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@lynneho45732 ай бұрын
Im an aussie nurse.I had my first baby in singapore in 1978 I went to ante natal class and was keen to have an active birth which was a new thing then. I went to a fancy private hospital. Everyone spoke english but they insisted that I stayed in bed.they gave me meds with minimal explanations, Doctors orders,my baby was vaccinated for TB at birth without my knowledge government regulations.birth certificate was not issue until.vaccinations are completed..luckily my daughter was fine, born in 6 hours but I was a bit traumatised.My chinese husband played his part by passing outside.His relatives were super attentive and constently advising me with post partum cultural practise . Your Thai experience sounds wonderful. I would advise hiring a nurse or doola to be your voice ,write your requests in the local language at least a month early.also, 25:38 gifts for staff sometimes in cash may smooth their responses. Best wishes from perth,
@abigailmorris25742 ай бұрын
Good for you guys, way to protect your wishes! I work in an ER as a medical professional and it is so important for patients to be their own advocates. Good job, Parents.❤
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
@donnabosilkovski75802 ай бұрын
Well done guys, keep following your instincts, you know what's best for your beautiful girl better than anyone. Can I just say, I'm Aussie and had 4 babies in an Australian hospital and I had a few difficult moments during the delivery and after with a few staff there too. My youngest was having trouble feeding and they wanted me to give her formula. I refused (they weren't thrilled about it though) as I wanted to breast feed her and It all worked out. You are such a gorgeous, loving couple, it shows in Lyla already, just look how calm and settled she is. Wishing you all much love and happiness.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
thanks so much
@janwatson79812 ай бұрын
Congratulations. I’m glad you put your foot down and stayed with Mandy and YOUR baby. I was a midwife for 47 years and when I started I was helping mums have a home birth so dad was very much involved. Gradually over the years things changed and it became “private women’s business “ I’m glad to say,slowly it started to go back to dad being involved again. When I left dad was very much encouraged to stay with all 3 “rooming in” for their hospital stay. The hospital room was made to look like a normal bedroom as much as possible,As for the vitamin k injections/oral dose,you made an informed choice which is all that can be asked. Mandy and Lyla are lucky to have such a caring husband/daddy.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@janwatson7981 thank you so much 🙏
@heathersullivan84942 ай бұрын
I can’t tell you how happy I am for the three of you. Lloyd you are an awesome daddy. Way to go on sticking with your instincts and intuition. You both did amazing. I’m so happy for you and excited!! It’s so beautiful isn’t it? Cherish this time for sure, because it goes so fast. Congratulations to you and I will definitely keep you all in my prayers. ❤❤❤😊
@JennaBlossoms2 ай бұрын
I live inThailand (Chiang Mai) and I am planning on getting pregnant soon, so thank you for making this video! So much insight! I've been following your journey and am grateful that you decided to share it that openly. Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl 💗
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@JennaBlossoms so glad to hear, best wishes to you on this journey
@saymagutea96972 ай бұрын
Don't worry, hospitals in Thailand are ranked among the best in the world. However, hospitals still have some problems. No matter which country you are in, you should follow the hospital rules to keep you and your child safe. May your family be healthy.
@Seashell-q4w2 ай бұрын
congratulations on the birth of your beautiful daughter Layla!!!
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@Seashell-q4w thank you so much
@thomasfoldes2 ай бұрын
Absolute pleasure meeting you today. Watched this video when I got back to my condo.No one cares for your child like you will. You both did great. Thank you for sharing.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@thomasfoldes thank you and great meeting you too!
@scottalexanderholm43612 ай бұрын
Congratulations. I've been watching you two a long time. You are like family to me. I think you should give your baby vaccines that are known to be safe. It's your choice.
@gumtreeist2 ай бұрын
Well done Lloyd for advocating for Maddie and both of you knowing what you wanted. So happy you and Lyla are doing well.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
Thank you! 🙏
@nicolecrotty70232 ай бұрын
Thank you for your story, especially standing by your beliefs of care for your baby girl. Congrats to you all.
@mixalis61682 ай бұрын
My wife gave birth to our son, in Nakhon Si Thammarat, hospital was perfect, from all staff, a million times better than in Oz !
