Real Families: Insights into Modern Day Parenting Challenges | Full Episode

Australian parenting expert Professor Matt Sanders is helping UK parents tame their children through a new reality television program and a national parenting study. Driving Mum and Dad Mad helps rescue five families whose children were pushing their parents to the limit.
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[@felucca]

9:20 So let me get this right... Rhys is listening attentively throughout the entire explanation and even asking questions to make sure he understood everything correctly - and the dad gets frustrated with him , snaps at him, rolls his eyes at him, makes a snide comment about how Rhys is going to get timeouts often, and then sends him off to his bedroom for no discernible reason? Perhaps the dad is the one who needs disciplining.

[@thomasreese5653]

My heart goes out to Gary. He's really determined to make it work. As a side note, I like how he ends every sentence with the word "Yeah".

[@lilmissrockchick4962]

If Rhys' Dad behaves the way he does in front of his family, I can't imagine how he treats his family when cameras aren't there

[@dominewimbury2039]

Poor Rhys. Simon is a bloody bully

[@thedustfairy5655]

Simon is a disgrace

[@dominewimbury2039]

Wow! That's amazing the way Aaron has gone to bed so easily on his own for one whole week. Good boy

[@ophiecat]

@Domine Wimbury Gary took to the program and did very well with the rules. What a good father.

[@marquisdehoto1638]

it isn't always the child ... most of the time it's the parents

[@emo7636]

Except sometimes the kid actually does have horrible behavior.

[@cupofchai6209]

You can tell how defensive Simon is when he folds his arms. Clearly he is abusive, mentally and emotionally. ☹️

[@zoemason5135]

Simon is absolutely horrible no kid deserves a dad like that 😡😡

[@michelletyler6893]

Agreed, he aggressive seemingly un-provoked to the children and he will do some serious damage to them mentally with his actions.

[@emmalynch3995]

He's vile to those children

[@pnumenwiese]

I agree. He is a peace of s***. No child deserves this 'dad'. He makes me so angry!

[@lindathrall5133]

Zoe Mason I hope the kid turns on his dad and let’s his dad where he stands. Yelling and anger can kill

[@kiwidreams3]

Zoe Mason off subject but wtf is Simon wearing? Women’s short tights?

[@verenafischer4316]

Damn im a Single mum but i would never speak to my child Like Simon to His son 😭😭 Poor Rhys i want to hug him 😭😭

[@dominewimbury2039]

Sue. Kick Simon out FFS. What do you love about him? That he constantly shouts and swears at your innocent children? Really? Nah. He'd be straight out if it was me. He's not a man

[@WeatherInOrlando]

The divorce alarm went off in my head as soon as he was on screen. DIVORCE DIVORCE DIVORCE DIVORCE

[@aboutagirl5085]

let's be honest, he's so aggressive she's probably scared of him too

[@kaiericjohnfriendship3380]

Why dose he only bully reece

[@tomconnell2327]

Maybe Simon's dad was like that with him of course that doesn't give Simon an excuse though.

[@ckramer71]

Poor Rhys, he looks like he feels so unloved when his dad yells at/about him. It breaks my heart and it's not even my kid. How can they look at him hanging his sweet little head and continue to berate him?

[@heddispaghetti8189]

Rhys’s dad disgusts me. How can you talk to your child like that..from experience, being called names like that from your own mother or father is heartbreaking

[@caitlinmorrisxx9546]

Lucy Skye Diamond and then he expects him to behave after he’s treated him like that?

[@joycetaylor8057]

Poor Reese. If daddy is so regimented why doesn't he clean up his house, paint the walls and act like a grown up

[@lessehead]

Joyce Taylor Agreed. A chaotic environment contributes to chaotic behavior in children.

[@superdupersnowflake]

The house is absolutely appalling I can’t believe it

[@tanyam8462]

Simon's treatment of his family is appalling. It scares me to think that's how Simon behaves in front of a camera crew - can you imagine when the cameras aren't there?

[@JackFan2004]

He changes.

