A kid called him a monster and he felt insulted. Any other child would've run away crying but Nathaniel is way more mature than most kids. His future is bright already.
Why would you feel bad? She wants a child that won't cost her hundreds of thousands in medical bills or be bullied every day of his life. She wants a child that looks like a child. Why is that so much to ask for you? Disabled people aren't stupid and they are aware of their disabilities, they know what they look like so please don't patronize.
I’m like crying the parents legit said “ our first baby was born looking funny but it took me a year to finally settle in” THEN with the other baby “he was beautiful like a porcelain doll” like wtf
I noticed that too but I don't think we can judge anyone unless we have truly been in their shoes. They were just being honest with how they felt in the moments of their children's births and I don't think any of us can possibly know how we would feel in the same position.
@@Moonlightgirlful I never made fun of anyone as a kid because I was thought by my parents since a very young age how to be fuckin be respectful and that not everyone looks the same.
@Rick MilosIn my case I would, he has a great personality and a pure soul unlike most of the one's that were born healthy and with a normal looking face.
I hope he never sees the interview with this parents, and hears what his mother said. He deserves parents who love him unconditionally, no matter what.
The way the parents were talking about their second kid hurts me like they are disrespectful and does the father not realise thar Nathaniel and the dad look alike so much and awwwww his voice is really cute.
It was odd to me that the father said “he didn’t even look like a person” about their first child and then “he looked like a doll. He was perfect” about the second. That’s your damn child. Wtf They’re both people, they’re both perfect
Marley Wentworth he’s stating what went through his mind at the time. nobody expects their baby to have a deformity so when they saw him for the first time it’s normal for them to be startled.
They need to face with bullying, dozens of medical bills, losses of mother hood. They amount of pressure for the family must be immeasurable. They are nice to him for the amount of surgeries and reassuring.
why would parents want a kid like that, of course they love him, but they may not have wanted a disabled kid we dont know what they were going through.
Kai Weaver you're right. I do not have any deformity or disability, but I am gay, and my mom is always anxious I know for sure about who's going to take care of me when I am old and weak.
sorry for the confusion i wrote this comment a year ago and honestly can’t remember why but yeah it would be a lot of pressure with a disabled child but i feel even if he was normal that isn’t the best way for a parent to talk
J-HopeIsMyHope man that part was fucked, those parents are kinda shit tbh i dont get how you could have a kid with a disability or disorder and just be like "welp,, i guess we'll try again for a normal one !" like man,,, thats your child regardless of their appearance or capabilities
Madison Dowell But you have to remember that even if he has deformities he’s still a human can you imagine hearing your parents talk about you as “it took me a year to not flinch when I looked at him” then talk say “oh he was a doll” to your brother, it’s not only affecting the parents....
if my kid ever called anyone with facial deformities a monster, i’d go absolutely nuts. Kids need to know that everyone is different and you can’t use the way somebody looks against them, whether they learn it the hard way or not
Nathaniel Newman is in my school. He gave a presentation about everything with his family a few weeks ago. I feel really bad for him, but everyone is nice to him. By now, he has had 67 surgeries. They have written a book called “normal.” Nathaniel wrote the kids book, and he and his Mom wrote another one
Leonie Battersby Your mean to this kids what if u where one of them w by at will u do so don't be mean to this kids mayde they wish they like u so if u will be mean to this kids I will pray 🙏 to god for u to be this kids so please please please be NICE
Many people have deceiving voices and looks that make you think that they have a heart. I'm not saying he doesn't have a heart, I'm just saying that you cannot know someones personality from their voice.
"I'm an ordinary 10 year old kid. I mean, I eat ice cream, I play game's, I have an Xbox, But on the outside, I'm not so ordinary. I mean, It's hard to walk around being starred around. If i found a genie and had one Wish, I would wish for an normal face." Auggie pullman. Wonder.
I have no hatred towards these parents. Their reaction is 100% normal and understandable. I have yet to meet a parent who is not heartbroken by their child when they have severe medical/developmental issues. This never means they moved them any less than their typical developing child. Talking and expressing exactly how you feel is going to be more beneficial in the long run compared to keeping it in and bottling up emotions.
Neurology Love I agree to a point. Yes, don’t bottle your emotions, BUT save that for therapy or something else. NOT national television, where your children see you. I would feel like shit if those were my parents.
