoothies, salad dressing etc. Not more than a tablespoon in a day or two.

[@michelleamaya6446]

What is herb of the nerve ?

[@2psah2]

The reason why it's illegal, because they can't make money of it yet and they want you to stay hooked on THEIR drugs...

[@nativeb.9718]

Weed is almost legal in almost every state in the U S A. Laws have changed big time with President Biden in the WH.

[@Amberstarrbanks]

Fcuk big pharma

[@soffiesavage3241]

Yes, their same drugs that killing people slowly

[@EYE_GOTCHA]

@@nativeb.9718 *Everything* has changed with this “President” who has horrible dementia.

[@abbygale521]

You are sadly misinformed. Marijuana also known as canabis, has many healing properties that the blind rather be stuck in pain or seek natural relief. God gave us all the proper plants that dont hurt our body. But the pills that look horrible with side effects that has things like headaches, stomach aches, blurred vision, extremely sleepy are not so bad to the misinformed who will comply with government and the pharmaceutical entities. Our children are are our futures.

[@mimi2boys]

Can you imagine if they had tried that when she was young! How many people have suffered because marijuana was deemed a "bad" drug.

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

EVERYBODY THAT HAVE ALCAHOL RELATED PROBLEMS....ALL OF THEM! Booze manufacturers are the ones that deem marijuana bad and then they make a significant contribution to their favorite corrupted politicians.

[@Maria-ef5gq]

Call it cannabis . They label it Marijuana . Reefer madness all that baloney ... so we should stick to the proper name Cannabis oil . As smoking 18%20% medicinal . EDIBLES are 20/40% MEDICINAL .... CANNABIS OIL IS 80/ 100 % MEDICINAL . Hospitals would not have waiting lists for operations . They would still have broken bones . They also would still have transplants etc . Let us cure our own families with mother nature's plant ! ! If we so choose . It is NOT poisonous....Chemo and radiation ARE poisonous to humans . This PLANT is not . Seems so OBVIOUS ! ❤✌🏼

[@johnhalbe6530]

The law is smart as a rock.

[@tonysearightinvestmenteduc2566]

Thank God No Seizures In 2 Years....All medical resources and options should be made available.... Praying for that beautiful young lady...

[@andrewm3150]

Big pharma want you to keep buying their pills. They hate the fact that medicine does grow on trees

[@janiceperez9538]

Let's not also forget the loving and supportive brother❤❤❤

[@CrissyN2024]

That mom is a super mom! I admire her.

[@evickaklierova3107]

HOW THE **** is this not a proof... two years and she's fine... I'm gonna cry.

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

PROOF DOESN'T GET CORRUPTED POLITICIANS CONTRIBUTIONS....Lying booze producers give corrupted politicians contributions...grow up and get a clue

[@dyrk1298]

@juanocampo2262i mean the young girl was legit having hella seizures. That’s something that’s life threatening

[@eddielloyd13]

It's hard for me as a parent to watch this but it's someone child, she deserve nothing only the best. Love & light to you and your darling daughter, from a father of 2 girls. Keep fighting.

[@anicesuprise1459]

Well said......💕

[@bonniey7299]

What a beautiful and wonderful and caring mother she has that little girl is 10 years old and she still tries to carry her like she's a little baby. The mother is so strong inside and out 🕊️🌈❤️✝️❤️🕊️🙏

[@SealMeall]

This is a real hero, I salute to you. When I was caught possessing weed by my parents, they gave me house arrest for 1 week?! We need more openminded parents like this mom.

[@ayeshajamil6963]

Cannabis has serious psychiatric side effects too. That's why its illegal. These poor people have reached the last resort to use it.

[@Cheerleader644860]

My mother sure isn't open-minded about marijuana she thinks these pills work but I don't care about these pills nor the ritalin or the other medicine that I took for asperger's before she'll take plenty of times about these pills for Asperger's that I'm taking right now but won't think twice about saying no to marijuana I'm sure they're plenty videos about it working for asperger's and epileptic people so please to the she didn't know concept as well

[@walks.akadannystylusjnr.9346]

Well done mama !! . You're determination and love is recognised . Respect to you .