[@seamikki6510]

I didn't hear one parent explain to the children why they were put in time out! That's the first thing you do!

[@juneclemments4996]

I really want to sit simon down and explain to him how damaging his anger is, i had a dad just like him and it really messes a kid up walking on ice and feeling hated let alone the violence. A lot of parents argue they were raised that way and they turned out fine but if you look at Simon's anger and inability to connect with his kids there's clearly damage

[@sarahmyers1386]

after watching this I'm soooo grateful for my well behaved 4 year old daughter... I like to think I'm partially responsible for her good behavior, she is absolutely wonderful!

[@verenafischer4316]

I know what you mean. My 4 year old Daughter is very friendly too and know how to behave good. And im a single mum but i feel so sorry for this children 😢

[@RicheeBe]

my baby was normal rambunctious boy . but he was kind and listened

[@Ebby-lu3cy]

It’s bothering me on episode 3 that little Elizabeth isn’t going to some type of sign language school. Hopefully she is & it just hasn’t been said yet. My bio dad was like Simon except drunk all the time. It’s an awful way for a child to live. When my mom remarried when I was 12 & my (step) dad was nice, kind, firm but understanding & loving I was so confused & rejected him out of fear, confusion. Ultimately we ended up having a wonderful relationship better than many biological fathers & daughters. He passed away a few months ago, & the best part of him was he was 22 yrs older than my mom & had already raised 3 kids...he didn’t have to devote a second of time into raising a bratty teenager, but he did. I’m so much better for him taking his time to be my father & my dad. 💗 I hope Simon learns to manage another way.

[@ang8158]

Glad you had a good step father, I had one as well and we are lucky for that💕💕

[@pnumenwiese]

Hello happy 🐸! I'm sorry for your loss, but I belive, you are a good person. Keep your dad (❤️the beloved one) in your Heart. All the best wishes for you and your family.

[@jessicawatson7360]

aHapPyFroG I think it said she was getting support at skl.

[@kkaterina12]

Your comment is powerful.

[@JackFan2004]

Watch this video. Watch the video for the last part of this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4G1g4xnYtaLsNk It's the final part of the course. By the end, both SImon and Reese seem to have done a complete 180 in their behavior (Reese is better behaved, and dad isn't cursing and screaming at the poor kid anymore), they seem to have a much better relationship and are bonding in the way a father and son should.

[@mominakhan5872]

Tracy and Simon are the worst parents, they should get some help themselves instead of their kids

[@Crazycatlady71]

Their kids should be removed from their house! Neither parent appear to love their children and the abuse is devastating. Those poor kids.

[@jadeshimmin1285]

There is a camera crew at your house mate you might want to wear something other than your underwear 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@Cristinact]

Well, that says so much about the mental state of that man...

[@kissarococo2459]

but why? You got them trapped and they have to film you.....creepy music

[@Jaime-kb4ql]

I love when ppl say.....mate! I love it mate!

[@jessicawatson7360]

Jaime Sarro why it’s a normal phrase.

[@mcbclark1163]

I totally agree with Jade there is a camera crew and you can't wear your underwear and Elizabeth should know better

[@veramele]

Rhy's dad needs to go to anger management

[@veramele]

seriously, he shouldnt be allowed near them if hes threatening to punch them, disgusting

[@MsJenn1985]

I hope social were contacted due to the fashion you can tell that its a while ago xx

[@mayapfeifer4763]

@@veramele hh u

[@rachellilley1518]

Don't judge........ no one is perfect and kiddos do not come with instructions.

[@Christenloves1999]

Yes he does

[@shannongernon6647]

I'm so surprised social care haven't gotten involved with Simon and Tracey, those poor kids

[@sarahtonen4873]

cameron's mum is classic. reading off the crib sheet as she tucks him in. that was totally me with my wild child, he's tamer now!

[@RibbitHopX]

Cameron is 3 years old in this film and they give him a bottle and a pacifier? Simon needs the therapy and perhaps jail for what seems like emotional abuse.

[@jacquelinehunt7794]

RibbitHopX nothing wrong with a bottle at bedtime if it helps him to settle his main problem is he’s a spoilt brat who needs a good smack.

