WHAT I REALLY THINK... Q & A | EMILY NORRIS

Hi Guys, in today’s video I am sharing soooo much with you guys! It’s a Q & A video - I had to change my original video plan today as poor little Jackson isn't well :-( I hope you enjoyed me talking about KZbin, trolls, skincare, weaning and more! Thanks so much as always for watching xxx
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FAQ's ❤
Q: Where is your accent from?
A: I was born and raised to Toronto, Ontario, Canada but moved to Essex in England when I was 14 years old. Hence my mixed up accent.
Q: Do you work? What do you work as?
A: I worked in Marketing and PR but I now focus on my vlog full time.
Q: Who’s in your family?
A: I have been married to Matt for since 2009, he is the love of my life! We have three sons - Fraser (born 2010), Caleb (born 2013) and Jackson (born in 2016).
Q: What camera do you use to film?
A: I film my videos with the Canon G7X and a Canon EOS M50.
Q: What lighting do you use?
A: I use natural lighting 90% of the time and a softbox light during the winter / dark evenings.
Q: Where do you get music from?
A: Epidemic Sound, Soundcloud and the KZbin Library.
Q: Do you have merch?
A: Yes I have a planner, and some jewellery. emilynorris.stilnest.com
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[@Jocawe]

Has anyone received their diary yet ? 💕 xx

[@mrsemilynorris]

We've had a total nightmare and I've been on the phone all day. The diaries all arrived in the UK and got sent back cause the UK said they were heavier than the postage we'd paid for them. They all got sent back to Germany - where I printed them! They're back and getting sent out as 'priority post' tomorrow so that takes 2 - 3 days but everyone should have it by Friday or Saturday before Christmas. Sorry the complete nightmare but they're on their way (again!) xxx

[@Jocawe]

Oh my goodness! Don’t stress, they are worth the wait 😍❤️ but Thankyou for letting us know 💕

[@nimaess2268]

Joanne Cawe mine two im still waiting

[@harmony1307]

Thanks for the update. Total nightmare but glad they will be here soon

[@LindseyDawnArt]

@@mrsemilynorris dont worry about it honestly these things happen x

[@kathy123477]

You're not older, you look like you're in your 20s,glowing and shining. I'm so glad I found your channel a year ago when I was pregnant because you are my no.1 inspiration and motivation to be a better mom to my son :)

[@ParadiseatHome]

Bernarda Seba I love how she motivates others to care for yourself while your taking care of your family. I love Emily!!

[@ninelives1991]

I don't know why anyone could troll you. You are SO SWEET. ♥️ Definitely just think they are jealous because you are the whole package. 🎁

[@yafefia84]

I loved how you said: “their advice is coming from a good place, and just ignore it!” I’m definitely taking this note!

[@ParadiseatHome]

Ам В yes!!! Completely agree.

[@tipyukw]

I love the "What I feed my kids in a day" videos! I think I've watched and rewatched them all so many times now, especially the baby led weaning ones. I don't know why it just seems like rocket science at times trying to figure out what to feed your kids 🤦 I swear I had peanut butter and jam sandwich everyday for lunch growing up and I was fine but now it's Pinterest mom's with pinwheels and toddler lasagna or what not that it can just feel overwhelming sometimes. I found your videos so refreshing because they're healthy and realistic. I'm a mom of three as well and feel like I can manage a bit better. Thank goodness for KZbin! Feels like I'm in this with so many other moms :)

[@CAsaidit]

I never minded your ads. I love your videos and if you putting in ads means you can continue making videos I'll gladly watch them. I also trust your opinion and know you wouldn't promote anything you wouldn't use yourself.

[@semsem185]

I love that duck description. One of my students wrote an essay for another teacher saying the person they want to emulate would be Miss Seema because she is so calm, happy, poised and never gets angry or upset with them. I was so flattered but I always feel like I'm calm on the outside, all my craziness happens on the inside.

[@captain7471]

You mom hacks have changed so many things in my home for the better, and I love everything you make! You are so genuine and sweet I just love every video!