[@OntarioAtOrion]

I wonder how this mother feels now that Marijuana is completely legal for medicinal and recreational use in all of Canada ... We can grow 4 plants per home legally.

[@thaBlackQueen007]

That is great news, I wish I lived in Canada my daughter is mentally challenged and want to try it with her she's on so much medication and the pharmacy give it to me when they want I'm so tired of this

[@OntarioAtOrion]

@@thaBlackQueen007 Hello! We just had Thanksgiving, (and harvested our weed plants), here in Canada! 🐱

[@OntarioAtOrion]

@@thaBlackQueen007 I hope you can get some relief for your child and if you can move to Canada, do it! 🤍💟🤍

[@thaBlackQueen007]

@@OntarioAtOrion thank you so much

[@mareegray2597]

So happy for your family that you have this medicine. Tears to my eyes.

[@bmwocanada790]

She is such a loving mother. People will look down on her for giving cannabis to her daughter, but little did people know that before cannabis, she was taking other drugs that could cause bad effects.

[@carmen2edesigns]

Excellent mother! Bravo!

[@SCAMDEMIC2023]

Thousands have the same situation...DECRIMINALIZE IT TODAY!

[@rira7063]

Thats not how it goes...

[@SCAMDEMIC2023]

Mr. Goat I know common sense is a no no.

[@davearreola6758]

That young man helping care for his sister 👍👍

[@ritaschaaf3014]

Wooo she's amazing,let them come they can see for themselves, I'm happy for her and her daughter

[@britneyashley8765]

You to can order locally and save some money

[@howardbarr9839]

what a BRAVE LADY, and lovely daughter.. keep up the fight

[@emilyemily3461]

Watching this video made me cried. I have a 2yeara old daughter who is diagnosed for focal seizure (epilepsy) after an EEG test. She is presently taken drugs prescribed by her paediatric doctor but the drug seems not working because it's getting worse. Most times I feel really devasted , just see myself crying and I see my daughter having seizures. You understand this woman's video more if you have suffered same condition. In my next appointment next week ,I will discuss this treatment with the doctor and see if my child can get it and prays she gets better. It's not easy for any mother to see her child in such condition. God heal our children.Amen

[@besmirapreci597]

Hi dear! I am also the mother of a son with seizures. I would like to know if you have used CBD oil? Than you!

[@d.n.8919]

If you’re in the States, it might be worth it to move to a state where cannabis is legal. Otherwise, I’ve heard that the “Charlotte’s Web” brand of CBD oil is good, and that’s legal everywhere because it doesn’t contain THC.

[@hapahangook8475]

Thank you for sharing your story! Cannabis has been nothing short of miraculous for me, as well.

[@anitataylor4287]

What a good mom.

[@ARCH-INNERGY]

Sending you all the love in the world Sarah! I cried through this because it's just so overwhelming and frustrating and I'm so glad that you're coming out with this to the world. God bless you!

[@XLILPTX4ELON]

Whats her full name?

[@rivcarvalho8896]

God bless Maya, she will get better and better day by day.u r the strongest mother.

[@mangopeoples3838]

For parents children are their whole world, Salute to you mom

[@joerodriguez6912]

It's my first time watching this video, but I'm in full support of what mom is doing it takes alot of courage to make that decision but like she said whatever it takes because the medical field failed and a natural plant and courageous mom didn't fail. So God bless to all her family and hope little Maya is doing good.

[@slimjim9084]

Imagine the 24 who unliked this. Makes me sick

[@lolapear4866]

Badass mom!!!!💪💪💪 I'm considering cbd oil treatment in my home and I dare someone judge. As a parent it is our choice. Bureaucracy bullshit seems legit, Mom 👍

[@aaymathebest4705]

I heard lots of people hearing voices use this drug,better than phsycotic drugs,because it's natural plant,it's not harmful...pharmaceutical companies just want to earn money and are against natural herbal plants....

[@sheylapagan2670]

Anyone of us moms would've done the same thing to make our children better. Good for you!!!!!!!!!! Glad she was brave enough and not worried about society and saved her daughter.....

