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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
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I think this is such a respectable decision! I will miss the family vlogs, but I imagine that when they're older the girls will be so grateful that you gave them this privacy and that you're letting them have a "normal" childhood.
100% agree!!!!
Totally understand and agree 💗👍🏻 still here for your wonderful content 🤩
I’m actually glad to know they’re doing this, it makes me respect them so much… it’s a scary place right now for kids on social media.
Can't lie, I've been watching for years and am sad to see the vlogs go! I am only 25 and not a parent, but am a nanny, and this channel has been a huge source of inspiration in my life. Thank you for bringing us Montessori content and showing the pay offs of your families dedication to it with videos showing how smart, well adjusted, and curious Mia and Kylie are! That said, completely respect and understand your privacy, I would absolutely do the same thing. I've been around for years and will continue to be!!
I came across your channel when I was searching how to teach a baby drinking water out of an open cup. And then I started following you and learned about Montessori. Your videos have guided me so much on raising my now 3 year old(we started watching your video when she was 7 months). When she turned 2 we watch your videos together every tuesday and thursday. When I found out we have something in common I was so excited (Taiwan, Colorado, and I used to live near where you live so the target, ikea, costco, homedepot and library you go to brought back a lot of memories ). All in all, I 100% respect your decision and support your decision to do what is best for the girls.
We will miss your family vlogs!
Oh and I even name one of my twins Mia😆
All the best to your family!
Awww man 😭😭😭😭 I’m so sad. My kids and I would watch y’all together but I totally get it!! Thanks for all you did to provide us with so much encouragement with your vlogs. Looking forward to your Montessori videos to come
I will continue to partake of your Montessori offerings and buy what I can as gifts from Mike. I'll miss the girls, but they have a right to their privacy, especially the closer to formal school they get. Thanks for sharing all you did, including the travelogues.
Oh wow! I thought that this day might come, but it's still so sad! I love your family blogs, they've helped me through a lot of difficult moments, and seeing Kylie and Mia grow up on here and how you interact with them has brought me so much hope.. Like actually believing that I could have a happy family life one day!
So yes, I am very attached to you/them/the vlogs, but I also want the girls to be safe and free as kids, and I believe you are doing the right thing for them. Bravo to you, this decision must not have been easy at all!!
Glad you’re doing what’s best with your family and the girls!
I think this is a good call. Love that you were courageous enough to make this decision. Looking forward to seeing a renewed focus on the Montessori content :-)
Thank you for so generously sharing the family vlogs. I understand and respect your decision to protect your family’s privacy. Kylie and Mia have brought incredible joy to our home. We adopted our daughter and shortly after she came into our home COVID was here. This created an incredibly isolating parenting experience raising an only child. Your vlogs were such an encouragement to me. Our daughter absolutely adored virtually entering the childhood adventures of your girls. We look forward to having you here to support our Montessori home. You’re amazing - heartfelt thanks for all you do!
I 100% understand. I appreciated that your blogs felt natural and respectful rather than taking advantage of high emotion moments with the kids and whatnot. Enjoy your family and privacy and thanks for giving us a glimpse into your lives. It’s been aspirational for us :)
I totally respect your decision!!!
Look forward to more Montessori video!
Loved seeing Montessori and respectful parenting in action with the vlogs, but 100% get it and support your decision!
In the past, the family vlogs were very valuable in normalizing what I was doing with Montessori. I am now more confident in my own inner voice for how to approach things and I want to thank you for being my training wheels. Change is important to creating things that better serve us and leads to things you wouldn't have seen otherwise. I'm so excited for what happens next. Thank you for all you do. 🧡
We also have 2 girls just about the same age. Thank you for helping me get through and understand those tough and also beautiful years. Enjoyed the Montessori and the personal content. thanks for sharing... goodbyes are hard!
What a gift you’re giving your girls and family. Privacy and living life without a camera around. I don’t watch family vlogging, and I’ve only watched your Montessori theme videos. So excited to see more of them.
I thought you were closing the channel so I’m so happy you will continue! You made the right choice for your family!
Completely understand you guys! Your vlogs served a wonderful purpose and personally helped me feel less alone parenting during covid. Thank you for that and thank you to Mia, Kylie and Mike and snappy the alligator for sharing your personal lives too 😊. I purchased your book and can't wait to enroll my kid into a montessori school!