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@mixalis6168 🙏
@lifeforcelocs10 күн бұрын
I've just discovered you guys via research of dental holidays haha, got watching your story (New Zealander here ) I just wanted to say well done Lloyd for advocating for your family, it seems like the way things unfolded were with that nurse and the push for separation were less than ideal! I think what you guys were advocating for are actually more normal ways of birthing these days! Looking forward to watching more of your story and experiences
@prodigaldaughter00Ай бұрын
So amazing seeing yall on this journey. So proud of you sticking to your guns ❤ God bless your beautiful family and your strength is so inspiring. From a mum of 5 expecting number 6 in March xx
@thanongsakchompoonawatn34742 ай бұрын
Self-confidence is good, but it should be based on the truth, not your own beliefs. Because what you have is a small living thing that has just opened its eyes to see this world. If you are not sure, you should consult a specialist before accepting or rejecting what they offer because you cannot afford to make a mistake with your child's life. The medical profession is a profession that requires responsibility for life and has very strict laws in Thailand. If they make a mistake just once, it may cause them to lose their career and may be prosecuted criminally. So you can be confident. But you are right not to accept anything easily from non-doctors because those people are less responsible than doctors. So I would like to suggest that when something is offered, do not rush to accept or reject it before getting advice from a doctor who has expertise directly.
@paulamello33332 ай бұрын
Most doctors get their advice from pharmacists. It’s their right to have their own decisions.
@laurabrown51762 ай бұрын
They did their own research for 9mths before giving birth. This allows them to confidently say yes or no in the moment, one of the most stressful and vulnerable moments of their lives which actually isn't the time for people to making these life altering decisions. Especially when these "all knowing" Drs couldn't even provide any real evidence or research on risks or side effects in the moment.
@thanongsakchompoonawatn34742 ай бұрын
@laurabrown5176 You misunderstood. All the offers given to them from some non-medical personnel are marketing offers. Most doctors in Thailand will not get involved in marketing of the hospital because it can seriously damage their careers. Importantly, most doctors in Thai hospitals are not doctors who work only in that hospital. They also have their own health clinics which are their own businesses and may also work in other government and private hospitals. Therefore, there is no need to risk doing marketing to help only one hospital because if there is a problem, it may damage their careers as a whole. Everything in the clip will be presented through non-medical personnel because Thai doctors will not put themselves at risk with these things.
@jkukemueller27292 ай бұрын
I have a whole new respect for you both after watching this episode. Proud of you for standing up for what you believe it and standing firm. I had my children in the 80's, when I just believed in the health care system knowing what is right. If I had it to do all over again I would absolutely NEVER vaccinate my children. Congratulations on your beautiful, healthy baby girl! Take Care!
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@jkukemueller2729 thanks so much 🙏
@juliebjulie572 ай бұрын
My mom, also named Lyla, would approve of all your decisions about what's best for your Lyla. Congratulations!
@mangoking7872 ай бұрын
CONGRATULATIONS, Lloyd and Mandy on the arrival of your beautiful daughter Lila. My friend who lives in Koh Samui. She is married to a Thai, and she has 2 boys and 1 girl, who is also named Lila. Lloyd and Mandy keep your eyes peeled on your daughter. How quickly time flies, and she will grow up to be a fine lady soon. God's blessings on both of you.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@mangoking787 🙏
@chawalak2 ай бұрын
Usually in Thailand the patients' relatives are asked to wait outside during medical checkup so the staff can better focus on the routines and the patients; however in private hospitals husbands are allowed to be with wives during normal labours. Hope that helps a bit.
@brendahunter63022 ай бұрын
Hey guys! I'm happy to hear Lila is doing well. Just letting you know that with my 3 births they would take the baby to the nursery to check their blood sugar level and let me rest if I needed it. I could not produce breast milk enough so mine were all formula cesarean babies. I did feel anxious about the change in nurses but I actually knew one of them. It's normal to want to keep your baby in the room. But they do it to everyone as their job.
@drobinbarker2 ай бұрын
Congratulations! You are a beautiful couple and I am so happy for the three of you!! Cheers.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@drobinbarker thanks so much
@rosstravels.official2 ай бұрын
Absolutely love this video! And I’m so glad that the 4 of you are now home and safe. I love that you stood your ground as well because I know that it can definitely be intimidating with all of the BS and recommendations and this and that. At the end of the day, it’s your child and we all know that you wouldn’t do anything to put it in harms way so every decision is yours regardless of what they think. I’m super super proud of you guys for coming this far not only on your travel journey but now on your family journey and it’s only going to get more and more amazing from here and I’m excited to watch all of you guys grow😁😁. Keep killing it you guys!💛💛💛💛
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Isiah!
