PLEASE DON'T DO THIS WHEN PARENTING A SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD/ Blind/Adoption

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Happy New Year, friends! I hope that your holiday season was a memorable one. I am glad you decided to drop by my channel. In today's vlog, we catch up on what life has looked like for us lately, what therapy looks like for Isabelle, and I share some parenting advice. Thanks for dropping by!
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[@aprilarlidge2807]

Mika is such a good big sister. Seeing Izzy walk and handle stairs is amazing.

[@Pastelleoja]

Wow watching her walk is amazing I remember when she had to just lay down ! Thank you Jesus for this Beautiful family that showed Godly Love on this children ❤

[@debbiebanks1928]

Good morning! I'm so glad you had a great Christmas! Mine was somewhat sad. This is my 3rd Christmas without my son. He committed suicide after a pill addiction. Who would have ever thought my sweet funny honor roll student would ever do this! It just goes to show you never know who is suffering to this extent. Daniel was my only son, I have one daughter. I spent my Christmas with my grandchildren, one of which is my son's daughter. She was home from college. After 3 years I'm beginning to enjoy things again. Videos like yours always help me get through bad days. I'm so glad you had such a great Christmas! Give those sweet girls a hug from me!!!

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Oh sister, I am so sorry for your loss! I can't imagine. Thank you for sharing and thank you for your kind words.

[@GreatLee05]

I’m so sorry for the loss of your son. I lost my brother to suicide. It’s horrible. All I can do is hold on to the wonderful memories we shared & know that he is now at peace in a better place. ❤️

[@mandimc]

I am sorry for your loss.

[@user-in1if8oi9p]

I love how to said: kids with challenges ❤we all have some challenges which make all of us special

[@puplover6265]

Good morning. Izzy may not have been doing what you had hoped to share, but I'm sure impressed. Even watching her therapist is interesting and he truly has a gift for what he does. The girls look so cute. Bless your day, Ashley and family.

[@TheFeltsFamily]

I agree! I am so pleased with her progress. Her therapist is a God send for sure. Izzy loves him!

[@laurareynolds1948]

Ashley & Stan, I have never commented on a video for anyone, but after watching this video and seeing Izzy walking and standing next to Stan, the tears just started flowing, I remember when you both went and picked Izzy up and her in the fetal postion in that horrible stroller and look at the beautiful, happy girl she is today! WOW!! You both haven given her a place she knows she is safe and loved, and she has blossomed.

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Thank you so much1 She is a miracle!

[@dawnrenner9521]

I have 3 children I adopted with special need. We have the same or at least a similar swing. It has been a favorite for years. My children are now in the late teens and still love it. They liked it so much I found a divide that allowed the swing to hang from the ceiling in our family room. Our house is small, only 1000 square feet. It is relatively easy to take the swing down and put it back up as the kids want to use it. My 16 year old often likes to take a nap on the swing. Many times I have found him sound asleep curled up on the swing. I know your girls will love it as well as your other kids.

[@lauriekerze3461]

Mika is such a good big sister, bless her. That swings a great idea.

[@annielivia7669]

I see a lot of improvement in izzy.praise the Lord.

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Agreed!

[@jconner4647]

That is the way I prefer it for Christmas. Enjoy watching others open the gifts one at a time. Also, seeing your daughter and granddaughter that close: It’s like your daughter is helping her younger self unwrap a gift. It is wild how those 2 beautiful girls look alike.

[@GreatLee05]

Exactly what I was thinking. We do the same, & yes, the girls look so much alike.

[@maureenkilbane9948]

wow! she used alternating feet going down the steps that really is fantastic! As a teacher I am always showing students how to alternate feet on steps!!

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Yes, I agree! Very impressive.

[@leannbrower3152]

Izzy just has days like the rest of us where nothing is feels good. Tomorrow is another day!

