Parenting while blind | DW Documentary

Mila’s parents are blind, but she can see. The 7-year-old can and must be independent, and sometimes, her parents just have to let go.
Whether they’re crossing the road or doing housework: Mila’s parents had to trust her from a very early age. But, at the same time, they don’t want their child to feel burdened with the responsibility of looking out for the family: Mila should be able to have a normal a childhood as possible. How does that work? Carolina Machhaus met the family.
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  • @Sonzoul1
    @Sonzoul1 Жыл бұрын

    There are millions of parents who are able to see but cannot give the love that this couple is giving to their child.

  • @kaibarclay774
    @kaibarclay774 Жыл бұрын

    My mother is partially sighted and was left by my father at a young age with two kids, I wouldn't change a thing though she raised us well and gave us as an amazing childhood like anyone else

  • @SpiritualBabe101
    @SpiritualBabe101 Жыл бұрын

    Imagine falling in love and having faith in each other every day. This family is amazing

  • @JohnSmithNYC
    @JohnSmithNYC Жыл бұрын

    DW with another excellent documentary. This agency goes above and beyond to help humanize the world.

  • @DWDocumentary

    @DWDocumentary

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! We're glad you liked the documentary. Subscribe to our channel for the latest uploads!

  • @iwanttobelieve5970
    @iwanttobelieve5970 Жыл бұрын

    My mom was blind for one year. I was grown with a ten year old daughter at the time and it was hard. My mom lived on her own and I did all the doctors appointments etc for her. She had diabetic cataract surgery and was able to see again. I can't imagine being a child and having to grow up so quickly. But her parents are absolutely amazing and I appreciate how they insist on providing her with a wonderful life. Sadly, I lost my mom in October. But I'm grateful for the time I had even that period of blindness.

  • @vanessakoehler5686

    @vanessakoehler5686

    10 ай бұрын

    I’m so sorry for your loss I hope you find peace and comfort.

  • @JessieBanana
    @JessieBanana Жыл бұрын

    That’s a shame that people assume people aren’t capable because of a disability. We give everyone the benefit of the doubt that they can care for their children until we observe otherwise. People should extend that to everyone. If you aren’t an expert on living with that particular disability and all the devices and supports available for independent living, how dare you make the worst assumptions.

  • @EpicLoLs89
    @EpicLoLs89 Жыл бұрын

    Wow. What an amazing family. I admire their resilience, strength and confidence, BRAVO!!!

  • @janelleamber

    @janelleamber

    Жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful family and a strong woman

  • @janelleamber

    @janelleamber

    Жыл бұрын

    Merry Christmas to you and happy new year in advance

  • @pinkisohal3090
    @pinkisohal3090 Жыл бұрын

    Good documentary, a loving n strong family, respect to these parents for raising their child so nicely

  • @DWDocumentary

    @DWDocumentary

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching! :)

  • @frankfurtonfoottours2361
    @frankfurtonfoottours2361 Жыл бұрын

    Both of my grandparents were blind and they raised 3 kids. I grew up admiring my Grandma Black more than any other woman in my life. She had some amazing skills!

  • @noormussa3072
    @noormussa3072 Жыл бұрын

    The DW family, what can I say, always shining {thank you in all the languages of the world} your humanity is limitless. A distinguished reportage that is more than elegant and professional. My tears fell, not out of sympathy, but out of respect for this exceptional family. You and this exceptional family have all my love and respect. Jamal is an Iraqi atheist

  • @noormussa3072

    @noormussa3072

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, of course, with pleasure

  • @sunwindsimulator8116
    @sunwindsimulator8116 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful and respectful family. I feel lucky to be able to live without the challenges they face, and will try to handle any hardship with their grace!

  • @monzatavs7984
    @monzatavs7984 Жыл бұрын

    The beautiful fact the two lovely blind people have a seeing child. I really hope they live a happy fulfilled life. I hope more seeing people give the family the respect they deserve!

  • @almanbanks5804
    @almanbanks5804 Жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful family and strong woman

  • @thanhtamnguyen1474
    @thanhtamnguyen1474 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, what an amazing family ! I believe that there are millions of parents who are not disabled but are unable to provide their children with love like this couple do. Beautiful and respectful family.