[@brittany7jeffrey4]

@@jacquelinehunt7794 The bottle at his age will completely rot all of his teeth out!

[@jacquelinehunt7794]

RibbitHopX like I said a good hiding is needed.

[@jacquelinehunt7794]

Lisa Owens not with milk or water in it and just at night time and weaning him off it gradually.

[@aujuliawod]

3 year olds are still so little. That’s just so judgemental. Every child is different. It’s not emotionally abusive to give them something comforting. That’s just BS.

[@nightstar3171]

That man Simon is disgusting I wouldn't stand for my husband behaving like him. I'd kick him out.

[@chanyphilly8266]

How many times did I hear the word "please" from the parents? And they wonder why their approach wasn't working?

[@electricisnotonfire_4078]

10:04 that house is disgusting 🤮🤮

[@jojo.carterxo]

He literally getting up his kid about stairs/steps. Then instead of punishing them like they said they would, time out etc, he orders him to his room.

[@Emily-vs9ju]

Tracey’s husband says “yeah” literally a million times every time he’s on film!!!

[@IronicLamoWithAwsome]

These are my favorite uploads on this channel! I love how to get her son to bed, she's just reading the instructions like she's putting a table together😝😍

[@ayarikiyo2178]

Lol.

[@cupofchai6209]

These are my favorite too on this channel.

[@funwithaniya3557]

How is the dad going to get mad when his son is tryin to understand his consequences 😒😒😒😒😒😒😒😒

[@dominewimbury2039]

Too impatient and aggressive

[@sassyg467]

I used to work in a unit where parents and children under 5 came into for a residential stay due to sleeping, eating or behavioural issues. These parents are struggling to implement strategies that a mostly foreign to them and sadly are destined to fail many times before finally succeeding. As a therapist working with parents and children, I would break down the strategies into basic steps so parents could follow and have insight as to why their children behave as they do. For example, when putting to bed, return them to their bed three times explaining what you want them to do. After the third time, just take them back to bed, no eye contact, no discussion etc. remember you can outlast their desire to keep getting out of bed. They get the message.

[@nybsbfan18]

And take the tv out of their room(s)!!!

[@amber_Forever16]

@ByeBitch 《 yep!

[@pommiebears]

Sassy G oh please...a parent has to be told that swearing at your child is bad parenting and causes poor behaviour? If a parent is that obtuse as to not know that swearing is extremely detrimental to their child, they shouldn’t have children.

[@deonmcdaniel1826]

Super nanny is the best!!

[@snorkmaiden4ever]

Like the Bixley Family from Peterborough!

[@snorkmaiden4ever]

Like the Bixley Family from Peterborough!

[@ladydrone2345]

l feel so sorry for Rhys. The poor boy is desperate for his daddy's attention and all he gets is abuse. He's a lovely little lad.

[@snowdust3657]

2 minutes in and I am shocked at how that man speaks to his son. Utterly disgusting! I wouldn’t have anyone speak to my son like that.

[@melloangelwolf8611]

Simons actions would be considered child abuse in the US, and anywhere. 15:40 you can just feel how much he hates his kid

[@andreap9869]

Giving Cameron drinks at bedtime is just going to keep him up more

[@krystalwhitehead8977]

21:13 It's funny how she had to pause in the middle of her sentence,turn around and read the manual so she knows what to say.XD

[@jpt7667]

All that over a spilt drink.... poor kid. Difference between order and controlling/abusive

[@loyalsmith9795]

1:35 instead of yelling, they should have had Reese clean up his mess properly ... not allow him to go to his room and play video games.. he’s old enough.

[@og6920]

What happens when little Aaron is 16 years old, 6 feet tall and 200 pounds, and is that out of control? The way he hits his siblings is completely unacceptable. The little daughter will grow up thinking it's normal for men to hit her.

[@dnewell9710]

I know this family. , Aaron is perfectly fine now. His sister has an amazing fiance and child. It's shocking watching this and knowing how well they have turnt out.

