Meet a quadriplegic mom raising twins

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Dani Izzie and her husband, Rudy, insist there's nothing special about how they're raising their twin girls in rural Virginia. Except that in 2009 Dani slipped on a bathroom floor and snapped her neck, paralyzing almost everything from her chest down. But that did not stop her from getting married, and pregnant, and giving birth to Lavinia and Giorgiana during the pandemic. Correspondent Lee Cowan talks with an extraordinary woman, subject of the documentary "Dani's Twins," who just wants to be considered a normal mom.
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@laurad3107 Год назад

I just wanted to thank Dani and her family for allowing the public to see into their lives. It was very generous. I was so glad that she spoke about the movie million dollar baby. When I saw that film I had a similar reaction. Life is still worth living even with a devastating injury. I'm not disabled but have spent a great deal of my time working with people in wheelchairs helping them regain some independence. I'm not discounting the challenges disabled people face everyday. Life is a gift and we all deserve to be respected as human beings. Peace and Love

@irishgirl1753 Год назад

Hillary swank just had twin babies

@Lili-ey1nd Год назад

You’d think her travels led to her accident ….imagine slipping in your bathroom one day and waking up completely different for life

@chrisfinch8637 Год назад

Bless this woman and her family. ❤️

@forestforthetrees1111 Год назад

Mad respect to Dani and her family. What a beautiful life❤️

@bonnieodonnell7454 Год назад

As the second child of a mom who was also quadraplegic, from the now unheard of results of polio, I just want to commend this couple for their pragmatic way of looking at life. I was a child of the 50s, when men didn't "help" their wives with childcare or cleaning and cooking. But, of course, my parents had some equal responsibilities in this department long before it was acceptable and because of that I grew up into a woman who has always been amazed at how limiting some people view their situations. My mom was creative and practical, and loving and responsive. Just like this woman. Congratulations to both of you; you make the world a better place.

@YoutubeJust-md7pf Год назад

man it was so tough for yall yall have it so rough not keeping them legs closed man its so hard to be a man

@keli449 Год назад

@@RU-vidJust-md7pf stupid remark!

@alphamale-md7tj Год назад

@@RU-vidJust-md7pf and this is exactly why the birth rates are increasing women are learning to keep there legs closed 😂 Soon enough humanity will end.

@janespitfire9884 Год назад

Dani is a brave and strong woman & mother. Her and her husband are fantastic example of love and teamwork. Congrats!

@joanneweiss3864 Год назад

"To have my body do something right for a change...it made me feel powerful as a woman" 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤ Dani has given SO many disabled woman options & opportunities to continue the joys in life with her doc & powerful advocacy! Amazing couple and parents ❤😊

@sfyoko Год назад

I remember an interview of a woman with disabilities said that she feels burdened when people always expect her to say or do something inspiring. She’s like any of us without disabilities, has good and bad days.

@louisereinhart1149 Год назад

Dani, you are to be congratulated, admired, and respected for your courage and strength. You are doing so much to encourage so many others dealing with these same challenges. Great story, in true Sunday Morning fashion.

@SEXYINBLACK33 Год назад

This is humbling on every level... Beautiful Family..

@ronndapagan Год назад

Congratulations to you and your family. You shine against all the odds that you can make a difference.

@joannokin7083 Год назад

I love that Dani didn't give up. She was able to move on and really embrace life. There is nothing more rewarding or joyul than have a family.

@joanneweiss3864 Год назад

....for many, me included after 12 yrs infertility from 3 causes, 9 miscarriages, 3 miracle doctors and a now-29 yo perfect miracle, an amazing son!! But for many, there are MANY lives more rewarding and joyful that do not include children, due to personal choices (several friends) and they are as happy, joyful & rewarded without family as we are that are blessed with!!!!

@laurad3497 Год назад

Something I’ve learned is that being an inspiration isn’t about us, it’s about those who are affected by us. I don’t need or feel I’m inspiring at all- but I recognize that it keeps others going. How they feel doesn’t motivate me, but I understand I motivate them. We are just living as best we can for ourselves and our family. That’s our reward. The waves we create are felt beyond us, by others. Everyone makes waves- my inspirations and heroes don’t know they are just that. You are my kinda normal.