  • @sirrom5155
    @sirrom5155 Жыл бұрын

    This documentary is just as powerful today as the year it was made.

  • @miriamvivo4279
    @miriamvivo4279 Жыл бұрын

    And we think we have it so hard. God bless them

  • @abeliever7029
    @abeliever7029 Жыл бұрын

    You both do a wonderful job. You have opened my eyes to what possibilities blind people can avail. Thank you for sharing snippets of your lihe with me and others.

  • @purpleldv966
    @purpleldv966 Жыл бұрын

    I think their daughter will be a very responsible adult and will have a better chance at a fulfilling life because she will be more confident and appreciative of the things she has and those that matter!

  • @somerandomfella
    @somerandomfella Жыл бұрын

    Better to be blind than live blindly..

  • @nikkilynn559
    @nikkilynn559 Жыл бұрын

    What inspiring and strong family. Wishing them all the very best in life.

  • @tushyranx5860
    @tushyranx5860 Жыл бұрын

    Touching and inspiring at the same time

  • @foxxycleopatra615
    @foxxycleopatra615 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this beautiful family!❤

  • @issaomar5698
    @issaomar5698 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful people. Beautiful family. Thanks DW for the perfect New Year gift.

  • @adolfvonpanzer9521
    @adolfvonpanzer9521 Жыл бұрын

    Extraordinary people

  • @aiya6778
    @aiya6778 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, what a lovely family!

  • @sgbbco3981
    @sgbbco3981 Жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful family. Quality documentary.

  • @imtiazmuhammad1096
    @imtiazmuhammad1096 Жыл бұрын

    I like the documentary! Thanks for sharing

  • @jayneshort2732
    @jayneshort2732 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your journey 💕 in life. Truly a wonderful family. Happy new year to you all xxx

  • @modernmedieval
    @modernmedieval Жыл бұрын

    Wonderful introduction to their lives

  • @justinpham4246
    @justinpham4246 Жыл бұрын

    Gotta love DW ducumentory, good job! and amazing parent.

  • @Johnyboyknowsbetter
    @Johnyboyknowsbetter Жыл бұрын

    Incredible!!

  • @Johnyboyknowsbetter

    @Johnyboyknowsbetter

    Жыл бұрын

    Copy

  • @mrasare733
    @mrasare733 Жыл бұрын

    Dw is the best ❤❤wow!! such a wonderful ❤ documentary 😊

  • @mohammedsaysrashid3587
    @mohammedsaysrashid3587 Жыл бұрын

    DW with another amazing documentary👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻 about Irons' conscious family ....for having a child & settle family life).. God bless their lives, steps... this video learning others for having strong conscious & morality for capitulation of hard, harsh circumstances ... good luck for DW documentary channel

  • @Physic_online
    @Physic_online Жыл бұрын

    Nice documentary

  • @christybyrne5195
    @christybyrne51955 ай бұрын

    Wonderful documentary! Keep up the good work!😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

  • @DWDocumentary

    @DWDocumentary

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching and for your constructive feedback! :-)

  • @sum1n-human
    @sum1n-human Жыл бұрын

    Just close your eye and walk 1 km, than you probably understand how challenging vison-less peoples everyday life be. Anyway it's a life, exist only one time, there is no next life or re-borth. So, we all need to enjoy our life whatever disablities we have.

  • @user-ik8xd9pt9c
    @user-ik8xd9pt9c Жыл бұрын

    Love them ❤️

  • @jim_jim1674
    @jim_jim1674 Жыл бұрын

    I am moved, thanks a lot.

  • @mochom3758
    @mochom3758 Жыл бұрын

    I LOVE IT

  • @PabloCamillaH
    @PabloCamillaH Жыл бұрын

    please add it to the spanishi DW Documental

  • @raoultesla2292
    @raoultesla2292 Жыл бұрын

    So, the next time I am going to complain...

  • @Papin47
    @Papin4711 ай бұрын

    If only more parents were as NORMAL as Mila's!

