Interviewing My Mom About Raising A Blind Daughter…
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I'm Molly, a typical sushi, makeup, and fashion loving millennial girl who just so happens to be blind! I was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa at just 4 years old and began public speaking at age 5. I started just doing motivational speaking, but now I make videos and even model! Even though I can’t see, I know that there are bright spots in everything we face. Let’s find them together. 💕
What other questions would you like my mom to answer? Would you be interested in seeing another video like this one?
I love your videos your my fave UA-camr 🤩💕
Hi!!!!!
Def see ur mom in more videos
I didn’t realize I was so early. I love your channel Molly. I am only a year younger than you but I learn so much from you. I am so happy for you and your success.
My question for mama bee is : we’re you both always on the same page about the stages of going blind or did molly have to give you a little more of her perspective on going through it later?
She should interview her brother, too:))
Yes
OLLYwood yes!! And maybe her dad :)
@@amyj4106 yeah
That would be great!
Niamh is also one of my friend's name. She tried to tell someone "like Steve but with an "n." And they said "Steven?"
Oh my God, you killed me 🤣🤣🤣 !
they're not wrong thooo, but defo not right 🤣
That happened to me with my name Ina. I told the starbucks employee „Like Nina but without the N“ and he writes „Nia“ 😅
HAHAHAHAHA Steven
@@missrobinhoodie Wrong N, try again 🤣
i think this is great because we get to know your mom’s point of view as a parent.
That’s kinda the whole point
This is my name she was just being nice and she liked it chill
Agree❤️
@@brookes7020 Nothing mean about the reply, it is accurate. Also nothing wrong with the original comment either. Sounds like you need to take your own advice.
Brooke Strollo I know. It wasn’t meant to be said in a mean way.
Niamh is such a good mother. Like she doesn't have the toxic pride a lot of other parents get of "I'm the only one who can help my child" or "something happened to my child therefore it's my fault", she's just like "okay this is happening and I'm not an expert so lemme find someone who is" and she's just so kind and lovely. I wish my family was like that.
I am very similar to her and have 2 special needs kids. Your comments are extremely odd to me I have never thought only I could help or blamed myself. I am sorry you have people in your life like that, hopefully they are getting good therapy!
@@lijohnyoutube101 oh my parents would never do therapy, theyre perfect in their eyes
@@lijohnyoutube101 I don't see how her comment is odd. My mom is a great mom, but she definitely was quite offended whenever my teachers would send me to a counselor or suggest that I needed to see a professional. She was like, if a parent can't help, why would a stranger be able to? This is especially pertinent to mental and behavioral issues where people often read it as a result of bad parenting. So when a teacher suggested I needed help, her instinct was to take it as an insult on her parenting. As an IVF patient myself, I've definitely also seen many cases of people in our community who overthink every little thing and attribute their numerous miscarriages, stillbirths, and birth defects to anything they could even think of, even those that have been disproven medically to make a difference. Tested embryo didn't implant? Man, I should have done an extra session of acupuncture! I should have insisted on lying down after transfer! I should have been on bedrest! I should have walked around more! I should have done more testing! Miscarried a tested embryo? I shouldn't have carried those groceries! I shouldn't have picked up my toddler! I should have practiced more social distancing! I shouldn't have tripped over that backpack! I should have taken more supplements! I should have checked my progesterone every few days! I should have taken a two-minute warm shower instead of a ten-minute hot one! Etc. etc. It's human nature to think about what you could have done differently to make sure that your child is the best they can be. And I think subconsciously, a lot of people WANT to blame someone. And more so, they WANT to know that they can make a difference. They don't want to acknowledge that they were just dealt the wrong cards. In these situations, often the easiest person to blame is yourself. And in my my mom's case, the teacher.
That‘s a lovely way to respond to disability : )
Your mom reminds me so much of my Irish friend's mom. It's not even just the accent, it's just the way she treats you and is so open and everything. In general, Irish people are very welcoming and love their children unconditionally and it's very obvious through their relationships. Like the Irish mammy stereotype that they're super doting and will never let you go seems to be very true from my experiences in Ireland and also how Niamh acts! I love it!
I was adopted 13 years ago, and when my parents saw me in a picture and found out that I was blind they knew that I was the right child for them, it is a very incredible story. And just by watching this Q&A or rather listening to it made me think of how I am so blessed like you to have amazing parents!
Molly - I just found you today (through Mama Dr. ?)... You have been so cool to open up about all the different things in your life - helping the general population understand about the blind community. I heard you were looking for 2M subscribers. You got a new one today!! *SUBSCRIBED!*
I love these, especially ones with family members that consent. Like maybe one Or two questions with your brother if he'd be willing & Dad for sure. It's nice to hear Moms side. Id love to hear more.