[@dominewimbury2039]

@@dnewell9710 that's brilliant. How are the parents? I liked Gary, and I liked Tracey as well despite her shouting and swearing

[@dnewell9710]

@@dominewimbury2039 Sadly Gary passed away in a few years ago, Tracey's doing OK but I don't speak to her.

[@SunFlower-x3]

He talks clearly and takes a bottle and pacifier? Ridiculous!!! You parents deserve all of this.

[@superdupersnowflake]

Yep . can’t believe they still have a pacifier 😂

[@ollydeherrera7281]

I want to know Simon's due date

[@Gwenllian5762]

Olivia DeHerrera 🤣🤣

[@cassidyjade2221]

Olivia DeHerrera in about 10 years he overdue 😂

[@lillithsternin7428]

I feel sad for Paula. I think she was abit depressed. Probably brought on by sleep deprivation and worry. It doesn't seem that these kids do alot during the day. They should put them in loads of activities so they interact with other adults and kids and also tire them out.

[@JackFan2004]

Her attitude is part of the problem. She even admits (not in this video, but at the end of the program) that when she is in a pissy mood and is negative towards him, he feeds off of that. When she is calm, he is calm. Watch this video. It's the end of the program, she starts to understand her role in his behavior and makes a change. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4G1g4xnYtaLsNk

[@siobhanbradley9244]

I love how there's a cheat sheet to parenting 😂😂

[@LionKing-bx2ic]

Jo Frost, supernanny-that is fab!

[@donnatubbs8853]

Put on a pair of pants and paint your filthy walls!

[@deannashields3934]

Donna Tubbs 😂😂😂

[@tunebros2]

I was wondering what those shorts were all about.

[@TheWoodlandpixie]

Those are his pants, it's trousers he needs

[@amber_Forever16]

@@TheWoodlandpixie in the u.s trousers and pants are the same thing, so to us he's wearing his underwear

[@sarahgriffin6634]

I don’t feel bad for the parents because their kids weren’t born like that and how they act is based on how they have been raised. Who raised them? The parents

[@cassandra.complex]

I feel bad for the kids, with parents like that. :(

[@brittany7jeffrey4]

@@cassandra.complex Especially all the siblings!

[@wellhellothere5688]

Yeah, disgusting. But the parents parents was probly not the best either.

[@spacewombat6174]

Oh no. Listening to Aarons family sounds like a clip from the Jeremy Kyle Show.

[@nanaof6babies]

I can't imagine living next door to any of these families.

[@deniseg-hill1730]

Why are some of these houses such a mess and undecorated.

[@SicYennefer]

I'm shocked that it's the third episode and noone has yet told those terrible parents at least this one thing that hitting their child is a crime.

[@rachellilley1518]

Simon is very honest and knows his faults. We can all say what we think he should do..... he knows what to do and we are not in their shoes. Looks very stressful and not much fun

[@LuckyBadger]

You know what I've learned from these shows? If you give a boy a mohawk haircut, he's guaranteed to be a hellion. It's like you've already guaranteed it.

[@Stephen_Strange]

Lessons in Parenting are needed by some. These children are classed as 'at risk' by social services, simply because the parents are having their personal issues, taking it out on the children. 1. Hitting is cyclic. Parent physically violent = children learn to hit back. 2. Shouting is cyclic. Parents shout at children a lot = Children learn to shout back. 3. Rewards for positive behaviour = behaviour is positive, rewards! 4. Keep calm and be consistent and fair. Best Wishes to you all!

[@mrsprincenelson5756]

God that man who swears up those stairs!

[@skarg1999]

There house wallpaper, decor and stairs are mank

[@alishaking9742]

it was filmed in the 90's!

[@lynnelusch9508]

He clearly doesn't provide in anyway!

[@Luis_Armstrong]

Alisha King *this was in the 90s*. Oh my god. Wonder how the kids feel nowadays

[@atiflutwyche423]

That looks like early 2000s like 2001

[@ayarikiyo2178]

Looking forward to the next episode. Thank you for the upload. :)

[@gillianbrookwell1678]

Aaron is a little brat. My kids weren't allowed to walk around the house with food. There's so much foul language on their kids, they are going to think its okay. A pacifier at this age? Never. The bottle of milk at night will rot his teeth.