  • @kihntagious
    @kihntagious Жыл бұрын

    It always tickles me when a person speaks, but it's not the language I expect

  • @zoom8432
    @zoom8432 Жыл бұрын

    i cant see myself, but people can see me.....she is amazing person

  • @pinguinspass
    @pinguinspass7 ай бұрын

    Es war schon seltsam, diesen Film mit der englischen Synchronsprechung zu sehen und dabei die deutsche Stimme im Hintergrund besser zu verstehen, als das englische Synchrongesprochene. 😂

  • @HungTran-39
    @HungTran-39 Жыл бұрын

    🇻🇳❤️🇩🇪

  • @Leo-eb1wl
    @Leo-eb1wl Жыл бұрын

    I don’t see the problem with parenting blind.

  • @babyborn87
    @babyborn875 ай бұрын

    Your wife is very beautiful, whit dark curels comlipenting her snow skin and perfect face shape, slim but not skinny , looking good in black , jacket especially. Not at all matching the helping dog the stick and the big sign on her jacket.Even more beautiful Nekst to your daughter ❤ your Husbond is a beautiful classic Asian do you know this? Lol. Thats a very strong statement .You look bit like ... revolutionaries of the blind folded .both beautiful and smart. I love Berlin. You are so lucky to live there, and so is your girl.

  • @kalui96
    @kalui96 Жыл бұрын

    Well I just hope that kid can keep it together while growing up

  • @tz7245

    @tz7245

    Жыл бұрын

    .. what prompts a person to say something so stupid..

  • @sevena.channel

    @sevena.channel

    Жыл бұрын

    @Streuner, your comment is the only realist comment on this video that I've seen so far.

  • @purpleldv966

    @purpleldv966

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@sevena.channel Why would that be? Why would it be "realist" for the child to "lose it"? Doesn't she get enough love, support, attention, etc... from their parents? I think she gets more than many! And you must have missed the part in which they show that they have a rule that the parents have to try to solve any problem on their own, and only if they can't manage they can resort on asking their daughter for help! So it won't be a burden on the child! And if you had paid attention, the main concern that the child expressed was about other people, just like yourself, that treat them like outcasts! So you and people like you are fulfilling your own prophecy! Shame on you for doubting her chance at happiness! I think the contrary! I think she will be a lot happier than most of the people because she will be able to appreciate the abilities she has, because she will be much more responsible, hard working and confident!

  • @TomNook.
    @TomNook. Жыл бұрын

    AMWF in Germany represent It's sad they will never see how beautiful their child is ☹️

  • @scarletcrusade77

    @scarletcrusade77

    Жыл бұрын

    WMAF In Germany represent Don't worry I can tell them while also describing how beautiful my child is too :)

  • @GyanPrakash
    @GyanPrakash Жыл бұрын

    In the future, there will be cybernetics that will help them see again 👌👍

  • @purpleldv966

    @purpleldv966

    Жыл бұрын

    How far into the future are we talking about here? In time for them to see their daughter graduate? Or in her wedding dress? Or ever in their lifetime? I think not! So basically what you're doing here is stripping them of their merits of living as normal a life as possible, of their resilience and sense of fulfillment, and indirect saying: "your life isn't ok, but I don't care, there's nothing to worry about, because surely there will be some new fangled technology that will solve the problem... after all, we've got smartphones, so sky's the limit, right?" You're one of those people that don't accept other people as they are, despite that they are trying to be a normal of a german family as possible! For you they are inadequate and need to be rectified, because in your opinion, happiness and fulfillment can only be obtained if you live by the society's informal norms, be they totally wrong, as: constantly seeking money, glamour, fame...!

  • @GyanPrakash
    @GyanPrakash Жыл бұрын

    I can't say anything 🤔

  • @francisssali2550
    @francisssali2550 Жыл бұрын

    A child trying to parent her own parents, it's cute!!

  • @sheilaboston7051

    @sheilaboston7051

    Жыл бұрын

    It makes me sad if that's what you learned from it.

  • @francisssali2550

    @francisssali2550

    Жыл бұрын

    @@sheilaboston7051 it makes me sad if you understood it otherwise!!