Yes please keep doing questions with your family!!! I've been wanting videos like this for awhile. Love hearing your view, but your families views are so important too! Thank you for educating!
I loved hearing your mom talk about how your brother was affected. My sister has disabilities and was diagnosed when we were both young children. I related to a lot to what she about the ways he was affected. I on the other hand was the younger sibling and had to grow up quicker then I probably should have. Because she’s my sister I wholeheartedly would do whatever I could to help her and my parents. In some ways had to be the older sibling and a caregiver. And while I was growing up the attention was and deservedly so on my sister. My parents had the same approach to patenting and I loved that they put me into groups for children who had siblings with disabilities where we could play and be kids but also have opportunities to talk about how we were feeling. I also was undiagnosed and struggled with a variety of mental health issues and was lucky that by the time I (and my parents) realized something was definitely not okay my sister was in place where my parents attention could focus more on me. They could then help me start my journey and get me on a path to recovery. It really touched me to hear more about your family and their stories❤️You do so much for the community and are an amazing advocate for so many things!
MORE VIDEOS WHERE WE GET TO SEE NIAMH AND HEAR HER STORY WITH YOU. I love her and you so much and would love to know your life story together with your mom♥
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I know you’ll probably never see this Molly, but I’m so grateful to have found your channel. I do not have any physical disabilities, but my family and I are going through something Incredibly difficult; and I’m glad to hear the thoughts, experiences, and insights from you and your mom 🤍 Thank you!
We definitiely need more videos like these...your mum is very wise and knowledgeable I would love to hear more about her, her life etc
Just watched the video with your father and your parents are really nice :-) Love them!
Molly "I liked the closet, I was surrounded by clothes, it was my happy place" LOL!
It's wonderful having Neve in front of the camera this time! Molly, your mom is a truly beautiful soul💜
I also would like to say, I finally ordered my Gallop sweatshirt! I can't wait for it to get here! I'm thrilled that part of the proceeds go to the foundation to help guide dogs match with kids who need them💞. I know you always say it the other way around, but, as a disabled dog lover, I couldn't help myself. I say the same about service dogs and emotional support animals as well. My own dog is an ESA. (Only because I got too sick at an important time in his training, and he started barking at everything 🤦♀️ )
Suportive parent award goes too mammabee. Love you both !!💓 you are so incredible
You and your mom have so many little things in common and I love it. Like your smiles, ears, personalities. It's great.
Thank you a million times for this!
I’ve been asking for this for awhile and so happy you all took the time to do it! My 6 year old has physical disabilities, and it is wonderful to hear tips from a Mama who knows the ropes. You put new ideas into my mind and answered some concerns I have had. I already learn so much from Molly, but hearing it from Mama Bee’s point of view is very helpful for me. I would love if you would do more of these in the future!
Thank you to two beautiful, inspirational ladies, again! 💗
Thank you for sharing and showing that the recovery of mental health is a long and committed path. But with the right support and dedication it can make all people involved so strong, self-confident and shining from within.
We use first names in our family as well. You and your mom are such a great duo; your mom is lovely in every way!
Wow, what a supportive family! I love seeing this so much.
This video has made me feel so much closer to knowing Molly. Hearing that she had to sleep in her parents room, I don’t know it just it shows a lot of humanity and it has helped me understand her a little bit better. It really goes to show just how much she has gone through and the journey she has been on to end up being such a wonderful positive person. She’s always been that person inside, but she had to work to let it show and to let it feel natural. She is amazing ❤️
Niamh and Peter have been great parents, they've done an amazing job 😉
Wow. Your mom is amazing, she should write a book!
I just saw her comment on a video about Claire Wineland (a young woman that passed away due to cystic fibrosis) and I had no idea she was blind. Im not trying to be rude but she doesn't look blind. I have never a blind person so I always assumed it's what I see in movies. I'm glad I clicked on her channel after seeing people comment under her comment so I can hopefully learn more!
I loved hearing from your mom. I'd love to see her again!!!💕
It is so cool that you are blind because your so unique and have so much knowledge plus it is cool to see someone that embraces their differences instead of pushing them away and ignoring them.
I would love there to be either a second video or a series like this one. U two r such a great mother daughter duo. Stay safe u two and looking forward to another great video Molly.
Yes please make this a series Molly!❤️ I can hear you guys talk all day lol 😂
Yes!!! I requested this like a year ago! So excited to see it! Thanks Molly!! ❤️
Your mom is AWESOME!