[@pommiebears]

Gillian Brookwell bottle of milk won’t rot his teeth! A bottle of juice would, but not milk. There’s nothing in it to rot the teeth. But, sugary drinks in bottles are really bad for teeth.

[@wheelchairhousewife]

Pommie bears Milk absolutely can rot teeth. It is full of sugar called lactose. Britain has an epidemic of rotted teeth in pre-schoolers, causing them to require surgical removal of all their baby teeth. Their gov’t. paid medical care doesn’t cover dental care/education. They also have a problem with “glue ear” from being around so much cigarette smoke.

[@pommiebears]

Julie Drea well...you learn something new everyday! 👍🏼

[@wheelchairhousewife]

Pommie bears Thanks for being nice! Sometimes folks get rude if you disagree .... especially with my answer sounding a bit too “know it all” 🤭🙄🙂

[@pommiebears]

Julie Drea if I genuinely have something that I’ve gotten wrong, I’m always happy to say I’m wrong. I honestly didn’t know it could rot teeth. Now I do...lol! 🌸

[@holliepaige6525]

The dad is like my dad 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Cristinact]

Thank you, I was waiting for this episode :)

[@katiethomas5889]

The more you argue with a child the more it turns into a power struggle. I find its best to explain in easy to understand words, and then remind them. Consequences too if they need it. And no one is perfect, but be consistent.

[@relrelxo850]

i could say that asian and black parents are mostly good parents. They’ve tought us well like respecting other and abt discipline.

[@janicewolk357]

Who gives a 3.5 year old kid a bottle???

[@oliviahemingway1521]

Idiots

[@evelynhallows7895]

This me and my life but I’m the kid who doesn’t get told my brother is 🤣👽

[@robinmurray5266]

One thing I used to do was hit the main power switch for the whole house. Things went dark and silence. The girls would freeze and wonder what happened. I would act surprised and just whisper that we needed to listen. Stopped all fights and they focused.

[@IamtheNoodleGirl]

Aaron, your mother’s told you off, you’re grounded for swearing at her!

[@dominewimbury2039]

Hope Simon Hunt was put in prison for that abuse. It's telling that he left his own parents when he was sixteen. Now he's just putting that on his poor son and his other kids!

[@douglasransom4138]

Rhymes with hunt

[@dominewimbury2039]

@@douglasransom4138 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tomconnell2327]

He probably left because home at 16 because his Dad was like that with him and as you said he is just putting that his kids.

[@maburg713]

Simon "I Like Discipline And Order Cuz I Was In The Army" has got MAJOR Anger Issues, doesn't he?? Especially towards little Reese. I don't disagree AT ALL that these kids need to change drastically. They are horribly behaved, and these parents are feeding it. But Simon is abusive, both verbally, and I suspect physically, and she (wife) needs to seriously consider her other "options". And Jane and her hubby need to learn to tell Cameron "NO", because if they don't they're going to really regret his teen years.

[@crazylady61]

I reckon the family would be better off without Simon too. This just proves that 2 parents are not always the best thing, but if the mothers were battling this on their own, people would say it's because they don't have a father figure at home...they're all bloody clueless!

[@RI_TREYAH]

Who doesn’t decorate their kids bedroom ffs...terrible

[@lynnelusch9508]

He clearly doesn't provide in anyway!

[@missunderstood7830]

Horrible parents 😡😡😡😡 hope social services are watching this. Poor kids. Honestly how do U expect these kids to ever stand a chance with skatty parents like this

[@alinacialicu3256]

Are you better? They try to be good parents

[@missunderstood7830]

Much better thankyou. I'm referring to the dad who keeps swearing non stop and his wife. They openly threaten to harm there children and the mother actually hits her son on camera.. How on earth do they expect there children to grow up if this is what they have to witness and listen to daily?? I'm a single mother of 2 very naughty children but A I do not swear to them and B I don't threaten to harm them and C i do not hit my children. They lead by example.. so before you comment check your facts Alina

[@snorkmaiden4ever]

Simon is in a bad mood with his son, Rhys!

