Seems like it would be a chaotic household, but I think they handle it very well. They really, genuinely love their children and none of them are forgotten or looked over. I absolutely adore them.
I have seen the other documentaries about this family and they are wonderful. Handle everything with such ease. Never hear parents yelling or losing it. Consequently happily content.
I came from a big family of 8 siblings, and more is not necessarily worse, except for the space, but we had a boys room, a girls room and parents room. As the older children grow up and help with the younger ones, they turned out to be GREAT parents and community leaders. It taught us patience and forgiveness following frustration and anger. All of that. We had hand me downs, but so did all the cousins! Our families passed down shoes and clothes to the next sizes. The younger ones learned faster, as they had older ones as tutors. Playing "school" was one of our favorite "games" :) We were lucky to be living in an agricultural town where a lot of our family & friends brought fresh vegetables home, our grandparents had a small farm with lots of chickens, we had recipies to stretch a small amount of meat to stretch. We did eat well, our snacks were apples and oranges fresh from the trees and ran around the neighborhood (and further) without fear. There was always a partner to go with you. I had 3 girls, lost one and I wish I had more! This family has all the heart in the world with all hearts beating as one
We only have four, but that is how we thrive. Especially things getting more and more expensive. Hand me downs were a big deal for us as kids, too, and my kids. My sister came over just today to hand me some bags of clothes back from me handing them off to her. They'll go for her next again. I am done after this one. It is financially irresponsible for us to have any more, or we absolutely would.
I'm devastated that they lost two little babies. Some people think it's easier as the baby wasn't born yet but that couldn't be further from the truth. I know that time has passed since this happened but you are all in my prayers. Xx
Luke looks so much like Chloe; it's like he's her 'mini me'. After Chloe left for college having him around must have been a real joy, because he was a reminder of his sister, and is such a good kid.
Im the youngest of a big family, as we're many of my classmates. The drawback for me, was my parents had me at 40 & 43. One died at 50, the other around 70. My only memories, are of them as senior citizens. But! I have very close relationships with my 20+ nieces and nephews; who are closer to my age, than my own siblings. It evens out.
i know this is really old, the house has changed over the years.. and seeing a young millie and chloe.. so much has changed.. millie with her little one.. aww baby Alfie Thomas.. rip little one.
I do worry that the parents rely too much on their identity as parents especially the mother. She's scared of the children growing up and leaving because then she has to address who she is if not a full time care giver to children. I think that a lot of mothers suffer from that identity crisis but once their children are more independent gives them the opportunity to discover themselves and their hobbies/interests more and become more well rounded people not just mum
@@bloodmoon1956 Well if "being happy" is all that matters we would have an even more selfish world. Considering others and your own happiness is the decent thing to do. Not saying anything about this woman specifically but in general.
This is the one episode I feel sorry, for the children. Can't experience the zoo at the cost of it. Unable to afford the price of it. Children running after the little ones.
I absolutely adore this family!! The love of having such a tribe...im so envious of the relationship they have and the patience with the children..God love them
Amazing how most of these comments are about how loving the family is. No one is willing to address the fact that the 12yr old will be expected to act as a parent?? Yeah great parents!
The boys dislike being on camera, and they don't make them. Seeing one of them, can't remember which hovering around Millie when she went into labour and fixing her hot water bottle etc was sweet, they're there when they need to be.