@Thebriottifamily2 ай бұрын
Well done guys for doing your research and standing your ground on what’s best for your gorgeous little girl! You are already fantastic parents! Congratulations 🩷
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@CBgcfj2 ай бұрын
Congratulations. You both did amazing.
@johannessburgjohan50562 ай бұрын
Congratulations on your newborn baby.
@bocskailucia1592 ай бұрын
Much respect for you guys ! You did it perfectly for your baby girl and her health ! You are an exeptional example,every one should fallow it ! Exquisite familly !🥂🍾🍀♥️
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@bocskailucia159 thanks so much! 🙏
@la_life_est2 ай бұрын
We are pregnant at 32nd week atm and based in Phuket . Also in Bangkok hospital . We went through Birth plan two weeks ago ,also refused all vacciness but the vitamin K was hardly pushed on us which was very uncomfortable . They said if we refuse we not aloud give birth at this hospital ,pretty rough 😖 and chose oral too… congrats to you ❤
@Wenwaters2 ай бұрын
Congratulations. You make an awesome team. Your baby is gorgeous 😍.
@laurahesse18112 ай бұрын
Mandy you're one lucky woman he really had your back add a time that everything can be so overwhelming he stuck his guns and did what he needed to do! Great job Papa Bear
@olivetherapies2 ай бұрын
Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 and great job sticking to your guns. Next time maybe a homebirth so you can both relax and enjoy the experience.😊 (As much as you can when bringing new life into the world). So happy for you guys 💞
@OppoA-kj7us2 ай бұрын
Congratulations and my best wishes for your lovely family especially Lila, she looks so peaceful.
@michsand2 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the birth of a precious baby. Re vaccines protect her from others that could infect her while she is so young. Whooping cough and measles are deadly for infants. I am not sure what the stats are for herd immunity in Thailand but would consider it to be low. Protect your precious angel.
@lendabarrett2 ай бұрын
Agree!
@MrRedback222 ай бұрын
Well done for staying firm guys!!
@gloryrich71232 ай бұрын
I'm past my birthing days, but this is an incredible vlog. Super helpful to all who are expecting either in Thailand or another country. So happy you stood your ground.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@gloryrich7123 🙏
@anaco69702 ай бұрын
congrats and the All the Best for the baby girl 👶 pretty cute 🌸
Great video! Harder? Nah! More fun!!!! Beautiful family! Take care!
@codingmathbytawannitsuwat37832 ай бұрын
congratulation and welcome new born baby.
@emilytaylor90192 ай бұрын
Congrats you two! I agree with your view on waiting for vaccines. I personally think the chemicals in them are too strong for a newborns body and can cause unseen until later brain issues. Don’t listen to all the nay sayers. Your episodes are so informative and you’ve helped so many people have the courage to travel. You inspired my trip to Thailand and Vietnam ❤
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@emilytaylor9019 thank you so much 🙏
@robingirard54232 ай бұрын
Congratulations. Beautiful baby Lila. You had a quick easy birth for a first.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@PrajakUdnoonАй бұрын
Congratulations 🎉
@tavonchumnigun32912 ай бұрын
สุขภาพแขงแรงนะค่ะหนูน้อย❤
@michelleangel25592 ай бұрын
congratulations❤🎉
@mwb2292 ай бұрын
100 CONGRATULATIONS 🥰
@SuiGenerisAbbie2 ай бұрын
I was born 67 years ago, FOUR 1/2 months early. If I had not been born at the Yale University hospital (an Ivy League University hospital) at Yale University where my mother’s father was a professor of physical biochemistry, I would never have survived.
@boyaugsakul82952 ай бұрын
in the hospital if it is a serious case the doctor will not allow who ever not belong in the team go inside the room even you want to be beside your wife when she give a birth. Do you know why ? it is not only privacy but for the doctor and the team able to focus on their job. if some one be there and talk or do any thing that will affect to the process won't be a good idea. in case they need your decision the doctor will get out of the room and ask your decision right the way. but if the case not really serious or dangerous they will allow you to be in the room.
รายได้หลักคิดว่าน่าจะไม่ใช่จากยูทูปนะคะ น่าจะมาจากอาขีพหลักค่ะ อาขีพหลักคือทำงาน Digital Nomad ลองหาข้อมูลดูในกูลเกิลนะคะว่าอาชีพนี้มีรายได้มากแค่ไหน และอาชีพนี้คนต่างชาติก็ทำงานนี้และมาอาศัยอยู่ที่ไทยเยอะ กระจายอยู่ทั่วไทย ในกรุงเทพฯก็เยอะ และถ่ายยูทูปเป็นอาชีพเสริมค่ะ
@marcp1082 ай бұрын
I'm so glad it all worked out in the end. You are definitely in uncharted waters in HH. Not a lot of births and yes, trying to deal with cultural differences and language barriers. Interesting to pay upfront, but like you, I do get it.