@keziaweyers5910 Год назад

@22lyric Год назад

Dani SLIPPED in the bathroom and SNAPPED her neck! If this doesn't remind you to be careful, NOTHING will! I look at people doing dumb and dangerous things online or on TV (like America's Funniest Videos) people cal die doing some of those things. LIFE IS FRAGILE! Be careful. And God bless Dani and her family!

@CathyS_Bx Год назад

I despise that AFV show, which expects us to laugh when people take terrible falls. They really need to reject that type of video and up their game.

@22lyric Год назад

@@CathyS_Bx people are either put in harms way, they're humiliated or it's FAKE! And animals are mistreated! And they show some of the most un-evolved people!

@tiffyjade690 Год назад

I agree with you both lyric22 and catherine2Shaw2e. There's nothing funny about injuries to the human body!

@mililaniman Год назад

I was born with cerebral palsy, and I'm a quad too. I hope to find a special woman to have a family someday.

@blumberg1982 Год назад

You will!!

@22lyric Год назад

Robert, expand your spheres of acquaintances. In other words everything you get involved in will have people with OTHER interests and "spheres". Do something different. I bet there's LOTS of things you can do. Read about others who are paralyzed to see what they do to interact with people. Talk to librarians, professors at Universities, journalists at newspapers or your local TV station. Maybe someone knows about others in your situation and what they are doing or maybe they'll be interested in finding ways you could interact or communicate with others. Hope I'm not being obnoxious, you probably know all this and more. But there are SO many people looking for someone. It's hard for ANYONE to just "come across" the right person. You have to be inventive! Sending you love from this Grandma in Idaho!🙏❤️

@patriciagurwitz509 Год назад

What an absolutely inspiring and beautiful story. What a beautiful marriage. What a beautiful husband, what beautiful children🎉🎉🎉🎉

@AGL01772 Год назад

I love this, especially her pushback against saying she is “inspiring.” It defies ableism and we need to hear this.

@ravenscry048 Год назад

What an amazing couple & family. They are blessed and living a normal life.

@twrourke6557 Год назад

I applaud her and her family. Very good television.

@CA2SD Год назад

When they say that we're all treated equal, that is far from the truth. My loved one's disability made me watch out for others with disabilities. This is what they mean when your life can change in a moment.

@CFGossettAbbasHealingArts Год назад

What an awesome story that's positive and heartwarming in a world of fear and so many negatives. Way to go to Dani! Keep spreading the love!

@tacosmargs58 Год назад

I'm able bodied and childfree because I know I can't handle a child. This has to be so challenging but it's clear she's a warrior!

@tacosmargs58 Год назад

go away.

@wheelchairgeek 11 месяцев назад

Thank you.

@liddlekiddle1962 Год назад

Her face very much lights up when she smiles! Beautiful family. Best wishes for you and your family.

@nataliemcgovern3087 Год назад

Bravo! All the best to this beautiful family!!

@Familylawgroup Год назад

Thank you for sharing this story with the world. I was surprised she felt the contractions with her injury. I was glad you showed she and her husband doing the things every other newborn or toddler parent needs to do.

@kellysmith6429 Год назад

Beautiful story with a powerful message. Congratulations to you and your loving family.

@corypossibllity3458 Год назад

Thank you for this kind of story I'm a quadriplegic myself it's always nice to see others out there living their lives just like I live mine

@wen-nz3sk Год назад

I love this types of stories. Thank you. ❤

@joylong8897 Год назад

Both loving parents. Yes, 2 gifts! You go girl.❤❤❤

@teresacorley7874 Год назад

Your not broken you are amazing you inspired myself to be able to get through tough times your amazing you and your husband thankyou for sharing you got this congrats

@annetaylor-rc5yq 10 месяцев назад

kids look super happy thats all anyone needs to know,lovely family

@anakirola9204 Год назад

Beautiful family. It is lovely to see Dani and her empowering messages. She is strong and a beautiful person.

@beatpirate8 Год назад

you are making me cry! so beautiful

@lukodaian 7 месяцев назад

Thanks 👍 CBS,a great family

@RosaLopez-zw2ff Год назад

Such a beautiful story of a normal family with twins. Bravo!

@bigdaddyluisito Год назад

What a strong woman, what a strong family.! Blessed

@sdd123 Год назад

No one is selfish when you have loved to give your own child. Anyone who says you are selfish to take a good look in the mirror you are a beautiful family and you off or are extremely blessed. God bless you and feel well.