[@meghanzubot5824]

I miss your “what I eat in a day videos” please bring them back!!

[@rileygilbert7772]

please!

[@luciamillanlazaro]

I love the way you are explaining about advertising, you are being polite and truly honest. I don't think you over advertise... Other youtubers are quite hypocrite about brands or avoid to answer these types of questions. Grea job by the way. I was missing you yesterday already!

[@jellis4106]

Lucía Millán Lázaro I was about to comment the same thing!

[@durbanag6061]

And you are by far the most genuine KZbinr making this kind of content. Keep up the good work Emily. Hope Jackson feels okay soon. And waiting to see you and your family in India!

[@lacyc1370]

I loved your what I eat in a day!!! I’m pregnant again now, and been watching your old pregnancy ones and pregnancy eating ones! Keep up your fav channel!!! It’s only gotten better !!!

[@smoosfy]

Dont mind me.. Im just here liking all the comments that sum up what I want to say. You are such an inspiration to me and many mums and other women around the world. ❤

[@loriwaugh8051]

Love how down to earth you are, and the fact that you give your kids sweets. Reminds me of my mom when I was growing up. You don't pretend to be perfect which is really refreshing these days 💕

[@FoodieForce]

I love your honesty don’t ever loose it. So nice to have a KZbin who is real. Last years Christmas Centre Parks had me in tears, always so awful when the little ones hurt themselves. Your boys seem so well behaved, whatever your doing your doing a good job. Wishing you all a lovely Christmas and new year x

[@janetaylor8330]

Hey, I love the way you structure your vlogs. They’re so creative and skilfully put together. Especially the way you manage to integrate the ads into them. Super excited to receive my planner too 😊 x

[@brookeanders477]

Yes would Love a weight loss video:) always love seeing what other busy mommas manage to do! Also someone suggested below and skincare video! Your skin is absolutely amazing please share✨

[@HB-ql4nl]

Please don't give in to the trolls and punish the supportive people by censoring your content! I would love to see What I Eat in a Day or what your kids eat, and so would many others! You have to do what's right for you of course, but if you want to make them and we want to see them, don't let the bad guys win!

[@ParadiseatHome]

I love Q&A videos. It’s nice to know I’m not alone with the same thoughts. Thank you for being honest and open. I so appreciate it. You’re a light!

[@MarisaManning]

Oh my gosh! You are seriously my favourite KZbin mum. I watch a few channels and I enjoy them all in different ways but you are the most down to earth, beautiful, compassionate and not-at-all annoying vlogger. I hope you can continue this work - honestly you got me though my maternity leave and will get me through my second one. You are an inspiration. X

[@LayonieJae]

Thanks for sharing Emily! I’ve missed your videos these past few days! It would be my dream to work from home and be around the kids a lot like you are! Keep ignoring the trolls and continue to do what you are doing! Hope Jackson feels better soon! xx

[@KellyDJW]

The sugar police 😂 Haha, well.. we all love Nutella in our home 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@susanschroeder9553]

OMG! Don’t sweat the small stuff is the best book ever!! You’re doing an amazing job juggling everything Emily!! I admire you and how you deal with things. Kudos to you my friend!! Merry Christmas Norris family. ❤️

[@jodiharrington6765]

Emily, I am 25 and thinking about having kids soon. You’re channel has been such an inspiration and comfort for what my future could look like. Thanks for being honest, being you and showing me how special a crazy life full of love can be. I just wanted you to know how special your channel is to me!

[@chloetham1193]

Awww Emily, what a lovely video. Thank you for being so real, honest and sincere. I know you must get told this all the time. But it bears repeating. You're just so relatable and lovely! Watching you always makes me think "it'd be so lovely to have a friend like Emily in real life". I hope you and your family will always be happy and healthy. Merry Christmas! Love from NZ ❤

[@amandahayes581]

You are so inspiring! I found your videos right after I had my first baby, and I was a mess. I didn't know what to do, and your videos gave me a sense of peace. I admire how you juggle everything so happily. I hope you can continue to do KZbin as a job so you can stay with your babies!!