[@roncoleman9502]

Nothing short of a miracle. Hope and pray this is still helping her. God bless you and your family

[@wiliamgayler2717]

I Can't believe that am cured after having HIV.Thanks to Dr Aigbomian who cured me from HIV i never thought i will ever have a good health again,i have been having HIV four years back, not until one day i go on a research on the internet where i saw someone given testimony on how Dr Aigbomian help to cure her with his local herbal medicine,so i said to my self it also the same problem am having so i have to also contact the herbal doctor, WhatsApp him on [phone] or email via: [e-mail] and get cured..

[@jomh72ify]

I can relate. My daughter had seizures multiple times a day. Now my daughter is on medical marijuana and has been seizure free for over a year now.

[@jomh72ify]

I make her edibles

[@jomh72ify]

I'm here caregiver and I process her stuff and I also have her carry a bottle of liquid thc for emergency when she needs it.

[@jomh72ify]

@@tonyastairs8133 I'm sorry to hear about the accident. I do hope the oil will help. Thanks. As a parent it's hard to see your child to go through this.

[@nadiashirazi3925]

Ur daughter was very sleepy initially

[@jomh72ify]

@@nadiashirazi3925 she is doing well and she works for a hospital now

[@NGP11101970]

All the best madam. God bless you and your doughter

[@amyholland7272]

She is so Beautiful!!! I hope she and her family are doing well...

[@eddieboygarcia8696]

Amazing ,great mother …I missed my mom 🥺😢😢

[@juanitatreadwell-hempoilgu2464]

Tears, only tears. This video is so sad. Hang in there Mama.

[@wiliamgayler2717]

I Can't believe that am cured after having HIV.Thanks to Dr Aigbomian who cured me from HIV i never thought i will ever have a good health again,i have been having HIV four years back, not until one day i go on a research on the internet where i saw someone given testimony on how Dr Aigbomian help to cure her with his local herbal medicine,so i said to my self it also the same problem am having so i have to also contact the herbal doctor, WhatsApp him on [phone] or email via: [e-mail] and get cured..

[@user-zs3gh2xl3q]

I was about cry because I'm going through the same thing with the medication that's prescribed isn't working. But because my daughter's an adult I have to get her approval. I love what you're doing.

[@markbalogh9655]

Everybody always count your blessings. You could have to deal with something like this . Everyday above ground is a good one

[@HadassaMoon144]

Very very true!

[@GypsMoth13]

Why are our bureaucrats such cowards and small minded martinets? Best wishes to anyone who can be helped by medical marijuana.

[@andreasbernardi3654]

not cowards. MONEY. those big pharma will lose lots of money if the law approved it. hence "bribery" to the politician. MONEY TALKS. or should i say, GREED.

[@theresavoltz4172]

I’m so glad that they were able to find something to help her so much in my opinion I feel that weed is way safer than the pills that are sometimes prescribed

[@Haxxorious]

So glad it is legal now! It helps so many amazing people have better quailty lives!

[@diligoscientia]

If you have a child with epilipsy start it right away to prevent brain injury.

[@Ladydi2063]

Your a great mother. I wouldve done that too. Do all you can do my prayers to you.

[@bennettcushenan1209]

She is brave, and her boys are amazing helping out like that bless the miracles of maurijauna and bless this little girl

[@willhamilton4133]

Well done Mum. You believed in yourself and Maya is still prospering.

[@CAJUNBEE]

Beautiful little girl! My daughter has CP and blind can't walk or talk and has epilepsy. I wish she could get medical Marijuana! Hopefully in time it will be leagal!

[@newwavepressure6478]

Good for u this medicine should be available for everyone in drug stores nationwide and cheap its hard enough dealing with a sick child then have to deal with crazy price's

[@mandyscarrett]

she is so beautiful may god bless her

[@michaellnss]

Not a seizure in over two years and the smile how happy that little girl is should say enough anyone who belittles or says this mother is dumb sham on you I pray and hope things continue too go well and she doesn't ever have another seizure

[@tsavdarwallace]

What a strong mom.

