My aunt also raised me because my mother wasn’t fit. She was my best friend all my life. She passed away past August. I miss her dearly. You have no idea how much this will mean to her when she is able to understand.
Seems reckless and selfish for your brother and his gf to have another baby in the midst of something serious enough happening for Aaliyah to be taken off of them.
The fact that Aaliyah understands that 'mummy' is a loving, caring, mother figure and so insists on calling you it is so special ❤ you are doing AMAZING!!!!
I am a qualified social worker, so I know that the care proceedings process is not easy for all involved. Congratulations, you got through it, and I have no doubt that the Court made the best decision for Aaliyah! I am happy for both of you.
You have the worst job , you lot care about yourselves and not the children, you should be looking for a different career your job wreaks families and makes their lives hell mostly because you are protecting yourselves not so much these families , I’d never choose that job might as well be a nurse atleast or teacher
I commend you! I have had permanent guardianship of my niece and her sister. Since no one could get the older child who isn’t my bio niece, I took her as well. I’ve had custody since my niece was 8 months old and her sister was 8. They’re now 17 and 9 years old and I couldn’t be more fulfilled! Great job, auntie!🙌🏽👏🏽💪🏽
I so hear you about wanting things to be normal for her but also, her story will be her superpower! It’s okay for hers to be “different” ! Different isn’t bad and in her case different is her truth so try not make it so “normal” that it creates shame around her “different”. Hope that makes sense! Love you 💕and so excited to watch your motherhood journey!
Because of you stepping up to take care of the Princess, she's honestly going to grow up to be the most phenomenal woman. Don't take her calling u mummy for granted at all. This just shows how your nurturing is impacting her. Your situation is a big blessing. You are a MOTHER, and u are smashing it!
I can't help but think, look at how God's timing was perfected.....although your marriage came to an end, and the process to get your niece took so much longer than expected, you being able to come out on the other side of that and have peace and joy and have everything you needed is really an inspirational story
You are her mum, giving birth to someone doesn’t make you a mum.. how you love and nurture a child makes you a mum.. I’m glad you guys have eachother ❤
Congratulations Daina! Your perseverance is motivational....But, your brother is infuriating. Once is a mistake, and twice is a choice. I pray The other babies and your second niece are well and loved as much as Aaliyah. 💗God bless you all🙏🏽
I was adopted and my siblings got to stay with my parents & know their bloodline. But honestly, i feel like the blessed one! I love my MOMMA i wouldn’t trade my story for the world! She’s going to love you so much and appreciate the sacrifice you made as you didn’t have to take the responsibility of being her mom. Don’t worry! In the end, you are her mommy.
So why were u adopted? And why wouldn’t u preferred to live with ur actual mom and siblings. I can’t wrap my head around this. Because what makes parents unfit to raise one and not the others?
@@camrondigger you could have adrug problem when raising your child and be unfit to care for them in that state, years later you could have gone to rehab and fixed your life and had another child while sober and be the best parent to that child. All sorts of situations occur.
My nephew did the same thing with my mom when he started talking, he would call her "Mom" and she would tell him "No, I'm Grandma." Now that he's older he knows the difference but he will still sometimes call her Mom and not correct himself and then look at you like I said what I said lol. Its sweet its how she feels about you from what I've seen even though she knows the difference ❤️ p.s she said what she said lol
I wonder if Aaliyah will want to be adopted by Dainá when she gets older. It was such a mature decision not to take on two and be aware of your limits! I love this series ❤
I’m actually really glad to hear the system was SOO thorough during your process. Soo many vulnerable children slide through the cracks and continue to be mistreated in the Worstt way on a constant basis due to social services and the system being comfortable being UN thorough 💯💔. I hope they keep it up and continue to get better with this. Shoutout to you Aunty Daina/Mommy, good luck to you both
Awww, Honestly Aaliyah is so lucky to have you! I think it's really sweet that you said you feel like you both saved each other. Congratulations Daina. ❤
I am so proud of you. I just adopted my little brother and he is officially mine. No more social services!! I can move they way I want. I have had him since birth so it’s been 2 years of people in and out my house. I understand everything you said about social services.