[@anitakroon777]

Sweet vid. I am really happy that you started KZbin. I started to follow you when you had 3000 subscribers and after this i nearly don't wanna watch anybody else 😂 this channel helped me a lot with my afterbirth depression after second kid and now being a 3 girls mother has been just so much better. I enjoy, i am so much more relaxed and really love your channel and lovelovelove this messy and sweet motherhood Thank you 😍 keep going! 💃

[@HoshiMoshi228]

Awesome! Love your Q&A’s! Poor JJ, hope he gets better soon!

[@kristinewithak9214]

I've been watching you for years and this was my favorite q&a that you've done. Idk why exactly it just seemed like sitting down and chatting with a friend :) I hope Jackson feels better♡

[@mmady01]

Hello Emily! I am behind on watching your videos, but I continue to enjoy all of them. 😊 Thank you for sharing. I’m happy to know all other moms experience many of these realities that you do too. Keep up the great work that you do! You’re a wonderful mom and an inspirational human being! I can say you are my favorite youtuber with so much mom information. 👍 Keep motivating others and other moms like myself. Take care ❤️ -Mari

[@semetbuckland4081]

Thanks so much for your honesty!!!! The Veneers story, thanks for sharing, many KZbinrs do this and then when they are asked they deny it which I don't understand. You are a sweet wonderful mommy and I love your channel! Never change girl!

[@cicywang5032]

Don't worry Emily, you're the best, so glad to see ur videos back!

[@JulesF308]

Enjoyed this video so much and appreciate the realness. Yours is the only channel of this kind I watch, I think because you are a very likeable (is that a word?) and honest person.

[@mummyclark4590]

Thank you for doing such a honest, heartfelt video. I’m a first time mother and this really related to me and helped me feel so much better. ❤️

[@nancolorado3417]

I love your what we eat in a day vids! Use them as reference... And miss them! ❤️ Your honesty! I'll be here when we need tips on dentures lol😬

[@Fly2Faith]

Omg! No, please do a What we eat in a day video! I love and use them for ideas all the time and a new one would be great Hadn't seen the ending yet, hope Jackson is better soon ❤❤

[@patricebailey1473]

You should be so proud of your brand partnerships!! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@lessismore7018]

Really enjoying your Vlogmas! Your hard work shows and it’s much appreciated! Also, love your hair pulled back ❤️

[@LindseyDawnArt]

Im really proud of you too i think youve done amazingly well. I started a channel 2 years ago because of watching you. Its been very slow building up my subscribers but i apsolutely love it. I have 4 kids including twin babies who are 2 now. I hope jackson feels better soon bless him x

[@theayurvedicmum]

Loved this Q & A, your honesty and your calm with your kids is amazing 😊

[@martatofaleanu8393]

I think this is my favourite Q&A at the moment. I love your channel and I hope I'll see you here for a very long time. Keep doing, you are the best 🤗

[@Bibliobelle_]

Hi Emily! Happy New Year! I just want to say that you are such a pleasant person and I really enjoy watching your channel.

[@asoto2011]

You are such an incredible mom!!! I just had my first baby boy in August and I have relied on your channel as my mommy survival guide. Thank you Emily!!!!

[@userunavailable._]

Yes I'd love,a weight loss video x 💓 Also a suggestion for a video:a skincare video please!! 😍🔥❤

[@yafefia84]

Agreed! Weight loss video is a great idea

[@userunavailable._]

Ам В Yess,it would really motivate us x

[@aislingahearne610]

You are such an inspiration ❤️ you mark being a mother look so easy you are an amazing mother and person x keep up what your doing 💗

[@lifeingeneral7761]

Here’s how you put your dentures in 😂❤️love it!