@Mommyjourney20232 ай бұрын
Respect your opinion on antivax but how can you protect her from hepatitis b that can cause liver cancer in the future
@TT1010JJАй бұрын
Congratulations guys! She is divine and this video is very very helpful! We are very much on the same page and will be giving birth in Thailand too. I have a question - did you look into home birthing in Thailand? Did you have much luck in finding anyone? Xx
@Kong_chailand_Bangkok2 ай бұрын
Wow beautiful cute 🥰🥰🎉 Thank you very much 😊👍❤🎉 I wish you happiness 😊💕🎉 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@MARYandTheCAT2 ай бұрын
you can inform them in the beginning that you need to be together. i think that would be different price. but anyway . ususally they are not allowed . don't be panic . just trust in them
@กิ๊กเตอร์CHANNEL2 ай бұрын
ยินดีด้วยนะครับ🎉
@gordon.Jacko10552 ай бұрын
Mate, if you go to an emergency hospital in Australia, do you think they’d let you in? 🤔
@Landofsmiles9992 ай бұрын
Congrats
@laurabrown51762 ай бұрын
Bloody rockstar parents!! Well done, guys. Sounds pretty typical of any Western hospital birth too, unfortunately 😒 but well done for researching, having an actual birth plan and advocating for yourselves and your baby. Maybe a home birth next time, huh? 😏 We've had both of our children at home (Australia) and they were the most incredible experiences. You don't have to fight or argue anything and you get to hop straight into your own bed with your new baby ❤️
@orawanjan34422 ай бұрын
i think husband could not enter the room because doctor wants his/her team to be relax not in a stress environment. they are afraid that you would yell or demand things from the team. please understand doctors' mental situation.😊
@jozilla2 ай бұрын
very weird.. epidural is very common in Thailand for giving birth. I husband is supposed to be with wife during labor period the whole time. My wife just gave birth to our first child 4 months ago in Bangkok. I was with her the whole way. I think Bangkok Hospital in Huahin is not up to standard on many points for Private hospital in Thailand.
@sitthimongcoln2 ай бұрын
Have a Thai Name for Thaigirl?
@rosehill90602 ай бұрын
Well done video glad you chose no vaccine Mine were done at birth no consultation Full respect you looking after your babies health. Very smart always be present with baby in hospital. Your both great parents they grow way too quick Enjoy every stage she's Adorable.
I wish I didn’t get my newborns vaccinated 16 years ago in Hawaii had I known. But I was fear mongered and really thought something bad would happen if I didn’t. But I learned that breastfeeding is the best thing for baby and mother.
@zhinjitui2 ай бұрын
All of Bangkok hospital chain is JCI-Accredited hospital.
@-dosocial75952 ай бұрын
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@koreanata69512 ай бұрын
Love you guys! Let me give you one advice as an older mom! Don't hold a new born baby straight up as you do in the video because her backbone and neck aren't strong at all yet and it could cause her trauma! She needds support this way. Id the mom is leaning back it would have been ok but she was straight up, so... Just saying cause I like you.
@MichElle-ri4ow2 ай бұрын
wow, i am so happy that you did not left your baby alone, seems like, could be, they want to do something, vacs or this other thing, behind the back of the parents. I regret so much, that i trustet them, when i had my baby. As more as i am happy now for you being so protective and smart for your child. Think about all the others, full of vac. from the first day of their live. This is not mother nature, thats against all nature.
Sounds really old-fashioned not letting the husband in 😢 also being in ER is strange as generally you go to the maternity ward straight away but i guess different country/culture, they are obviously different. You do get bitchy midwives in Australia who are also stubborn in their ways so culd happen anywhere too. Sounds like a confusing start. Normal for them to offer to give them formula if you want a few days in if baby is hungry and your breast milk hasnt come in yet but not straight away. Really glad she is healthy otherwise and Mandy 6 hours is awesome ❤
@SuiGenerisAbbie2 ай бұрын
Why didn’t you want Lyla vaccinated? In America, that would not fly so high.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@SuiGenerisAbbie just our personal choice 🙏
@SuiGenerisAbbie2 ай бұрын
@@LloydandMandy I know it was your choice, mates. I am just curious as to what motivated you two to agree not to get your daughter jabbed, that's all. Oh, no judgement at all! To each their own. I just am curious.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@SuiGenerisAbbie to be completely honest, the doctor couldn’t give us any concrete statistics or potential risks, sort of felt as if they were just advising us to do what they always do without question. In our opinion the doctor should be able to give more info on risks involved so that the patient can make an informed decision 🤷♂️
@SuiGenerisAbbie2 ай бұрын
@ AGREED. Well said!