Imagine that was your parents talking about you and your siblings like that, and then imagine getting older and searching up ur interview you did as a child, out of curiosity, only to find out ur parents couldnt see you without crying for a whole year and on top of that they call your sibling beautiful and perfect at birth. Imagine watching it and finding out that your parents said you almost didnt look human because your facial features, completely disregarding the fact that ur perfect in every other way besides ur face. Yea no wonder theyre getting all that hate, at least theyre in the boys life but come on they could have kept that to themselves and not say it on national televison for everyone to see, including their child.
They've obviously had the conversations with their son about how he looks, how they felt, etc. It doesn't do him any good to hide him from reality like that. He was forced to mature faster than other kids in regards to manners and rudeness from others. In order to cope with ANYTHING, you must talk about it. That's what these parents are doing. There's nothing wrong with that imo.
I know that they did sound harsh and a little mean, but let's be real here and put ourselves in their shoes. I mean it was a shock for them to see their first child in this heartbraking condition knowing that he might die at any moment because of the syndrome complications and that if he did survive life is going to be hard on him and that it's going to take a lot of hardwork until he finally get to life as much of normal life as possible.
bibipeach6 I agree and it's almost like the parents planned to have another baby just to show everyone that they can make a " normal " baby and that it's not just their genes. I can't really word it well but you get what I mean
I think it was good the parents said this. Now we as people can examine ourselves when we judge people. Believe me if you look at strangers and judge their beauty based off of appearance than one will do it to their own children. I hope these parents deal with their own perception and insecurities which they are projecting on their son. This happen so so often with parents though that it is almost embarrassing when heard or seen in public and tv
bibipeach66 - Imagine that you stop being so dramatic. Maybe you should stop “imagining” and actually do something to better the world. Reality doesn’t need any help...and we certainly don’t need people patronizing people with physical or other challenges. “Oh, you’re perfect and beautiful!” There is no such thing as perfect...and beautiful is subjective. We live in the real world, and the parents are being honest about the realities of having a child with special needs. My son was born with a club foot and had surgeries every year until he was 6 years old. We don’t “imagine” how he will feel later looking back. We do the right thing today by talking about real things, not pretending that he can win the olympics or the 50 yard dash. He won’t be able to do those things. We focus on the things he CAN do. Kids don’t need to be patronized with goofy falsities. He’s different in appearance, he knows it, his parents know it, so why pretend he’s not or that we have to ignore it?
With the way that the parents cried, said he didn't look human, called him a monster... I was expecting a more shocking baby picture. He was a cute baby, so small sweet and tender. Even his mom saying it took her a year to get used to his face, i think he looks so cute. I think the parents still dont accept him.
They definitely don't. If you read the book they wrote, Normal, you can tell how seriously they treat him like a baby and how they literally neglect Jacob saying that his life came second.
+The end is near.... can't you have some respect for someone who cares unlike you she said that "she wants to hug him' not that she wants to look like him why do you need to be so critical she actually cares.
PCPandax thats your opinion don't criticize others opinions I personally think hes adorable and are you gonna criticize it what if you were like that and you read the comments YOU DONT KNOW IF HIM AND HIS FAMILY HUG WHILE THEY READ THE COMMENTS OML!
Such a brave little boy. I have seen documentaries on Treacher Collins syndrome in the past but this really got to me the most. I really hope he finds true friends that will accept him and overlook his condition. He didn't ask to be that way and it's so cruel to shun/exclude him. If I had the power, I would correct this for him in a heart beat.
So, in 5th grade, our 5th grade class and the kindergarteners had gym at the same time. There was this little boy named Matthew, who I think had the same thing, he was to cutest, sweetest little boy and he would always play with me and my best friend. I saw him at the library once and he remembered me! He still goes to that elementary school, and I hope he’s doing alright and having fun as a second grader! 😁👍
I have treacher Collins syndrome and I know my mum and dad were frightened when I was born at 27 weeks. I completely understand the parents thoughts and feelings even now. I have have 14 surgeries and I don’t look like I did previously. I don’t hate the parents I love the fact they embraced Nathaniel and kept him. They are loving parents
I felt bad they complained so much about their first kid and she even had another kid to see if he'd come out without the disease, not saying they don't love him but if I was watching my parents say all they said I'd feel sad.