[@ParadiseatHome]

Life In general I’d watch it with you!!! 🤣

[@MafaldaM17]

You truly do an amazing job, and your calm and positivity are just what everyone should achieve! Much love 💗

[@HippieHousewife]

This was a great video...getting to know more about your KZbin growth and how you got started were my favorite parts. And dont fret, there will always be trolls dear. I just vented in one of my videos about them too haha, pay no mind or energy to those crappy people. Your mind set is so similar to mine (good old Pisces hah). 😁 Thanks for sharing! Hope you and the family have a lovely Christmas!

[@jennyt7612]

Thanks for another great video Emily. I cannot see why anyone would criticise anything you post - you are the loveliest mum & I enjoy all your videos. I was able to use a lot of your baby care ideas when I mind my grandchildren - especially the baby led weaning & using baby wipes for floor & high chair cleanup! Have been following you for a while now & you are still my favourite on KZbin. Have a lovely Christmas with your sweet family & I hope Jackson is better soon

[@Borntobereading]

I love your videos! I plan to start my KZbin channel next year. It's always something I have wanted to do! I think it's amazing that you're able to make an income and stay home with your babies! I hope Jackson feels better soon! ❤️

[@abigailgraham9719]

First ❤️❤️hope Jackson feels better x

[@ellietrout192]

Your boys are so happy and healthy! I loved watching the food diary type videos, do what you enjoy xxx

[@pew9277]

Bless his little heart. Will be praying for little Jackson to get well. Love your video's. Hope you do them for as long as you possibility can. God bless and Merry Christmas.

[@WELWON]

😂😂😂😂’this is how you put your dentures in’ - can’t wait to see that video! X

[@zanebeinare2433]

I'm so Happy that I found your channel over a year more ago now when I was pregnant expecting my first baby . You're so natural positive and very open personality. I didn't had no clue at all i was so frustrated and you inspired me also motivated to be a best mom to my son :) Hes going to be 9 month old soon where that time does flies isn't Emily ;-) Hope Jackson will be better soon xxx Looking Forward for Your next videos Cxxxxx

[@mamatofive1]

I have no disrespect for you at all, doing ads...I think any one of us would do it, if given the opportunity. 😊

[@mrsemilynorris]

Thank you so much - I agree xx

[@jovicrazed]

You are so lovely, Emily. I do not have children so your day to day life is entirely different than mine but I just love watching you and your family. Your round the world trip must have been amazing. Hope Jackson feels better soon.

[@soniabenhamed8549]

Ohh. That was such a sweet and chilled video xx Jackson get well soon

[@jasminegoodyear9296]

Aw Emily, I love your 'what you feed your kids in a day' videos! Please don't be put off making them.... I always look for them when im trying to think of new ideas of what to feed my little one! Pls ignore the sugar police.... your kids are clearly healthy and happy, you do a brilliant job with them. your ideas are so helpful, honestly! I could say more against the haters... but I'll hold my tongue (thumb!)... wish they would too 🙊

[@RosietheGirls]

Love this video! I’m a stay at home/working mum & I can definitely relate to how hard it can be sometimes but it’s so worthwhile. I’ve recently started KZbin too to share our family memories xx

[@display_name2121]

Love you! You are so authentic and genuine. Have a fantastic day! 😊 These were all such great questions!

[@AlexaPrinno]

Hi babe! Just wanted to tell you how helpful all your videos have been during my pregnancy and leading up to when I’m due in May. Love your channel! X

[@shesonabudget4046]

I just adore you and your videos Emily, you are always so sweet and genuine! I have a daughter that just turned one last month so I can totally understand the duck concept! Keep doing you - love from Australia

[@SoSallyo]

Love you in a simple white T Em! I remember watching your composite veneers video ages ago. I’m actually getting mine done in Jan! I am SO excited x

[@Farah-sh4fr]

The best QnA I’ve seen in a while

[@userunavailable._]

1st comment x aw,hope jacksie is better soon ❤ can't wait to watch x have a good Christmas Emily x 🎄

[@NaptimeNigella]