@SuiGenerisAbbie2 ай бұрын
@ I hate feeling condescended to, don't you?
@dekbrisbane72942 ай бұрын
It’s the procedure of every hospitals not culture as the ER room doesn’t have only you as a patient. Can you imagine if all of the patient want their family to go in the ER room with them as well? Are you allowed to go into ER in US because in Australia and New Zealand we are not allowed that. In Thailand the babies have to stay in nursery most of the time so they can monitor them. The nurse will bring your baby for breast feeding and take baby back to nursery so Mum snd baby can rest. The doctors and nurses probably needed a lot of patience working with you guys because you want everything in your own way. I don’t know why you guys bother to give birth in Thailand.
@ckbrickcollection75312 ай бұрын
Saying this from a parent perspective. When we had our first newborn (in Texas) me and the in laws followed the staff and watched the baby like a hawk. Unfortunately we couldnt catch them vaccinating our child they did it secretly. And they also prescribed a patch to my wife which cut milk production. Conventional medicine in Hospital will definitely push unnecessary products and they get annoyed if you challenge them because most people just go withthe flow. We rejected the vaccination for the second child and doctor was not pleased.
@SuiGenerisAbbie2 ай бұрын
Legends!
@philharnett28842 ай бұрын
Vitamin K ok, no vax of any kind. Breast milk and sensible care is the best answer. Good to stay strong.
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@philharnett2884 🙏
@oceanwave41422 ай бұрын
19:59 I do know, the short answer is unfortunately because this world is evil.
@cynthiawallace80852 ай бұрын
Congratulations 😂
@jason-jones2 ай бұрын
Congrats! Get some sleep while you still can...
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
lol thank you!
@bamse231232 ай бұрын
Love your content but why are so many good youtubers anti vaxxers :(
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@bamse23123 I think 2020 opened a lot of people’s eyes to the “business” side of the medical industry.
@mariablixt8292 ай бұрын
Are you Anti-Vaxxers? 😱
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@mariablixt829 lol
@lettruthprevail9820Ай бұрын
That is smart not to vaccinate.
@joyriley93922 ай бұрын
What were you worried about not sure I understand what would you have done if she started hemorrhaging I’m not judging but you have had your first baby hospitals have been birthing babies since day dot and babies cry nursing her all day is not going to help you later lots of complaining guys babies are born every day you have dramatised the whole experience
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@joyriley9392 lol. Believe it or not some people care about what chemicals get put into there babies body minutes after it’s born, crazy concept 🤷♂️
@joyriley93922 ай бұрын
What you think millions of mothers don’t care thoughtyou two were smarter than that you get a bit testy when people don’t agree typical utubers love all the good comments but don’t dare havea different opinion what are you going to do when your baby girl needs immunisation at 2 months
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@ thanks for sharing Joy 🙏
@laurabrown51762 ай бұрын
@joyriley9392 why would their baby NEED injections at 2mths? Their baby will still be immunised through safe exposure. Look at their lives! Their baby is exclusively breastfed (the most effective form of immune support) and they are so health conscious themselves, that's the best form of immune support. Far superiors than any form of synthetic drug. They also had a natural, normal pregnancy and birth. The microbiome passed from Mandy to Lyla during birth is extremely beneficial in her health. I have a 7yo and 4yo, unvaccinated, who have never even seen a GP once in their life. I have a 23yo and 25yo brother, never vaccinated, surprisingly still alive and healthy 😮 Natural exposure to normal viruses in healthy people is significantly less risky than injecting toxic amounts of chemicals into an infant's body
@craigsmith54612 ай бұрын
havnt you guys got a life now.. well done but its time to get a real job soon . social media mmmmm
@LloydandMandy2 ай бұрын
@@craigsmith5461 lol. You’re right, now that we’ve built our business that makes us more income than any other jobs we’ve had and let’s us both be stay at home parents we should start thinking about getting real jobs…