Good for you! You can always change how you feel about things, that’s truly Montessori!! Best of luck and enjoy those babies though we will miss them!!
Thank you for sharing your life with me. Wishing you all the best with your studies, wishing success for Mike and wishing all that's beautiful for the girls. I'm definitely sticking around for Montessori content. Regards
I can’t not respect you more. We are going to miss you, but this decision make me see how good of a mom you are.
Power to you for doing what's best for your family!!
I am really sad to hear this but it completely makes sense. I hope you and your family continue to spend quality time together and that you can be more present and relaxed with them, not thinking about capturing the moment for the vlog.🤗 I enjoyed watching your family vlogs immensely because I was able to see what all the Montessori principles look like when put into practice. I started watching them in order to understand the Montessori philosophy better and I stayed because you, Mike and the girls are really genuine, down to earth, lovely people and it was fun and hearwarming watching your content. I wish you all the best 🥰
Well, I understand, I do not put my kids on social media as well. As mom of two babies I go to you regularly for inspiration 🤩! Best of luck for girls and you two! I hope this is not inappropriate, but your girls have sweet cute lips AS MINE OWN GIRLS!
definitely the best decision you could make!
I was wondering if you could leave the last family vlog open to the public a little longer, i didn’t get the chance to watch it sadly 😔
As sad as I am not to see the vlogs anymore, I completely understand your decision. I hope this is a decision you made naturally and not one forced on you due to people who were creeps. I can't believe the links people go to to invade RUclipsrs privacy. Will you be leaving up the montessori videos that had the girls? I have been using those as reference and would hate to see those go, but would understand if you decided to remove those as well.
Good for you guys!
I stopped watching for awhile because the family content is kinda strange, Totally agree with your choice!!
Oh no! Yes I understand BUT omg my 2 year old is obsessed with your family blogs - she likes pretending to be Mia especially. I’m so sorry your old videos will go away and I’m not sure how to break the news to her. 😬
I’m so happy to hear this! While I loved seeing some of the little glimpses of Mia and Kylie being absolutely adorable, I feel like the internet has become a lot scarier. You are protecting your family and allowing your girls to have even more autonomy by giving them the choice to put themselves on the internet when they are old enough to make that choice.
One suggestion, if you and Mike are up for it, you could keep going with the “What’s Hapaning” ending clips. I always loved getting some good little tidbits of info or just your opinion on things that don’t need a whole video. Or do a monthly “What’s Hapaning” video answering a bunch of peoples real and hypothetical questions.❤️
Yesss love this like a bit of joint advice maybe some examples kind of like learning from them whilst still not filming the girls keeping thier privacy to an extent. What a great idea second this!
Yes to all of this!
Also seconding this!
Love this idea!
I too have been struggling with the idea of having my daughter’s face online, so I really respect this decision. Good on your for protecting those sweet girls, and your family time!
If you’re up for it, I would love it if you brought back the “What’s Hapa-ning” section! That’s was always one of my favorite segments.
Thank you for all you have done to educate all of us, and for helping shape my parenting for the better! 💗 Be blessed!
I am SO proud of you both for making this decision. I fell in love with your channel for Montessori content - I actually didn't realize you vlogged for so long beforehand - and have always favored that over vlogs, personally. As an early childhood educator I am very critical of "family content" online because I have been trained to understand the scary side of having a digital footprint at an early age. Your decision to focus on Montessori is so respectful of Kylie and Mia and I know they will be so grateful as they get older. You are wonderful, hardworking parents and it is so refreshing to see a family explicitly take action to prioritize safety, privacy, and normalcy over social media moolah. Can't wait to see what you do next!
P.S. Are the videos in your "Montessori Activities for Ages ____" series going to stay public? I think they are truly some of your best and most comprehensive (I rewatch all the time!), but they obviously have footage of the girls so I understand if you decide to remove them.
Love this decision for you and your family and love this comment! I am also a elementary educator and agree whole heartedly with it all. Same question, I love your activities by age and rewatch them all the time too. Especially as my little one grows through each stage!