@@turbocat1984 I remember this, think it was Luke, very close in age and they get on really well with each other. If I am remembering correctly what Sue said at the time. 😁
As Long as they have enough to provide .👍🏿💯👍🏿...Nice big Family..and many off springs to take after you when you age...Because that's what children are for..so they wont be lonely in their old age..thats IMPORTANT...It was only me and my l brother when It came time to care for the parent in dispair...Difficult when you have to WORK...AND YOU DONT WANT TO PUT THEM IN A OLD PEOPLES ESTABLISHMENT....I LOVE MY FAMILY TOO MUCH FOR THAT...SO, LUCKILY that wont happen for these type of BIG FAMILIES...🙏🏿💯👍🏿
As far as I'm concerned as long as the husband is providing I dont know why you lot have such an opinion on a family that have nothing to do with your life what so ever, they have a family pie business, atleast there not sitting on benefits like most couples who have multiple children and moan that benefits ain't enough for their kids. Before they capped child tax credits at 2 kids I said a few years before it should be for one kid not all because some woman sadly have kids just to get benefits so they don't have to work
@@maevegrace5845 no but they still cost the tax payer. That's 17+ kids being born, 17+ kids nhs and schooling and countless other things. Yes I 100% agree, they work and dont claim benefits and should be proud. They are also nice people and don't deserve the trolling. But people do neglect to recognise the cost of such large families to the tax payers and they are not able to ever make contributions that equal that
Does anyone honestly believe that just one mom and one dad can give 16 children the attention they really need? So they fully make sure they are not just physically brought up right but mentally, and socially also. An I realize the older children will help with the younger children but is that fair to both of them let alone ideal for their development ? All that aside from what this shows of the family they seem well adjusted and very loving. Best of luck to y’all!
You are right, why do people go out of there way to make more people when there are lots of already existing ones just waiting for a new family (maybe not this one as it is already pretty packed)
Got on tv in newspapers all because she had a baby nearly every year, what is she and her husband trying to prove and before anyone jumps on my comment with they pay for their own children that's not the point what kind of life is it for the older children looking after the next sibling that comes along
These children are far more loved and supported than 90% of children growing up in the world today!! If they make a positive impact on the world and the souls IMPRISONED on it, then their existence in this realm is imperative!!!
This is very selfish, what do you mean the 12 years old is going to take on the responsabilities of the oldests ? She is 12 😢 This i on the border of child abuse
Yes i agree from a personal experience I really thing if parents decide to have more kids they should take care of them and it shouldn’t be the older children responsibility
Your idea that children are excused from responsibility because they are children is a VERY child like, and immature way of looking at the world!! The world and the people in it don't DESERVE ANYTHING just because they are born!! It is the parents responsibility to teach their children to be responsible, to do chores, to work for EVERYTHING that you have... if anything happens to those children in the future, or they lose their parents... those kids will ALL not only be able to care for themselves, but they will also be capable of caring for their own families and then some!!! Biggest mistake a parent could make is not teaching children how to care for themselves and others!! ITS the entire definition of love and life... if your living only for yourself... that is the epitome of selfish!!!!!
They wanted a big family & you have no right to judge that. All kids are well looked after & loved & never received benefits they own a pie business. Lovely family love watching their you tube
When is there enough children? I couldn't deal with the chaos & noise. It's selfish to just keep reproducing. Sue soon will be in the change of life, what then? She won't be of childbearing age forever. What about her having a life of her own?
It is there business when they brag to people on line they are a disgrace in my eyes when she says we are very lucky oh really I think you are very selfish the screaming they do in that van it's a wonder you don't crash this country is a mess with the likes of you
Christmas seems to be a day when nobody goes without at the Radfords. They seem very happy, sweet, and caring. Does anyone else think these children look scruffy and in need of haircuts, hairbrushing, and newly ironed clothes? They seem lacking in training and discipline, but I nevertheless wish them the best in life.
Being a baker is a great trade/craft not to mention fairly simple to do if you're good at it. That house is huge & it's an accomplishment go to college. Here's a hint though, stop having so many babies.
They are a great family who wanted a big family. The children are all loved & wanted, have traveled overseas many times. They have a pie business so no benefits at all. Keep your judgements to yourself!
@@debgreene9038 yah I guess having a legacy of selfishness and overcompensating is something. Status quo is a couple kids... 17 and counting tho.. Wow.. he must be a real man!! Lets hope he breaks that 25 kids mark and show us all !!