[@pamelacooper1122]

My son has Cp and epilepsy he used to have seizures and take kepra but he hasn't had a seizure in 3 years I got lucky he just out grew them but he still takes Kepra. I think what your doing for your daughter is great. You stopped her seizures that is the most important thing. It's so hard to see your child going through them. Your a great mom.

[@fa876]

That`s good it works for you. My Father is on Kepra and it makes him very tired which is very hard for him because he is a hyper kind of person. I feel like cbd might help both the EP and the hyperactivity. Sadly, we live in Sweden were marijuana is considered the worst type of drug/medicine.

[@brontesegard8305]

God bless all with health, love, safety, peace and prosperity.

[@marlenaperry7693]

Poor girl ❤️ I am happy that she not having any problem ..I wish I could not having seizures anymore

[@willhamilton4133]

Do you have access to this medicinal plant products ?

[@19RioR93]

Keep it up! Love you all! People need to be more open minded.

[@catness1809]

I've seen people upset thinking this gets kids high. Firstly, most oils are primarily cbd, which isnt a psychoactive agent. Second, with cases like this, who cares? That poor girl's life was a living hell from the time she was born to the time they started using cannabis. She was dying - and cannabis not only saved her life, it greatly improved the quality of it. Even if she *was* getting high from it, that would be better than seizures every five minutes. Thankfully people are starting to see cannabis as the medicine it is rather than a street drug. This mom is a superhero - I'm glad she finally found something to help her brave daughter.

[@catness1809]

Also, all those other medications she was on? Not only are those mind altering, there's an overdose risk. *There has never been a confirmed lethal overdose of thc.*

[@STELLABeauty]

We strated our child on DBD oil for secord day, still a long way to go. In the state of NY we still have to trip 68 miles back and forth to get it and transportation costs.Weir already taking her to a seizure doctor who suggested this for her other medications which aren't working that great. Also, There is no medicad help , its all out of pocket cost. We need more dispensaries across our state and more closer to us.

[@wandamcgann7728]

she is so beautiful.. and precious.

[@robbielachance6172]

"I apologize for the inconvenience" um helloooooooo her daughter needs this!!!

[@jazlyncruz5490]

A mom like you will help a many more moms out there who really need this help of treatment for there kids who need cannabis oil every person who speaks up for there kids will have there big miracle and this will be legalize for those who need this help ! Medical marijuana has help me and will help many more kids out there who need this treatment!

[@The_Greenbeard]

love this video and just goes to show the healing power of that plant and 2 years with no fits that's amazing! and then being told she can't have anymore lol why because it made every drug and combination of drugs she ever had irrelevant. no they can't have that getting g out just think how much money they would lose absolute scum of the earth. what an amazingly strong woman she definitely did the right thing.

[@thanagitlow939]

Shes so blessed to have you mom ❤

[@vipanpuri5073]

Good luck all the best for good health little Angel

[@dawnatkinson7704]

Mama is doing the right thing 🙂

[@sheebareneefoofoo2620]

Good for you momma

[@SuperSaiyanArsh]

That made me cry

[@betyeverett9425]

I'm glad she is better and parents using what they have to to help her 🙏

[@teddy-id3mc]

Respect to all them people going though epilepsy or have a family member with epilepsy. I have epilepsy and i just cant watch someone, especially a child go though this... lots of love..😙

[@sharongrainer5063]

Amazing family 👪 .

[@Canuckchick32]

God bless this brave little girl and her family 💞

[@03dboy79]

Watching these videos is sort of changing my thoughts on life for the better highkey

[@ddlang2514]

Can’t even imagine what these parents and children go through. I can understand looking for other remedies when pharmaceuticals fail. Without the seizures, Maya’s brain has a chance to heal.

[@ckmalcokm3699]

That's why we should embrace Mothers day, They have done more than enough 🙏

[@user-bg3nr7we9v]

such a beautiful family God Bless

[@karenlindakostin2153]

I loved watching this documentary on TV!

[@mommiefields5128]

Thank God you learned an are using this to help thank God for you

[@anuradhaagarwal7138]

Her smile is very beautiful

[@kimberlyreed461]

Yessssss 👏👏👏👏 Good for her ! Way to stand up for your babies. So many parents just listen no questions asked. Hello... God, put that plant here for a reason. This sweet girl is a prime example of why it's here. Some people truly need to do their research on Marijuana.