I have the same question as well. 🙏🏽
I’m not gonna lie- it makes me so so sad. I feel a sense of… loss? These vlogs and your whole family have been such a source of comfort and inspiration to me for years. But I totally understand and respect your decision. And I’m excited for you and your plans!
im in the same boat:( i love this little family and i envision myself having two kids and doing montessori with them and i just cant find any others on yt that are so genuine, such amazing ppl i look up to and wish to learn from like you guys
Exactly what she said.
Sammmee☹️💗
Me too 😭
Exactly!!!
This is a very respectable decision and it’s important to protect your kids privacy in the digital age so I applaud this move! 👏 I love your channel and your family has given me inspiration for how I want to have a family with my partner someday! I’m looking forward to more Montessori content. ☺️
We are THRILLED to hear this news and completely support your decision and all future endeavors! Thank you for welcoming us into your home over the years. That, in itself, has been the greatest gift anyone has ever given me; the chance to emulate a loving, respectful, Montessori home and the privilege to get to know you, Mike, Kylie, and Mia. The best part is, we still get to learn and emulate through the Montessori at Home series!
I’m so happy for you all and your future prospects. I couldn’t do one day of what you all have done for the sake of inspiring the masses, and will continue to do so through your Montessori content. THANK YOU Ashley, Mike, Kylie, and Mia, from the bottom of our hearts ❤️
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I don’t blame you at all for your decision. I don’t post anything about my kids online, and I’m sure your girls will appreciate your decision as they get older. I’m still following all your Montessori content!
I respect you even more for not letting money cloud your judgment over what is best for your child.
My 2 years old gets so inspired by your kids! She learned the coat flip from watching Kylie! She would always ask, “watch Ashley!” You’re really the only family vlog we watch! But as a parent you do what you think is best for your family! Not gonna lie, it’s kinda sad though. Wish the girls the best especially when they start school! Wish Mike the best on his ventures! See ya on the Montessori videos.
Same! My 3 year old loves watching the girls and has learned so much from them. Also the only vlog we watch. He is gonna miss them so much.
@@jruckstuhl7166 I just learned just as much is not more from everything she together and show us! Definitely bittersweet.
Same for me too, my daughter was always inspired watching the kids and learned a lot from them!
It feels like we lost something doesn’t it.
My 2 year old always asks "watch mia" and she gets so inspired to do what she does.
The vlogs have really given my a direction being a young sahm.
All i can say is...
Thank you Ashley.
Thank you Mike.
Thank you Kylie.
Thank you Mia.
Lots of love.
My little two year old says the same thing! 🥺
It’s insane how attached I’ve grown to you and your beautiful family. So.. taking a moment a cry a little. I’ve been dreading this day for so long. Your family vlogs have been a tremendous comfort. Thank you for the privilege of access into your family life over the past four years. All that said, I’m genuinely so happy that you’ve decided to listen to your heart and do what feels right. I hope you’ll let us know when you do manage to get that play group up and running!
Honestly I'm proud of ya'll's decision. It makes me feel ick when I watch other family vloggers and seeing their young kids constantly "perform" for the camera and this idea that they have to make these videos constantly so the family can have this lavish lifestyle. Not to mention all the creeps who take images of these children and use them for not-so-innocent purposes 🤢
I still love the montessori videos and will love to keep seeing those!
I completely understand your decision, but I want to cry right now lol. You’re channel is definitely my favorite. My 5 year old son and I love watching your vlogs. Just love watching all the fun adventures you have with the girls. One of our favorite things was the grocery hauls lol so cute 🥰
We will definitely stick around for Montessori videos.
So excited for you and so happy that you can have extra time with your family.
I confess that I am disappointed but I DON'T feel let down. How could I? You're doing what is right for the girls and your family. I will miss seeing the girls, I've been watching since Mia was three months old. I'll always remember baby Mia and her bucket helmet, and big sister Kylie with her imagination and large vocabulary. ❤
I love this decision. The girls deserve their privacy. Great move ♥️
What a great decision! This seems like the healthiest thing for the girls, as well as the two of you. Look forward to more Montessori videos! 💚💙💜
Good for you guys!!! So thankful for you and your Montessori content!!!! Happy for you guys
I had a feeling this was coming. Good for you for making the right decision for your kids. I’ve enjoyed watching the vlogs a lot, but I’m with you when it comes to family vlogging. I don’t even post my kid’s face on private Instagram, so it feels hypocritical to watch a family vlog sometimes, in a way.