[@maureenkilbane9948]

Amazing how well she walks and to do steps great job, Izzy

[@user-in1if8oi9p]

It’s not only with kids with challenges, as soon as I expect my girls doing something they do opposite lol I love the swing, we putting it up too this spring

[@erinaustin2157]

Christmas chaos is almost always exhausting. But ! I love it, and would not change it! For filming family moments like that, consider putting you camera on a small tripod, on a shelf. Make the view as wide as you can. That way u get the footage, but are able to actually be in the moment and more present. Looking thru a lense takes you out of those moments ;)

[@bethanyskylor6119]

Have you ever tried chiropractic for Izzy? I used to nanny for chiropractors and they would adjust their girls during a lunch break when they were having a rough day and the change was immediate. I've always wondered if Izzy would have great benefits from it when she is going through a challenging time. Best wishes for 2024! Praying for you and the family to have a wonderful year.

[@lisabyles867]

Spouse & I hiked in AZ & stayed with friends. We saw a variety of wildlife & cactus. It was amazing.

[@swampophelia2098]

I’ve seen the disc swings and have thought of Izzy each time, I’m so glad that you have one now

[@tjdance5460]

Thank you for sharing these sweet moments with Izzie and Mika. My heart just melt seeing Izzie walking with the cane so well and Mika is such a nurturing sister ❤️

[@pamelajensen1774]

Mika is so sweet and loving. Amazing progress with Izzy!!! Happy New Year Sweet Family! 🎉 ❤

[@fraidysteinberg2365]

Shocked is an understatement. So so precious!! Love! She is doing amazing!!!! ❤❤❤

[@melissad.3564]

Mika is so precious with Izzy. So sweet to see. Thanks for sharing.

[@AmyBaby954...]

Omg she's walking around sooo good GOOOO IZZY'S 🎉🎉MIKA IS SUCH A GOOD BIG SISTER THEY ARE GOING TO BE BEST FRIENDS WHEN THEY GET BIGGER 😍😍🤟 HAPPY NEW YEARS 🎉 TO U AND YOUR FAMILY 💖💖💖 LOVE FROM FLORIDA ❤❤❤-AMY

[@TheFeltsFamily]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@trusttheprocess2833]

wow I have a change of heart with people who works in police or deputy.

[@KathyRopa-uk9ws]

Ashley you are truly an amazing Mom to these precious little girls. 🙏🏻❤️

[@lynnespino3418]

Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy New Year 🎆 Mika is so sweet with Izzy 💕

[@maggiemay5618]

Great job. Wonderful parents. God bless you all

[@terriscott5599]

I'm so glad you all had a wonderful Christmas mine wasn't too bad I'm so glad to see that Izzy is came so far

[@romanaabo3664]

Happy new year ♥️♥️♥️

[@sarahpucel]

One of my favorite parts of Christmas is right before my cousins leave at the end of the day we play ninja together

[@katiebrown1445]

Go Izzy!!!

[@swampophelia2098]

Happy new year Ashley hope this year brings you great things. I love to see Izzy walking, it must take so much courage when you cannot see. I had some tough news over Christmas, the vet told me that my dog has cancer all through his lymph nodes, I have booked the date for his final visit to the vet as I won’t let him suffer for even a day, it’s just been me and the dog for the last ten years so it’s going to feel very quiet and empty without him bounding about. If you remember keep us In your prayers, it’s a painful time Gen xx

[@lisetravis]

I'm so sorry about your pup- praying for you to find comfort and peace.

[@swampophelia2098]

@@lisetravis thank you that actually means a lot to me x

[@dominiquebouffier9420]

Sa fait longtemps qu’on l avait pas vu adorable 😍

[@pamelaferes5404]

What beautiful miracles you have helped your girls accomplish! What a great leader you are for helping others believe ❤️ in the potential of every child 🙏 I'm going to start speller with my adopted special needs son who is now almost 34. He can read, write and spell despite having down syndrome and autism. When we believe God opens doors to create the miracles to achieve ❤what we believe 🙏❤️

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Love that!

[@nodaknorskie1486]

Christmas is hard. My parents have both passed, and my aunt and uncle have both passed as well. I hsve a son but he is busy as he can be working abd caring for his kids.

[@anneleur]

You have such a beautiful family! I love seeing the progress your sweet girls are making!

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Thank you so much!