[@dreoneful]

Mom of a life

[@Iamyourzaddy]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@kathygales9641]

God Bless you and your family! Stay strong🙏

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

What a wonderful and beautiful young lady with parents that show by example by refusing to hide from reality, she is slowly but surely being cured right before our eyes. Seeing is believing and words are irrelevant!

[@setapart3452]

Great job mum.

[@chrisirving8712]

Adorable kid⛅️💕

[@ronderulijkummar7453]

Whoever Disliked This Video Should Be Ashamed Of Themselves . All She Is Doing Is Helping Her Daughter. Cannabis Oil Should Be Used More, Especially If " Regular " Treatments Don't Work. May Our Heavenly Father Bless Her And Her Family- And Many Others Like This One. We As Parents Are To Take Care Of Our Children!

[@peachiichiba7903]

Why dislikes! This is beautiful

[@BaeB33]

I was diagnose with epilepsy when I was 4 and my mom couldnt find anything to help with the seizures. the medicine that was prescribed to me never helped. years and years and years of different medication, nothing helped. i would have seizures every 45 minutes or 3 hours. then, my mom met a man who suffered with gran mal seizures and he actually recommended her the CBD oil, as soon as I took it less than 1 hour later and I was seizure free. this lasted up for 2 days, then I would renew my dose. 6 years later, I've only had less than 4 - 6 seizures. CBD isnt dangerous "drug" and I believe it's a cure to seizures

[@k.praveen6135]

Suffering from epilepsy from 8 yrs , seizures occurring at sleeping time. I am 25 yrs old please advice me sir Cbd oil cure seizures permanently

[@jt4369]

It’s true, cannabis is about a wonder drug that ever existed if that term could ever properly be used. But I am just astounded by the resolve of this family. I see families all the time torn apart by things infinitely smaller than this type of ordeal. Life is varied and humbling.

[@mcozy333]

it is only a wonder because people in every land is completely ignoring trhe cannabinoid sciences

[@wiliamgayler2717]

I Can't believe that am cured after having HIV.Thanks to Dr Aigbomian who cured me from HIV i never thought i will ever have a good health again,i have been having HIV four years back, not until one day i go on a research on the internet where i saw someone given testimony on how Dr Aigbomian help to cure her with his local herbal medicine,so i said to my self it also the same problem am having so i have to also contact the herbal doctor, WhatsApp him on [phone] or email via: [e-mail] and get cured..

[@Putttingontheritzz]

This is great!

[@combatLaCarie]

omg politics, just get out of the way, jeeeesh!

[@standforchange08]

combatLaCarie immediately! They messing with families and this makes me angry. Doctors are injuries these children doing birth and causing this. Now why don't they simply get out the way and let the people speak loudly as we are doing all across this land that was stolen from my ancestors!

[@kevinpierson139]

Good for her

[@flamingscar5263]

its honestly crazy how fast of a 180 Canada did within 2 years they went from "marijana is not an approved drug or medicine" to "weed for all" also this mother is fantastic

[@louisetringham5830]

Omg this is amazing

[@keithl6331]

Hope and pray you win mom and dad i can sre

[@Lyftwithmee]

You go MOM !!!

[@jeremyk3320]

That poor girl, not fair a kid has to grow up like that

[@vhead612]

Amazing. I’m so happy for this family’s resilience and love and the fact Canada has not punished her. Makes me feel Canada is the land of the free in some cases. I could see it going totally thee opposite in America. Depending on state.

[@eliastafese3790]

Am so sorry

[@budmoore9273]

God bless you and your family Sarah. You are an inspiration to me and I thank our Lord for your heart... I pray this Blessing for you and your family - Numbers 6:24-26 “ ' “The Lord bless you and keep you; [25] the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; [26] the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. ” '. 🤗

[@robertgarcia4189]

I myself have Epilepsy for years now, and I would not mind being there remotely (at least) for her and her family. Ustedes puede a mandarme una mensaje cualquier tiempo!

[@DarkysLPs]

the worst part is that you can get an opioid or benzo prescription with almost no effort at all.