  • @dimeoblade
    @dimeoblade Жыл бұрын

    Could have explained how they play UNO. Is it braile?

  • @ashleyleong6270
    @ashleyleong6270 Жыл бұрын

    They make booms for blind ppl. With the dots and stuff.

  • @windanthonystream

    @windanthonystream

    Жыл бұрын

    Are you referring to braille?

  • @ashleyleong6270
    @ashleyleong6270 Жыл бұрын

    Why wear glasses if your blind

  • @sassenach5964

    @sassenach5964

    Жыл бұрын

    Good question. Some people still have a light sensitivity even though they are legally blind.

  • @foxxycleopatra615

    @foxxycleopatra615

    Жыл бұрын

    He could have light sensitivity or he could also be able to see vague shapes that are enhanced by the glasses

  • @neofils

    @neofils

    Жыл бұрын

    Because he is not 100% blind

  • @purpleldv966

    @purpleldv966

    Жыл бұрын

    Most of blind people aren't totaly blind, but are affected in such a manner that they can't rely on their vision on almost nothing, but in some cases the vision that is left can be useful in some tasks... and if that residual vision can be improoved in any way, than why not? Another reason might be that the blind person is afraid of bumping into things that might get in their eyes and hurt them... but don't want to ware dark glasses because they can still see some light and it's helpful to them.

  • @BarriosGroupie
    @BarriosGroupie Жыл бұрын

    I think it's selfish blind people having children, then being a burden on them.

  • @purpleldv966

    @purpleldv966

    Жыл бұрын

    How about being in Pakistan and making them work in brick-shaping all day! Is that ok, just because the parents that are doing that can see? Isn't the gift of life, that the child received from their parents worth it? You think that showing your mom where a dam button is, constitutes a "burden"? I think that the majority of children help their sighted parents in digital tasks every day! But that "doesn't count" for you, because this tipe of family doesn't fit in your vision of the world! The same vision that makes it normal to give children things and not love and attention, or have a child and divorce afterwards

  • @sheilaboston7051

    @sheilaboston7051

    Жыл бұрын

    If some kids had the choice, I'm sure they'd prefer a blind parent to an alcohol- or drug-dependent one ...

  • @sevena.channel
    @sevena.channel Жыл бұрын

    It was very irresponsible and selfish of this blind couple to have a child. Although they say that their daughter _"is not a domestic help"_ , *the reality* is is that she DOES and WILL have to help her parents and DOESN'T and WON'T have a regular carefree childhood that every child deserves to have.

  • @sharmabright1506

    @sharmabright1506

    Жыл бұрын

    Blind or not as long as the parents are decent good parents that provide love, stability, emotional support and guidance children will automatically adapt to any lifestyle. This family is more well balanced than a lot of sighted and able families.

  • @sevena.channel

    @sevena.channel

    Жыл бұрын

    @@sharmabright1506 it doesn't matter. It was still reckless and selfish and it's only by sheer stupid luck that they *appear* to be managing, ( *for now* ). Who knows what the future holds as things can take an unfortunate turn. Anyone paying attention to the reality of this world knows how ruthless, unpredictable and difficult life can be even for non-disabled people.

  • @purpleldv966

    @purpleldv966

    Жыл бұрын

    "DOESN'T and WON'T have a regular carefree childhood that every child deserves to have" What about more than half of the dam world that are living in poverty and harsh conditions that are still deciding to make children (and usually a lot of them)?! Have you seen DW documentaries on Pakistan? There was a 5-year old child that was shaping hundreds, or even thousands (I don't remember exactly) of bricks every day! And this family lives in Germany! What do you have to say about that? And notice that her parents are trying to make her happy in every way, even crawling through a playground whilst being blind! In general, people are not that devoted to their children, so in my opinion even you might not give your child as much love and attention as this family does!

  • @zoom8432
    @zoom8432 Жыл бұрын

    DW with excellent documentary))) love it!!!!!!!!!

  • @rhddfgdfdrgd
    @rhddfgdfdrgd Жыл бұрын

    dont worry 80% of the parrent who can dont use their eyes any way