It’s been a joy to see your girls growing - like a glimpse into what my kiddo may be like when she’s a bit older, so thanks for sharing. I think I started watching early in the pandemic when I was home with my newborn, so it’s been quite the ride!
Love this for you and your family and support your decision 100% 😊 so super excited for more Montessori content!
So happy for you guys and totally understand! ❤️
I think the part I'll miss from the vlogs is just seeing your setup and drawing that inspiration. Maybe you could make some occasional videos of the playroom or kitchen, without the girls in them, talking about how your current setup is working.
Maybe Mike could make a video on your channel now and then from his perspective, maybe about being a Dad, or about his business!
It would also be cool to have you both do longer Q&A videos like your what's happening session.
Yes, I would love to see an occasional update video that doesn't have to be a vlog. Just Ashley or Ashley and Mike talking about how things are going or answering questions.
Oh, i totally understand your decision, this is why I never really gave too much thought to creating my own channel, but I'll miss seeing your girls grow up. I hope maybe in some of your Montessori videos we'll be able to see a few glimpses here and there. But if not, I do understand that too.
Good luck with your channel and with your family as well ❤
I'm glad to hear you're going with a direction that feels comfortable for your family. Your family's safety and peace is always first. Will miss seeing your family updates but I completely agree it's best for the girls. Even with the minimal filming of Stella I do, I've noticed her increased awareness of the camera and have had to take a step back. I can only imagine what it was like in your shoes! I hope we still hear from Mike when there's new Montessori & Me updates tho 🥺🥺🥺
Literally Huda said 'ami phone prida(ami leave the phone)' so many times and took it from my hands placed it on the table, just whilst video calling her dad or if i want to record soemthing to show him. She's really aware of it and i feel guilty either way that he missed the moments so i just started to write down what she did instead and hope that would be enough for him to see a picture and hera the story. Its so stressful balancing this but Huda's development and sense of self and her connection with me and her concentration comes first.
Oh Ashley so supportive of your decision, and I am soooooo happy you will still be putting up Montessori content. I find your application of Montessori principles so very accessible and wonderful. Thank you!!! Excited for you!!!
I’m sad to hear that all your old vlogs will be private too :( but I can completely understand and respect this decision as a parent.
This is why you’re one of the best moms on RUclips! Good luck on the new journey, and we will miss Kylie and Mia ❤️ You’ve both done such an amazing job with them, and created a beautiful home and childhood for them ❤️❤️❤️
Hey Ashley... I respect your decision and appreciate your concern for the girls, but please don't take down the family vlogs too soon after this update, atleast give us time to watch them once more, or atleast catch up on some which we missed, other than that I fully support your decision, love to Mia and Kylie. ❤️❤️❤️
Gone... They are gone already💔
They where already gone 2 days ago :(
So happy for you guys! This sets such a good example for other channels as well. Thank you!
It’s been a long 3 years of following, but i wouldn’t change a thing! Your content has always brought such joy into everyone’s life & homes. My daughter and I will miss the vlogs dearly, but we’re so happy you’ve made this decision for your family and the girls as that is what’s most important. The community you’ve built will always be here to show our support, wishing you all well with your exiting future! All the best, you’ve inspired me since day one and will continue to do so, Thank you!
Awe. I’m actually ugly crying. I obviously respect your decision but will really really miss the girls and of course Mike too. Bye sweet little family that has inspired me to bring Montessori into my home. I appreciate you and all the hard work you’ve put into sharing your life with me for so many years. Big hugs!
My little eyes held out until the moment the words poured out your mouth. Then, the floodgates opened 😭
There was some sense of comfort and reassurance in knowing that I could open up the page every week and share in a loving, fun, and adventurous experience with such a beautiful family each week💕
I wholeheartedly thank you for your vlogs, Hapa Fam! I'll miss the girls and Mike so much 🙈 You've all been walking rays of sunshine 🌈☀️
May this bring you all more peace, Ash :) ✌🏽 I wholeheartedly respect your choice. Wishing you all the best in this new chapter ❤️
I’ve literally felt like I’ve gone to parenting school watching your vlogs. While I’ll never forget what I’ve learned, I’ll be sad not to have these videos as a reference anymore. 😭 you’re such amazing parents and my future children are already blessed by your example to me. You’ve given me a picture of what motherhood can look like and there’s no small thing.