Loving your Christmas content! Just do what videos you can do, and worry of life gets in the way, we all understand xx

[@ebonycameron465]

Hope you’re feeling better baby Jax 💔 I know how hard it is to run a successful home business, my wedding video business hit its peak right before I had my first baby. I filmed a 17 hr day at 8 months pregnant and by the time my daughter was 6 months I had edited 9 full weddings. Each edit was up to 40 hours each. I would work until the sun came up and I pretty much haven’t recovered from the guilt and anxiety that I suffered from. I gave it up the second I found out I was pregnant again, but watching you makes me think soon it could be possible to start again so I am enrolling in a celebrant course that starts in the new year. Thank you for sharing, warts and all, you give hope and comfort to many of us xx

[@amaan4566]

One of the reasons I love your channel is because your so nice and always smiling ❤️ even though people are mean to you, which I can’t understand why?. If people don’t like something why can’t they switch the channel and not write anything if that can’t say anything nice . 💙 hope little Jackson is feeling better now xx

[@MrsPerlas123]

Big kisses from Lithuania😘😘😘. I love your videos, thanks for doing them. I have 2 kids, a daughter 19 years, she is an art student and a little boy, he is 1,8 years old. On a hard days when the world is on fire💥💥, I always try to wach any of your videos. And the life are back to normal again😁😁😁. All the best to your little Jackson⛄️.

[@martatustian9106]

I can totally see you making those videos “how to put your dentures in” 😂 you so creative, always smiling. X

[@rebekahmitchell1804]

I will definitely be there for the denture video 😂 Hope Jackson's ok Emily xxx

[@sabihakhankhara352]

I think your so creative with how you put your ads in. I find some KZbinrs videos very abrupt in how they’ve put it in. Hope Jackson feels better soon. X

[@hopebambridge7256]

Love it when you do sit down like this and well all your videos hope poor Jackson feels better soon ❤

[@katiesmith9201]

i didn't even realise i've been watching you for a year until you brought up the Jackson story 😂❤️

[@charleysl2137]

I love your videos Emily, I’m having a baby myself in just under 14 weeks and your videos are really helping me to prepare 😬 I’m only 19 and have my own house so trying to hopefully keep on top of everything and find a routine soon enough! Thankyou xx

[@danielaaltamirano4690]

It’s amazing how honest you are! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bmealyl7057]

Wow you just named Thailand in one your favorite countries in Asia! I’m your Thai fan but live in Spain with my English husband atm, im a mum of 2 under 2 which very hard when there’s no family around to help at all. I found your videos very inspiring and help me strong. Thank you Emily. Hope you and your family have a great holidays xxx

[@amberhunt7269]

So lovely how you said 'and obviously he's so handsome' about Matt in that dreamy way 😊

[@niandra4432]

Emily, you are such a sweetheart. I LOVE your "What my kids eat in a day" videos and I would be very pleased if you do more of those. It gives me a lot of inspiration for my 16 month old baby boy. Kisses from the Czech republic.

[@lchow1282]

How can someone troll Emily? You're the the sweetest, most honest and down to earth KZbinr. I hope you can continue to do ADs so you can create content for us.

[@abbiesmith-donaldson8488]

Hey Emily. Great video (obviously) I have a suggestion: you could maybe show us what you use to wash the boy's maybe a suggestion to us and for children to what good shampoos you use. You could do a video just like this and go through what shampoos you would recommend xxx

[@88MarieJuana]

I just just love love your positivity. You have a lovely smile which made my day. Im a mom of a little boy too. ❤️

[@sophelisa89]

I love these Emily! You are such a massive inspiration to me, I started filming KZbin videos because of you 💕 xxx

[@lisaseidenkranz3211]

Really great Q&A!! I raised 3 boys as well, yes your food bill does explode.😆 I agree, strict bedtimes are good for the kids and for you. Have a good night. Feel better Jackson

[@Nadia09241]

Love the videos of you showing us what you/the boys are eating (I’ve made your pancakes and and made your quesadillas)! And honestly, when I see your videos with the boys having sweets, I’m like, oh, maybe I should lighten up and let my boy have a sweet, too! Lol

[@triciajohnson10]

I am so amazed that people will tell you how to raise your kids. To think they actually tell you not to do this or that blows me away. Sorry for that. I think you're doing great!