[@lifewithdwarfism4819]

This is so touching as adoption is in my family as well. I am blind, and I use a white cane and that was really really awesome!!! You must be proud and you are proud parents. This is just a really kind tip for you, so please do not take offense. it should always be called a white cane and never called the cane a stick. It is more than just that the cane is her eyes. I absolutely love your videos and thanks for sharing.

[@geraldmoore9275]

Both girls are doing great. Mika always helps Izzie they are a great team. ❤❤❤😊😊😊😊

[@GreatLee05]

Happy New Year, Felts family! 🎊 I wonder if Isabelle would benefit from a pediatric chiropractor that has experience working with children with special needs. My good friend’s daughter has autism & she absolutely loves going to the chiropractor. She craves the pressure, & after just a few sessions, we’ve seen such an improvement in her mood & behavior.

[@ritahall8653]

My favorite thing about Christmas is my savior was born I don’t know for sure if it was exactly December 25 but it represents his special day and I love that and I love Teaching my grand children just like I did my children we had a wonderful Christmas together at church and at home it was fast and it was busy just like you’re saying yours was

[@Stephanie-kt9vh]

Happy New Year Ashley, to you, Stan and all the family!! (Is it just me or have the girls grown? They both look taller especially Izzy! You're such a good Momma!)

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Yes, they are both growing like weeds! Bitter sweet for sure.

[@shawndavis824]

It was a very hard Christmas Day for us. My daughter suffered a miscarriage early Christmas morning, but God is good and we praise Him through this storm. The rest of the holidays were quiet and restful.

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Oh man, I am so very sorry for your family's loss!

[@shawndavis824]

@@TheFeltsFamily thank you so much

[@carinekuijpers4856]

Un unbelievable 😊😊😊😊

[@elizabethbetsyschneider1647]

😊😊😊

[@susanboston4882]

Could you use white, long, compression socks for her arms?

[@renaidean3998]

Well l had an amazing lead up to Christmas my son James got married to Sophie which was a beautiful wedding, very proud Mumma l am. Two weeks ago my daughter Mary and Strickland my son in law and grandson William who is 4 &a half blessed me with a beautiful granddaughter her name is Ada Renai. So gods been amazing and wonderful. I have 4 siblings and mum so we all go out to my sisters and brothers in law farm beautiful big house , so we do the same open presents one by one then a huge Christmas lunch. Wow look at Izzy your wonderful parents she is doing fabulous walking and those stairs. Meka is such a fantastic sister and so patient with her. I would love to see your twin granddaughters see how much they’re grown.

[@Phil.4.13]

Izzy looks taller. How tall is she now? I thought she did a great job at therapy. She has made so much progress!

[@TheFeltsFamily]

She is currently 3'6''. Growing like a weed!

[@Martehoffmann8]

Happy new year guys .I unsubbed cause this became my sons account . The girls have gotten so big . Wishing this is the year Lilly grace comes home. You should do an Sbsk interview. I think it could really raise awareness for disabled kids to be adopted . Keep being a great mom.

[@anitafreeman9845]

Our school has a weighted vest that works wonders. She might do well going to school at least part time.

[@TheFeltsFamily]

Yes, we have tried them before.

[@SAHAMH123]

Christmas really sucked this year.

[@TheFeltsFamily]

I am so sorry to hear that. What happened?

[@SAHAMH123]

@@TheFeltsFamily my son really screwed up at the beginning of the year and he has been in juvenile Corrections since August 5th 2023. It was my first year in 17 years without him home for Christmas.

[@samanthamurray9655]

I have not watched in a while but I noticed that Mika is not in a Car seat how did she go from a car seat to not a even a booster seat and still in a toddler bed. I am just curious I don’t mean to be rude

[@TheFeltsFamily]

A toddler bed because she still comfortable fits in one and for spacing in her and Izzy’s room- it’s best that way for now. Just out of a car seat because she weighs enough to be out of one .

[@lesliefox]

Could you use pool noodle segments on her elbows to keep her hands from reaching her mouth?

[@sarahcooper6507]

Wonderful

[@TheFeltsFamily]

We have legit arm braces that we have used so much. For this type of hitting, the ace bandages are working well. I pull out the arm braces if things getting really bad and not manageable.