@heath2694 Год назад

Great feature. I love CBS Sunday Morning for stuff like this. 👍👍👍

@jaimew1539 Год назад

Amazing and can I just take a minute to say those babies are true living dolls!! Great job Dani!

@rhiannonmahoney1919 Год назад

Awesome story!!! I knew us twin moms were strong but Dani takes strong to another level!!!!! Absolutely incredible, those beautiful little girls are lucky to have such awesome parents!!! Enjoy, it really does go by way too fast! My twins will be 18 in September(fraternal boys) I still don't know how that happened so fast!!!! Thank you for sharing your story! Love from Boston 😊

@trekuhl3966 Год назад

WOW what a great story!

@mabandlandamase9826 Год назад

Well done Mama,you are doing so great,amazing and lovely. Look at these two beautiful, cute little girls,my heart melts You are better than people who are not disabled. Love you from South Africa 🇿🇦.

@antreaserobinson7995 Год назад

Beautiful family & story ❤❤

@darlataddeo6376 Год назад

So happy for her!! What a sweet family.

@jesussaves222 Год назад

Awesome story ❤️🙏

@joylong8897 Год назад

❤❤ definitely a love story. Beautiful girls. Thank you for sharing ❤️

@terrimcfarland1152 Год назад

Amazing strong wonderful lady , wife and perfect mom!! You rock!

@absatwell8163 Год назад

Wonderful story!

@sandraaviles-wilkes7036 Год назад

I love this story!!

@katwil89 Год назад

I'm sorry Dani, but you inspire and humble me.What a amazing story.

@elizabethcolombo3388 Год назад

Great video.

@HeatherValentineMsFoodie Год назад

I love this story ❤❤❤❤ you never know what tomorrow brings!

@jillwiegand4257 Год назад

Beautiful story and a very loving and positive mom! Wonderful husband and beautiful twin girls! You got it made mom!!!! ❤👍

@mandybradley3079 Год назад

Beautiful family. I love how they love each other.

@paquitoignacio3449 Год назад

this woman is incredible in spite of her disability she managed to care for her children.

@margaritacanincia1906 Год назад

I have so much respect for you!

@zanethomas6865 Год назад

I slipped on some ice and hurt my lower back. Most serious injuries are caused by slips and falls, not major accidents. I agree with her about the "inspiring." I walk with a cane now and people are nice when I'm out but I've noticed more women get the "inspiring" comments when they're out. They look like a great family. Sometimes a parent has a disability. It doesn't make them any less of a loving spouse and parent. People who criticize her for having kids are the same who criticize able-bodied people for NOT having kids, so who cares what trolls online think?

@cynthianolder3557 Год назад

Yeah, falls My mom had a big clip getting her foot caught under a chair at church, & ended up with a fractured hip, and walked with a walker the rest of her life A major stroke ended it RIP, mom

@drowningnotwaving Год назад

I am disabled with 3 children and I've been spat at in the street, told that I'm disgusting to procreate, to name but a few. I lost my career, my future - everything due to illness. I've now been discriminated against in the Family Court. It's wonderful to have kids and disabled people are no different.

@mclaudiagarofalo4459 Год назад

Beautiful story of love and resilience.

@djdollase Год назад

I love this video! And it just shows with this show is all about, good news good people good reporting.

@bdeaton863 Год назад

What an amazing woman! And, great couple! Blessings abundantly to all of them!

@edsmith Год назад

I love this family! Dani says she doesn't want to be inspiring but she really is.

@crazyeightsable Год назад

I think we are all normal.it's just that normal is defined as being in the 85 percent.The bigger problem is that there needs to be more accesibility for the disabled. and more housing too.alot of homes and apartments aren't wheelchair accesible at all.

@Kay-12345 Год назад

God bless you Dani and family♥️🙏❤️Awesome video

@thealanford4780 Год назад

She is raising the most compassionate children! And who is to say what normal is! Good for them!

@kjsaaaaaaaa Год назад

What a lovely young family.

@MNlaw1234 Год назад

Good for Dani!! What a beautiful family! I’m so impressed!! Wow!

@lizhall2961 Год назад

Amazing lady, awesome family!