[@ButacuPpucatuB]

Thank you so much for your stellar example. I have been wrestling with the idea of creating my own channel. I really would like to create and start but, the thought of the backlash was a daunting thought. I appreciate that you have shared that you, at times, will change to another idea just to avoid some comments. I have done that myself in a lesson I would want to teach. In that same breath, don’t stop being yourself. This manipulation to put pressure on another in order to have them perform in another way - that’s inhumaine and not acceptable!!! I would add, that this is the level of some people’s existence. I love you and support you, and wish you and your family a Happy Christmas🎄❤️

[@BibiLilibeth]

I love watching these videos. 💕💕💕 I love that you encourage others to also make their channels. I just recently started vlogs and Im working on keeping an active channel. Hope Jackson gets better. Love your videos. Thank you for sharing so much with us. 💕💕💕💕

[@MemineandOurs]

Loved this q&a :) Iv heard that book is good too, think I’ll have a look on audible to see if it’s on there. Hope Jackson feels better soon 💜 xx

[@susanschroeder9553]

You do YOU and to heck with the haters!! You have a lovely, darling family. What works for you may not Work for someone else. Take it with a grain of salt hun. You’re doing an amazing job juggling all you have on your plate.

[@sineadoregan1993]

I’m on my lunch break watching ur video and seeing u cuddle Jackson, makes me miss my little toddler so much 😂😂😂 so lovely for them they have u at home 🏡 xxxx merry Xmas ❤️

[@thelinnanes]

Awe poor Jackson hope he's better soon!!....please please ignore any trolls I would LOVE to see another what I eat in a day video....you give the best advice and I actually listen to you haha xxx

[@ArksJunction]

Hope Jackson is doing well now! Love all ur videos.. u inspired me to start my channel as well! Thanks for that.

[@16397AMWKAT]

Lovely video Emily! Put my boys to bed and sat down with a big cuppa as soon as I saw q&a. I think you should do those videos you love, pay no mind to the trolls! At the end of the day we all have our own ways of doing things, we shouldn't judge anyone else, just measure our success by who we were yesterday. A message to all the mamas watching, we should spread kindness and love. Everyone is facing a battle nobody can see. They might have just received a tough diagnosis, have an unwell child, be financially challenged, suffering with mental health, going through a relationship breakdown - the internet has made people so judgemental and frankly mean. It does not improve our lives so lets follow a simple rule: be kind and treat others how you wish to be treated. Thank you for another great video, also please do a weight loss video, just had my 2nd and cant seem to lose weight while breastfeeding :(

[@mrsemilynorris]

I love this comment - thank you so much xx

[@susanschroeder9553]

Hannah Dauud this is the sweetest kindest Post ever. ❤️❤️

[@erinomar3650]

I love how genuine you are ♥️

[@jenniferbreton7275]

I hope Jackson feels better soon! I always love watching your videos.

[@jenaflor]

Whatever anyone says, your "What I Eat In A Day" videos were definitely my favorite! Who cares what other people say, there are loads of us who love you for who you are. Anything you put out is always good content no matter what it is. This is your job, this is what you're doing to provide for your family. Heck, you could put up that video when you're 80 teaching us how to put on dentures and I STILL would be following along with ya. Keep it up, mama Em. 💕 Don't let anyone's words get in your way of your success. Be who YOU are and do what YOU love. Always remember that.

[@natalieegan3246]

Loved this video! Aaannnddd my planner arrived yesterday! I really love it Emily, the format is awesome and you seem to have thought of everything! Ive just started back going back at work after Mat leave and bought this for myself as a gift!

[@mcoo67]

Please, please do a weight loss video and tips to stay in shape with kids x