I’m going through the same with my baby half sister. She’s going to be 2 in August. I couldn’t love her any more or less if I had birthed her myself. I feel like it all aligns as well… my birthday is 5th August, hers is the 9th August. My dad named her after me as well and we look so alike that people actually think she’s mine. To all kinship carers out there, we got this! 💪🏽 xx
Seeing your progression with Aaliyah is amazing! To be honest, I used to feel like you were a little bit cold towards her and that’s obviously just us seeing a snippet of your life with her, but watching more recent videos of you two together, I was very impressed. You are both very lucky to have each other!
I work on the care and family section in a court and see these cases everyday, and I can do nothing but commend you as this is such a big lifestyle change, but for the better. The fact she has family that is blood around her is all she needs! Congratulations TT you got this 🎉❤
Your brother continued to have kids knowing him nor the girl were stable. That's crazy. Your brother literally should be thanking God he has you there for his daughter,so many kids end up in the system due to the selfish negligence of adults. Social services have crazy high expectations cause some kids are crammed in a 1 bedroom with 6 siblings BUT Kin or not at least there doing there job to ensure these kids dont end up in more traumatic places, cause all the trauma you were going through with your ex husband its essential they did that to ensure your mental health is ok too. Make sure you definitely get time to breathe and relax, becoming a mother over night to a toddler and child that you didnt create its going to eat years and years of your life so prepare for knowing it will not always be highs there gonna be low lows, when your niece is growing up God forbid shes gonna see all these videos and have her own mind and might go back to the parents. Its a lonnnnng road ahead. May God Guide you well. Be mindful what you share on the internet, not everyone has a good eye or ear. Definitely think about therapy of some kind... alot of predators out there that will swoop in like they want you but really looking at ur child. Be very aware of people coming into your life.
Not ‘Ashy’ loool! Sorry that made me laugh. Congrats Daina. As a qualified Social Worker in the UK, I understand it takes a lot for a child to be removed from their home. It’s the last resort and it takes so much time. It’s amazing that you were able to step in and give Aaliyah what she needs and the life she deserves. You got each other now. 💚
Hey Daina! Silent watcher, been watching for years now. but i just wanted to say whether you believe or not, things happen for a reason bc your story has already been written! God knew exactly what was going to happen in the hardships/situations in your life. He blessed you with Aaliyah to help ease the pain with the divorce simultaneously. God got you always! Aaliyah is blessed to have such a smart/common sense having auntie lol Idk about anyone else in the family but i believe you were the best fit. Your perseverance is admirable! Celebrate these wins/blessings! ❤
Literally right after I was thinking how she’s named after you for a reason you brought it up lol. I’m very happy that you and Aaliyah have each other. I know it wasn’t easy going through all those changes at once and becoming a parent overnight but you genuinely seem like a natural at it. So proud of youuu! Much love ❤️❤️
1 minute in - Daina is sooooooo responsible. I pray that God continues to bless you - more wealth, health and happiness. Being the official guardian for Aaliyah is the best thing you have done in your life.
Congratulations Dainá! You've been the best Aunty and pretty much the best & most loving guardian Aaliyah could ever have. I remember when you had to keep all the deets hush hush and weren't allowed to film her. Happy for you and your beautiful niece.
I am really happy for you. I'm also now a special guardian for my 11month old sister. I had the final court hearing April 2023, it was a long process for real from last year. I was fighting for her when she was in my mothers womb. Last year was difficult as I gained a sibling(sister) and lost a sibling( brother) in a 2 week span. But through all of that the most high gave me strength. Now I am here today a special guardian Sister-Mother.