Hi Molly, my name is Kari, and I just found your channel a couple of weeks ago. I’m really happy I did.☺️ I’m from Montreal, for now. Will eventually move to L.A.
I was born with severe strabismus, and had three surgeries on my eyes before I was nine. There was concern that I would lose my sight before the age of 16. I was lucky, and although I am still severely nearsighted, and even more so as I get older (I’m 50 now), I can see. I just watched the video where you talk about things that sighted people can see that you find amazing? And honestly, as someone who has never been able to see very well, the same things amaze me. I don’t take any of it for granted, especially colors, and detail. I would love to see more videos with your mum, please. She’s lovely, and reminds me of my best friend’s mum, who is also Irish-Canadian. 🙂 also, hello to Gallop! ❤️
Me & my mom just had the same convo the other day about calling your parents by their first name & we both don’t understand it. Only time I ever call my mom by either of her first names (adopter name/orphanage name) is if I yell mom/momma 80 times & she doesn’t answer. Everyone always used to call my parents mom/dad too. I guess if you aren’t apart of a family who calls your parents by their first names it’s just weird.
Definitely want more mumma bee videos 🥰 Doesn’t matter what kind of video you post I always feel like I’m learning something new
All I can say is I would love another one of these kind of videos.
seeing that y'all have such a great relationship gives me hope that my mom and i can fix things
Please do another video like this with both of your parents in it!!!
You are amazing and beautiful! I would no next to nothing about blindness without you, and I would've never considered any thing about it as positive without you and your mom! Hearing your moms outlook was amazing! I would love another video like this in the future, if possible!
Niamh is just like my mam, Haha a traditional Irish mother😂
Not really
@@adamender9092 what do u mean not really?
I would love it if you did other interviews with your mom or dad.
9:20 it looks like molly wants to cry or something ... but then remembered she on camera, Love u molly 💕
Love your mom's glasses!
I wonder if the nickname's is a predominantly Irish thing cause the Irish side of my family is really into nicknames, with some of us it was making a nickname of your first and middle name (my mom was Patsy Ann because her name is Patricia Ann, Tommy Joe was for my uncle Thomas Joseph), also using Peggy for Margaret's, Kate for Katherine's , turning John into Jack etc, also my friends were the same with not using formal names, my mom was always "aunt Pat" or just "Pat" to my friends.
Omg was feeling a bit depressed today and finally got myself to take a shower. I listen to your videos in the shower idk if that’s weird but I was so excited to see this pop up!!! Also Molly, you look amazing 😍
You guys are cool! I can’t wait to see more like this with you and your dad and looking forward to seeing your mom again!
beautiful momma!!
Part 2, definitely!
I really enjoyed this video and hearing Momma Bee's side of the story!! Please do another one! 🐝🥰
Its nice that her parents r able to just focus on having a fun relationship instead of the formalities. My parents and i also had to adjust to my disability but they still just choose to have that “we’re on different levels” mentality even tho we’ve gone through so much
One of my best friend's name is Niamh, and I've been calling her Nimzy as long as I've known her. It's a beautiful name 🤗
Would love another video like this! How do your mom and dad deal with long-distance?
Molly you look SOOOO good!!! Not that you haven’t always been gorgeous, but you’re glowing girl!! I see you get it from mama Bee 🐝❤️
I love Molly's mum. Plus I'm irish so it's nice hearing an irish accent on UA-cam 😄
Off topic but yellow is lovely on molly
Would love another video with mama bee! One of my fav videos
Great video idea molly! I know you were struggling for inspiration at the beginning of covid, but you been doing a great job!
My parents did the same thing. They raised their children knowing they were mature and rarely "babied" them. My siblings and I don't call our parents by their first name, but I can see how that would be more of a friend-like bond. Even though we call them 'Mom' and 'Dad', there are friendships there. One thing I did like was they would never scold us. If they ever remotely did anything close to it, they would apologize. They explained things quite well. I think it's great that you got to experience so much when you were a child. If anything, you're experiencing more now. It's great.
We need more Momma Bee content! Love you two together! ❤🐝
Your channel opened my eyes.ı adore your ambition, personality, the way u speak.
Your mom is just AMAZING 😍
I love it Molly!!! You're so inspiring and motivating!!💖💖💖
I love learning so much from you. I go to a partially blind man for acupuncture & massage here in Japan. I'm not very chatty, but my friend once asked him questions about his job. He said that he went to a school specifically for blind people to learn acupuncture and massage. It's not really something you need your eyes for. Your fingers are your eyes that guide you to where the needles need to be placed and which muscles need extra work. He also said that it's been a traditional job for blind people in Japan for centuries. Super interesting!