Your family has helped me with my own little girl for so long now. We will definitely miss seeing the girls but I think this is such a beautiful and respectful gesture to them.
I'm actually really sad, but I respect your choices.
My husband and I had started watching this channel since I was 10 weeks pregnant with my daughter. Then in March when my daughter got diagnosed with AML leukemia, we took a pause with the Montessori videos and Montessori Parents community because the practice just wasn't practical in the hospital setting. Also I wasn't mentally in place because my daughter's development was regressing due to the leukemia and chemotherapy treatment.
Anyway, sorry for rambling but we really enjoyed your vlogs, and thank you for sharing and allowing us to escape the hospital life for the 15-20 mins each week. Thank you.
We've enjoyed following your family and want to give a big thank you to Mike, Kylie and Mia for sharing with us over the past few years! We fully support your decision and are happy for your family! Can't wait to see more Montessori content in the future!
Such a great call for you and your family! I share your thoughts about social media and kids and my thoughts have changed over time as well. You are both such thoughtful parents and I am inspired by the ways you center your kids’ needs. Lots of love to you and I can’t wait to keep learning more on Montessori!
It was nice watching your videos with my son, but I agree with you. It would be hard to live in the moment with your family when you have to try and capture the moment for RUclips. Blessings moving forward you guys!!! I have loved watching your family grow!
I get it but I am so sad. This feels exactly like losing a close friend. I might come across as exaggerated but it’s as if a close friend has died suddenly without getting the chance to say goodbye. I have been watching you for the last over three years now. I cried and laughed with you. I cried at Mia’s birth video, when Kylie met Mia for the first time. I felt this was coming because the vlogs had not been as detailed and thorough in the last year or so. Honestly, I’m gutted. I am crying now. My son who is 3 years and 7 months old has been watching the vlogs with me for the last year or so and is so excited to see Mia and Kylie every week. Your vlogs have been the only screen time for him. He asked to have a chest of drawers like Kylie’s so he can put his clothes like she does. It’s a shock for me. It will take me a while to process this and accept its not something I can control. I do get it as I don’t post my son online but I feel a huge loss. I do hope that you will update us from time to time. Starting school and the odd photo. You as a family will be deeply missed.
As much as I like seeing the girls, I am so relieved by this decision! I much prefer children to have their privacy. I want Kylie and Mia to grow up at their best, and not seeing their faces is well worth that. YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST! This is good news!
I never comment on anything but I am so sad, your vlogs were everything to me, I learned so much , and you gave me so much ideas for my two kids. I always watched the vlogs where Mia was the same age as my son and I don’t watch anything else. So so sad. Your kids are very cute, and well behaved. I am sure they are going to grow up to be amazing women. Hope the best for you and your family. 😘
Gutted 😭
Please don’t delete your videos /(make private). I’ve learned so much from them too! Just to see how you talk to the girls, how you redirect behaviours, how they express themselves, etc. That’s what made me learn the most about parenting in its whole. Please please leave them as they’re such a valuable tool for so many of us ❤️
Yes, please keep them up. I have learned so much from you. I keep going back and rewatching them! I hope the best for you. Much love 💕
It’s not your decision. It’s their family and they want it to be private.
@@Claustrophobic_turtle oh I thought I had all the power in the world haha how funny 😁 I didn’t realise it wasn’t my decision, wow thanks for letting me know! You’re so wise, you might reencarnate in an owl for your next life 😉
@@latravesiadeliz1428 but you do realize your words are read by her, right? She already stated how she feels so bad because she’s letting people down. No need to rub salt in the wound.
I feel the same!
I learned more from the real life moment on those family vlogs.
It really captures the essence and the day to day feeling of applying Montessori at home…
Suggestion-if mike is down could you still do a what’s Hapaning but just more generically focus on Montessori parenting?
I second this. My husband loved seeing a Montessori dad!
Such a responsible decision. I know this would have costed you dearly but you put your children’s safety over profit. Kudos to you mom. I’ll help share your videos as much as I can. Hope you guys have great holidays.