As a kid that went through similar things you’ve listed going through, I can’t help but admire you and how you truly put Aaliyah first when you didn’t have to. You could’ve been selfish like a lot of parents and do things out of spite and hate and you don’t, and that’s what every child needs! you’ve accepted something so beautiful in life and that’s to care for another human and help them through their life and she will grow up to be an amazing young lady with your guidance. I know it was hard, I know it’s still hard! but you push through and that’s beautiful. I get aggravated watching my little cousins for a few days and how their family acts so I can only imagine. But God bless you and HAS blessed you, with his guidance you guys will make it.
your niece is so lucky to have you. When she gets older, shes definitely gonna be confused but at least she will know she was loved and had someone to care for her.
Nah, I disagree. Given the circumstances, Aaliyah has the best possible outcome. She’s with people whom are familiar to her but most importantly she’s with family. Of course Aaliyah will have questions when she gets older however she definitely won’t be confused!
What a lovely thing for you to have done, I know people think kids don’t remember stuff but I personally think your actions of love, kindness and care will be something Aaliyah will always remember and be grateful for
Huge respect to you for taking her in. It's not an easy thing to do but it's the right thing, and I'm sure God will shower you both with his blessings.
Congratulations!! I went through this with my two nieces. When u officially get granted guardianship it's a great feeling & such a relief!! Esp after all u go through to get to that point. I found the majority of the social workers involved difficult. Alot of them seem to enjoy watching u scared & nervous through such an intense humiliating & uncomfortable process. They weren't above lying either. Anyway It was all worth it because nobody can take my girls away & they are safe loved & protected for life. I'm sure you feel the same about Aaliyah.
The fact that Daina would rather take care of a child that’s not hers than to have children with her ex says a lot about the type of person he was. Smh. I’m glad Daina’s in a better place.
Why does that woman keep having kids if she can’t look after them? and why is your brother not helping you look after his own child like at least financially?
"Don't tell me what to do cause I already know what to do" ... tell me you're a taurus without telling me you're a taurus. You're amazing for taking Aaliyah in and just in general. Most people would look the other way and to be fair, you reallyyy didn't have to nobody is responsible for children other than their own. It's really commendable and since I've been watching you for years, it really feels like I'm watching my big sis glooow up. INTERNALLY and EXTERNALLY. Heereee for it. CONGRATULATIONS!
I must say the UK seems very thorough with this process of guardianship, its actually impressive. In South Africa, I think if there is a roof over the baby’s head and there’s some food, then it’s all good😭
Why are they still having babies that is horrible. Thank God for you EVERYTHING is for a reason! They should both be thankful for you. My mom was adopted at 5 years old and hated her Birthmom for years because she had more kids after and kept them all. Now my mom is 60 and says being adopted was the best decision her birthmom ever made. I was blessed with the best adoptive Grandmother I could ask for. I wasn’t told my mom was adopted and my grandmother wasn’t blood until maybe 7 years after she passed. I never got a chance to thank her for raising me and my mom like her own. She was my moms babysitter turned mom 😢
This was so great to hear! My aunt stepped in and housed many of my cousins at times where they needed her most. We love and cherish her definitely. You’re clearly doing this from the heart❤
As a fellow auntie mommy, thank you for sharing. It’s such a special circumstance/relationship that is very hard to explain and for people to relate to.
Them beefing with you while you saving they child is beyond meeee! Edit: my aunt took in my cousin after her mom died and my uncle was yea… but my cousin calls her mom/ ma and my aunt refers to her as daughter. She’s really all she knows so I think it’s pretty normal.
I don’t normally comment on videos, but I just wanted to say YOU ARE AMAZING! And this made tear up a bit. You are the perfect person for her and should be so proud of yourself. You are her mum (even if she has her biological mum) you are the one that teaching her and CARING for her. Big up yourself ❤️
I am binge-watching you. Since I haven't seen you since you were tootsie time singing Michael Jackson I love how you brag and are amazed at your child. It is gratifying and an honor. Also, you ARE her mom. I love this for you, and motherhood looks good on you, sis.