I think you are so inspiring, and we love mama bee so much, you are both gorgeous and this video was so amazing and so factual loved it as always!! ❤️
Love this. Love the guide dog merch, only reason for not purchasing is hard financial times.
I would love to see more videos like this. Yes please
Molly you are looking amazing loving the blond. I love all your videos especially the ones with your mom reminds me of my mom ❤️
Rewatching some of your videos, one of my dogs Lady is also afraid of having her picture taken. I’ve just noticed you look very like your mom.
Yesssss this videos are so interesting! I’d love to watch a series!!!!!
yeah I think the mum and dad vocab can put people in the subconscious box of being other than their 'own self' but instead a 'machine', the respect is different; 'mum' can be less respected because it's her role as a mum to be of 'your service'...whereas 'Neve' is her own person, she gave birth to you but she is her unique person and shall be respected, its phycologically a healthy boundary and I like it.
I loved this video!!! Pleaseeee do more!!!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💖💖💖😍😍😍
Your mum has such a cute hybrid Irish-Canadian accent!
You have learned me sooo much and I appreciate you soo much and ps your mom is soo cute😱❤️
I love your mother daughter relationship it’s amazing.
I enjoy watching your videos!! You and your mom are beautiful people!!
I’d love to see more!
Absolutely love this! Would definitely love more!!
I've called my dad Paddy or The Paddy for years (he's irish as well). And often he wouldn't respond to dad so I'd just call Paddy so he would respond!
For everyone who comments about Molly interrupting, have you ever been in a conference call without video? If you have you’ve probably experienced how hard it can be not to interrupt people/to add to the conversation without interrupting others because you can’t see the other people and get those visual cues. So maybe consider that before being rude?
Yeah, social skills are the hardest thing for a blind person. 90% of human communication is visual.
i'm Irish and it's absolutely killing me that i can't pinpoint Niamh's accent to a county i swear i can hear cork but also a bit of southside dublin but also cavan.my head hurts ahah
There is a waaay old video where she shared where she is from. I don’t know which one it is! (If you have time to kill, look for 3+ year videos where her mom is in the thumbnail. Maybe it’s in a make-up video, but maybe another.)
I cannot remember exactly where she said except I’m pretty sure she said near Cork. Excellent guess! Her husband is from the same area, but I cannot hear his accent like hers! (American, btw, not an expert in accents, haha.)
She's from Cork like me😊
Jan Eire I could swear they once said near Cork but named a smaller town. What I remember was having to look it up on a map because I hadn’t heard of it, and I know Cork (my family is from there). Where did you hear them mention Cork? The video that said near Cork doesn’t look available anymore. I checked a couple weeks ago, and I couldn’t find it.
My brother and I will call our parents by their first name sometimes. We do it as a fun joking teasing kind of thing.
Awe mama bee is so adorable
Her name is pronounced just like the host of Catfish, Nev.
Neither is spelled like they are pronounced.
Haven't seen your Mom on screen for a while, love the look
Yes!!! Another Niamh or Peter Q&A video please!!!!
Do more interviews with ur parents n maybe friends too!
Yes! That’s the difference! My Mom always treated my bro & I like friends, but maturely! It’s the parent that acts like a toddler you gotta watch out for 😂.
Stop yelling over your mom after she starts talking lol such a bad habit
Fantastic video!
Saw someone else comment this, but i would love to see a video with molly’s brother, my brother is autistic which is obviously very different but I’m wondering what similarities we share in terms of copping bc it is difficult and i think ur mom really touched on that, siblings are so often overlooked by like professionals and stuff, but it really can be difficult and i dont want like a pity party or anything, i just want to know what other siblings do bc i pretty much just shove my emotions down then cry in my room, I’m not the best at it is what I’m trying to say
Please, do a Q&A with your brother!
Neve is portuguese for snow!
Do you ever want to dislike the dislikes/the dislikers?
I really like the video. I really like to get to know the different points of view to this topic. And of course I would like an other video of it. I hope you understand what I'm writing because I'm German and understand English way better then I can write it😊
Would love more videos like this! 💜💜
Omg does your mom want to adopt me please??? She's so great. I've been fine with what I've had, but watching this makes me really feel the loss of what was missing.
Irish accent is my favorite!
i'd love more videos like this! ♥
Can you make another video of questions you have?? I’d love to answer as best as I could.
Love this video ❤️