Maybe you could continue with answering viewer questions with Mike one in a while? I always enjoyed hearing both your sides.
Hi Ashleigh - I’ve never commented before, but would just like to say a huge thank you for the hard work of the last 4 years. As a mum of 2 kids 2 and under you showed me how to find the joy in motherhood, and what a peaceful and sweet home looked like that I aspired to and would watch your vlogs when I was feeling the most down about when motherhood was the most hard thing I’ve ever done. These vlogs brought me and my 2 year old so much joy to see Kylie and Mia living a full and beautiful life. I will miss the vlogs sorely. I completely understand and agree with you, but doesn’t make it easy. My daughter Amelia would always ask if she could play with Kylie and Mia - so sweet :) thank you so much. They made an impact on my life - I got so much hope and encouragement that I could have a sweet time of motherhood too.
Loved watching the family vlogs but I'm so happy for y'all that you came to this decision. This world of family vlogging is so different than it was years ago. Looking forward to all the upcoming content!
You don't need to apologise for making this great decision for you and your family. Even though I will miss the vlogs, I was nodding in agreement the whole way through the video. Enjoy your family without that extra lens over your shoulders. I look forward to seeing your future Montessori videos! :)
I'm only watching your Montessori videos anyway :)
I'll miss seeing the girls and Mike having fun, but it's very understandable and I completely respect your decision from a parenting perspective. If you didn't do this at some point, you wouldn't be a very good parent, and you are an AMAZING parent! Mostly I will miss having two chances a week to view your content, because all your videos are great. But it sounds like you have lots of amazing entrepreneurial things on your horizon, so I wish your family lots of success going forward :)
It was a privilege being alongside your family for all these years. Thank you all for sharing that with us :)
I totally understand this decision. That being said, i'm also gonna miss the girls so much! Loved watching your vlogs with my little one :)
Feeling sad but i would have done the same for my 2 girls, i don't even post there pictures on social media, very wise and respectful decision, you'll always be on our hearts Ashley, it's safer and better to keep the kids away from this online world with its issues and lack of privacy, we love you and support you.
Well done! I am very happy about your decision! Children must be protected! Internet is not a safe place for them! They should not appear on any channel exposing their intimate life. I am very happy for your decision! 🎉👏
Will miss your funny kids (as will my tot!) and Mike, but I tooootally get this, and the Montessori content is so great, so glad you'll still be doing that! Thank the kids for us for all the fun entertainment over the years and let 'em know we wish them well as they move behind the scenes in RUclipsland!
I love that you guys are following through with doing what’s best for your family! Of course everyone will miss those sweet girls and your fam, but I as a viewer understand 100%! Privacy is important ❤️
I’m really happy that you’re rethinking this and not afraid to make the decision! I’m also so glad you’re financially able to do so. Your vlogs helped me with parenting through the pandemic ❤️
I'm so happy that you guys came to this decision together. I always wondered how do you both cope with the privacy of your children in this big community... Not only for now but for the future. I was curious about how to teach kids that their lives are everywhere to be seen... Actually it is something I wonder for myself with my daughter. Anyways lots of luck to the whole family!!
You and your family are amazing. Totally understand and support your decision. I found your vlog when I was pregnant and isolated during the early days of Covid. It was such a blessing at the time. Thanks for sharing a bit of your life with us and bringing smiles and laughter when it was needed most. Wishing the best for your family and excited to keep watching your Montessori content.
This is heartbreaking 💔 thank you for sharing your family. It’s been so excited to watch the girls grow and I’ve learned so much! I’ll keep watching
Totally down for all this. I will miss Mike though, maybe we can learn more from his perspective as it relates to parenting and Montessori? Either way, looking forward to more videos :)
Thank you for respecting your children’s privacy!!!
My absolute favorite moment was the vlog were Kylie said “my mind is the only one available”. Gave me a whole new respect for the insight of a child. I’m 6 mo pregnant with my first and you’ve given me such an incredible model for the mother I would like to be. Thank you!
After everything that has surfaced about family vlogging, I had a feeling you would make this decision eventually. You guys are the most genuine, kind humans. I will miss your videos but respect your decision!