[@cassidyjade2221]

The red head lady is smart for reading the sheet

[@marianthipapastergiadis7744]

Simon needs to be locked up. Reminds me of my dad. Disgusting

[@synneatssin]

All kids deserve parents but not all parents deserve kids

[@lindathrall5133]

Simon's yelling can kill someone with hypertension I would tell him put your anger out to the road and leave it there don't bring it in the house if you do I'll throw you out the door

[@angelamcdonald3052]

not only do they need to learn discipline but they also need to learn how to have respect for their children and how to treat their children like human beings and maybe if they did that along with some discipline and structure their kids might respect them and act right

[@calvinliu6304]

Paula tell Angus stay in his room for 1 min

[@blanchybaby]

I don’t like children, even well behaved kids annoy me. I cannot stand little brats like these! I never want/wanted kids and this has only confirmed it.

[@aimeejenner3371]

I much prefer supernannys methods to this.

[@sashypooh409]

It's almost the same except Jo isn't there to guide them. So the parents are left to their own devices.

[@ckramer71]

Dang, a bottle and pacifier at 3 and a half? Cameron is going to have a lot of teeth problems.

[@alondasugar]

Discipline your children, have a routine and be consistent!! 🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️

[@marclabrie6027]

I agree

[@sophiekerr9799]

Kids can be brats but a still love em

[@srtj.av.2556]

Poor kid that man is a bully he need a knew dad that's all

[@Kinemastermovies]

1:42 ALRIGHT ALRIGHT AAALLLLIRRRRRRRIIIIIGGGGHHHHTTT!!!! I wanna get a DrInK

[@Kinemastermovies]

Bonus: 1:44

[@kolio4917]

That 3 yr old still has a bottle......what the auctal

[@evelynreid2880]

My friends daughter isn't even 2 yet and she drinks from a trainer cup.

[@snorkmaiden4ever]

12:55 NO!!!

[@janmareecarmody4022]

Chavs

[@diangelochacon3954]

0:03 I heard Simon say to the kid your grounded for life.

[@arianbaseball1089]

It's actually gary

[@BarbAF100]

I hope all parents in the UK don't use this kind of language in front of their children!

[@oliviahemingway1521]

most do

[@rachelwakefield3607]

No Olivia Hemingway, most don't. Idiot. Just because you or your parents might have, doesn't mean everyone is like that!!!

[@dominewimbury2039]

@@oliviahemingway1521 not true

[@oliviahemingway1521]

@@rachelwakefield3607 I wasn't saying that every parent swears in front of their children in the UK.

[@marylyn66]

I know right. I've never seen children in Canada where I live scream, swear and physically attack their parents the way these children do. Ive raised 4 children and been around children all my life. I don't understand the anger and it seems to be contagious as well.

[@sassyg467]

What behaviour seems to be a constant with the parents is their sitting on the couch, in a restaurant etc where children require attention or direction in activities. Lazy parenting when this time of their children's life will be over soon enough.

[@snorkmaiden4ever]

13:09 NO!!

[@puritycourtois1724]

Divorce Simon now!!

[@superdupersnowflake]

The house too is so dirty and old . I can’t believe they live like that :(

[@jobones2004]

Thats disgusting......that father walking around in his underwear like that........ My father never even walked around without a shirt on in front of me and my brothers and sisters......

[@tomconnell8180]

Simon was wrong to do what he did. It is fairly obvious he grew up in a very tough environment with his dad probably doing the same thing to him. But one thing I can say is he is willing to change and did this course.

[@kkdoc7864]

A bottle and a binkie for a kid almost 4 yrs old?????

[@cinsin6249]

That is a sure sign of doing what is easy and not what is best

[@IamtheNoodleGirl]

1:07 Rhys

[@MS-tw5qv]

Too many people sitting around on their sofas doing nothing in the daytime !