They got over it! This must have been hard for them to deal with even though its their child whom they should love. They dealt with it good and probably better than many would. Congrats mom and dad
I don’t understand your his parents why would you not want to love him the way he is I’m against discrimination I think he’s clever and he’s beautiful just the way he is he’s a good kid
Sarah Weiss that’s not a disability you uneducated swine. It’s a facial deformity. His regular life is not affected, I think you’re the one who would be considered ‘disabled’ as he’s smarter than you.
Years ago, before I had heard of TCS, I saw a dad carrying a 2 or 3 year-old girl in his arms. She had this condition. When I saw her my heart broke, but then she looked straight into my eyes and she smiled. The transformation was the most beautiful thing I ever saw! I still get teary-eyed thinking of it all these years later. It was truly the smile of an angel!
He’s the cutest, most polite kid I’ve ever seen. He’s soooo cute I can’t and I love the fact that he doesn’t think about his looks negatively and his little brother is sooo cute and polite as well. Love their relationship
yeah also when they said there second child was so gorgeous and beautiful, yeah forget about their first child and not think he's gorgeous because he has treachers Collins.
These parents were brave to tell their story. They were in shock, disbelief, and overcome with sadness. No one should get angry with them. Things don’t always sound right when parents are worried about their child.
"Sometimes when I'm having a good time I forget what I look like" that sentence just broke my heart omf. This kid is absolutely gorgeous not only on the inside but on the outside as well. Just because his face doesn't look "normal" who's to say it's not still beautiful? I truly hope he's happy and healthy all throughout his life.
This kid is such an inspiration! He doesnt let words get to him and hes so happy even though hes different💖 it's really sad to listen to how kids call him names though too.
PCPandax he is not a monster. He is a human being with a different face. And he is kind of cute, if you have nothing nice to say, please keep it to yourself cause we don’t give a fuck
You dont need to be religious to bless someone. You do not need to be religious to love the creator. Simply be a good human being. That is more Godly than going to church.
this is another proof of Gods existance that even athiests call upon God at certain times or when inflicted with pain or suffering. Its built within us. We cant ignore it.
He is so beautiful and im not just saying that he is genuinely beautiful inside and out im proud of him such a precisious little soul I wish him everything he wants in the world xxxx
Heru- deshet ..he does not look horrible.. you're right.. but my original comment is meant to imply that their descriptions are excessive and misleading ✌🏻
The way they talk about their child like that, they dont deserve him I cant believe what the mother said about him he is beautiful on the inside and out
It isn't confirmed but yes, based on what the author said in the book, you know he doesn't have ears, he eats like a turtle and how the child in the movie looks, it's pretty obvious that auggie has treacher collins
These parents are saint! So brave and have given all their love for their kids. They accept and love the boy unconditionally. I wish you endless happiness and healthy life
"You are your own light, shine bright so everyone can see." "You can't blend in when you were born to stand out." "Happiness is found when you stop comparing yourself to other people." "Keep calm and _don't be a Julian._ " - Wonder, R.J. Palacio
You know, it pains me that some people judge others just because of how they look. The true good people in the world will see what's on the inside, and love them no matter what. This kid is truly amazing, and I wish people would see that. I myself would love to meet him
Nice comment Addie. Totally agree with you. Luckily for me my parents raised me on those morals and gave me the opportunity to meet some real good and interesting people. Hopefully one day we'll all learn to look past the exterior. Words to live by: "Never judge someone on what they say, own or look like...judge them on their actions for it is only there you will see the truth of their soul".
I am so happy that someone could say this, my brother does not have the same thing but he has a different look from other children. He has AMC, I love him with all my heart, and if anyone ever makes fun of him would kill me. I love him, and I love you for being able to say this! Thank you!
Such a sweet child. I don’t understand how ultrasound doesn’t pick up facial cranial things. It wouldn’t change anything but give the parents time to learn and be prepared. I think he’s sweet.
I'm watching this video right now and I remembered in Hebrew school a guy named Nathaniel Newman came into my class. Everyone looked at him weird because of his face and the way he talked, etc. As time went on we learned to accept him. I can not believe I found this video and got to meet that guy in person. I'm honestly shocked rn
o my goodness he is the sweetest! really got me when the mom said she cried everyday though, like thats your baby!! your supposed to love him no matter what!!!