@EgbertWilliams Год назад

She's likable. Nice smile.

@rosecook8598 Год назад

Lovely family. Perseverance is essential to handle what challenges life gives you. What a nice hubby you have. He too is a lucky man to have found you.

@brandyecheverria3559 Год назад

Awesome lady! Stay tenacious. Beautiful.

@gordonwchas Год назад

I get the same thing, but not often, from people who are well meaning that say things like "I just don't know how you do it" and "you inspire me so much" referring to my getting around on prosthetics.

@hollydavis7555 Год назад

I have more to say about this couple and family but for now I will just leave the word amazing.... I am also a woman and mom with a physical disability THANK YOU DANI

@elsiereyes3340 Год назад

❤beautiful story God bless you all.

@beatpirate8 Год назад

i just met a man that is quadraplegic who just had injury in hawaii last year. the family is holding it together. i wish all rhe best for him and his family. i want him to strive because he is so young and his family is so beautiful. i love love love this so much!!! you are so inspiring!

@Adulting_Autistic Год назад

Dani, You are awesome! ❤

@dondon6655 Год назад

Inspiring.

@mucows Год назад

Well done beautiful lady. God blessed you with what you can cope with and that especially goes for those 2 gorgeous girls. You have done so much more and better than some able bodied people do. 😊

@jeanlanz2344 Год назад

God bless and protect this beautiful, loving family.

@leanneadams2549 Год назад

I love this FIERCE woman !! Whenever I struggle … I’m going to watch this !!!! I’ve always wanted identical twins !

@40sSonggirl1 Год назад

She's living her life as everyone else wants to live their lives. We all have that right. To live. To work. To be. To learn. To have a family. To live and be happy. Much love and respect for this woman who is pushing boundaries and simply living her own life. I love her smile!

@amandajimenez2772 Год назад

Congratulations and God bless you and your beautiful Family

@trisharaichatterjee2578 Год назад

This give me hope! I’ve been told time and time again ! I am NOT supposed to be in college, I am NOT supposed to be this I am not supposed to be this & that! All of this was said because I’ve lived my life with sensory issues and high functioning ADHD ! It’s been about a decade since I’ve been out of public schools for a decade now and all I can say is that just like this family I’ve been blessed with a sis ( we are not twins) and a set of parents who have been my advocate since as long remember. I’m at a point in my life where. If I want to have kids i’m still debating whether or not I should. And for all those years I’ve been put into a box and demands of other peoples words. Watching this lady gives me hope.

@tobechukwuolumba7337 Год назад

May almighty God bless the Izzie family.

@marieazrak1951 8 месяцев назад

Oh my god I’m so sorry to hear that

@MadsPads04 6 месяцев назад

This is truly truly inspiring. I suffer from post-fossa syndrome and I wish I was as successful as you are.😊

@karmicsheila63 Год назад

What a beautiful family❤

@evedelunas453 Год назад

What a delightful woman! Love her!

@bbygrlpt2 Год назад

Wow God bless them!!! Love can conquer anything 💖

@maryiuvone3157 Год назад

Beautiful family

@josephincorvaja4336 Год назад

May God bless you and protect you and your family dear sister

@blancheboyer7348 4 месяца назад

I’m a wife and mom with cerebral palsy. I was born with it. I also work. Everyday I have someone asking if my arm is broken and I tell them NO. I have cerebral palsy.

@jeanmank742 Год назад

She has a fantastic attitude.

@lolam.9291 Год назад

She’s amazing!

@GrannysGarage333 Год назад

I think most people don’t know what quadriplegic actually means… most think it mean folks are completely paralyzed but it simply means all four limbs are affected… each person to their own degree… kudos to this mom… she is rocking it!!!

@katrinabuckingham7181 Год назад

Beautiful, amazing!!

@gwen3010 Год назад

GOD bless her and her entire family!! ❤❤❤❤

@deec121 Год назад

God bless her

@kusheran Год назад

Quadraplegic injury has nothing to do with mothering in 2023. Thanks Dad!

@cmiro3069 Год назад

Twins are hard for ANY mom, much less one with a full time job! This mon is awesome! And I love the teamwork of both parents working as partners! This family is an amazing example for all! (Speaking as a mom of 5 who also has twins...mommying is hard! ) 😊