I feel like I have lost a friend that inspires me to be a better mom! But I completely understand where your coming from and respect your decision. My son will miss the girls! He is 3 and for part of his screen time he asks to watch your vlogs. They have helped him be more adventurous with food (trying salmon for the first time) and with educational games he wants to play. He really thinks of your girls as his friends! Thank you for being a little joy in our week. We will miss you.
I’m not going to lie.. I’m pretty bummed. However I completely understand and respect your decision. As a white and Asian mixed family (#amwf) we have loved watching your vlogs and finding relatable content. Thank you for the last 4 years of sharing your life with us virtually! Will continue to watch your Montessori content. Will there be a different schedule for that? Much love from us to you. xx
I'm gonna miss Kylie, Mia n Mike. 😢
I’m to be honest sad about it because I love your family and I learned a lot. At the same time I’m really happy for the girls and you guys; I think it’s the best decision. Its important to review our daily life and choose what works better. Love you Hapa family. 🥰❤️🥰❤️🥰💐💐💐
Hi Ashley, I started watching your channel for the Montessori at home videos, I think you were pregnant with Mia at the time, or she was a newborn. I then slowly started watching your vlogs every week. Then, as I found out more about family vlogging over the past few months, I decided to stop watching your family vlogs, even though you were a lot more respectful towards the girls than some other RUclipsrs. They were my favourite videos of yours to watch, but I decided to stop watching. I admired that you had more boundaries for your girls than other RUclipsrs (didn't film their meltdowns, only filmed once a week as opposed to daily), but I still felt like while they clearly enjoyed the videos, it is a bit hard to fully understand the full impact, especially the sheer number of people watching them. I really like your what's hapaning section, and I hope this will stay, alongside maybe sometimes vlogs focusing on you, as opposed to the girls. Anyway I am very happy about the decision you have made, and I am looking forward to watching everything you post again! I hope this doesn't come out as judgemental, I really admire the decisions you have made so far.
😭😭😭 no more Kylie Mia reruns for us. Sad! Absolutely understandable though! Thank you for sharing for the past four years! Much love to you all! 💜💜💜
I understand and fully support your decision. Kiddo is sad, we've has been watching your vlogs for 2 or 3 years now. I think we may need videos on what Mike is working on. I think the previous updates were in the vlogs.
Im going to miss seeing the kiddo's but I completely understand your choice and respect it.
This is so sad. I've been watching your family vlogs since the beginning. It will feel so weird not having them anymore. Sometimes I like going to past videos when Mia was a baby, just to see how kuch she's grown. Can't do that anymore
Totally understandable, Kylie and Mia are the most important here :) but I must say the timimg is bad for me :D I was about to check last family vlog, because you gave in comments names of car seats you have for girls, and I wanted to look at them :) can you write them again here please :) either way greetings to your family and I await next Montessori video!
much as i have loved watching your girls grow up, i agree with you that it's hard to justify family vlogs. children can't comprehend or consent to their lives being shared online for potentially millions to watch, and i would hate for any child to get older and resent their parents for sharing so much. it's actually been something that i've considered asking you about, as family vlogging seems fairly difficult to justify within a montessori framework. so, while i will (selfishly) miss seeing your family on my feed every week, i do think it'll be the best thing for your girls. please don't feel that you're letting anyone down; none of us have a right to demand to see your personal life, and your montessori at home content is really what i'm mainly here for!
Congratulations on taking this step! This feels like a breakup you knew was coming, but I know you had mentioned this as a likely plan and I respect your decision. Thank you for letting us come along for the ride all these years. For me the vlogs have been the best way to learn about Montessori and see it in practice in infinite little ways. I am sad that I won't have these videos to look back on when I start my own family. I also love Colorado and am considering moving there one day, so it was a great peak into life there. Again, thank you for sharing as much as you have and as long as you have felt comfortable while also putting your family first. I have learned a lot and am very excited for you all
While I appreciate your decision, I would have appreciated some heads up. My 5 year old, who watched your videos daily, feels like her friends just left her and is crying inconsolably.
Selfishly I'm so sad because you're the only youtuber I follow that is realistic and wholesome with their content 🙁 but also completely respect and appreciate this decision! I'm excited for your continued Montessori content but will miss your sweet family!