Yeah that’s very weird. But in this case (which we don't know the details) i don't think it's them not be able to deal with their children in a financial way... seems like violence was happening
@@AngelaElikya dont want to over share but based on a previous live i dont think it was violence more their inability to cope with the three young children. Just glad things have worked out now 🙏🏾
@@ndzallnIn that case they definitely need to stop having kids for now. There is way to many ways to prevent pregnancies for her to always end up pregnant
As a fellow auntie taking care of kids, i congradulate you on the guardionship. Ive been taking care of my sisters kids since i was eleven so relationship problems have been nothing i experienced but glad you made it through and from the past videos your doing a great job in raising a child so young.
so immensely proud of you. Your resilience, empathy, and maturity is something to be admired. You deserve all the flowers. Continued blessings to you, Aaliyah, and the rest of your family
Yessss Single Auntie Momma! Daina you will truly be blessed for stepping in to care for your niece. Motherhood, no matter how you enter it, is a love like no other. You & Aaliyah’s bond will forever be unbreakable. 🖤
Out of curiosity, if the environment is deemed unfit enough for the child to be removed from the parents care (which obviously isn’t done lightly) why are some of the children able to stay?
Something I'm missing. How are parents letting go of one kid while they keep another? Also, why are they procreating again if chances are they may give up the new kid(s) for adoption? Anyway, I wish you both the best in your new journey ♥️
I’m a bit confused. If Aaliyah mother is deemed fit enough to have all her other children back in her care then why can’t Aaliyah go back and live with her mum her siblings? I guess there’s a reason. Congratulations on getting the SGO. Such a massive sacrifice you have made. God bless you x
Hearing your child say "mommy" is the most beautiful thing you will ever hear. I would have done the same thing. There are no rules for caring for family members kids l, as long as she's happy and healthy is all that matters!!!! When she gets older she will thank you for loving her and not putting her in care. I'm in the States and in any state you don't want your child to go there. U go mama!!!! LOL
I am so glad to get this update! I remember the video you about being overwhelmed by the whole situation and not being able to really share. You are such a strong person Daina. Thank you for sharing! Aaliyah is so lucky to have you
I'm so proud of you and happy for you and Aaliyah! I was raised by my amazing great auntie and I never felt different. She made sure it was normal for me so you have the right idea! I know when Aaliyah is old enough to express her feelings she's gonna be so proud you were the one to look after her! S/n I called my Aunt, Aunt Dolly, Ma, Mommy, and Auntie Ma up until her passing. She never corrected me and didnt allow anyone else to. As small as that may seem I think it heavily contributed to the normalcy that we had in our household. BIG UP AUNTIE MA DAINA, WELL DONE!
Quickly, removed 1 of 7 kids..not for legal reasons. My mother divorced my dad, I was 6 weeks old. She went to live with my Aunt and Uncle. They weren’t able to have children. After 6 months, my mom got back on her feet. They offered to keep me and well…the rest is history. Regretted not being able to call my Aunt my Mom or Mommy. Hated not being included MORE with the other siblings. At 56yo, I have always felt different. I don’t have any harsh feelings for anyone involved. I have moved passed most of it. You are nailing it girlie. Blessings to you!
I’m looking forward to seeing the journey of you and Aaliyah continuing but at the same time I want to fast forward like 10 years. I’m a single mom of 1 girl, she’s 9 and your right it’s very rewarding!❤️ God bless you both x
Im so happy for you!!!❤ love how aware you are of how everything willeffect her now and in the future!! Deffo beleive it was meant to be🙏🙏🙏shes very lucky to have you!!!! You both saved each other.....like you said❤❤❤❤❤
As a new subscriber, I just wanna say that this entire video warms my heart and I wish you nothing but the best for you and that baby. Many blessings to you. If I ever find myself in a situation like this with my niece, I only hope I can handle it with as much Grace as you did.
Congratulation Aaliyah & Daina...Aaliyah is so Lucky to have no only an Aunty BUT a person as you in her Life Daina. It is Truly a Blessing for the both of you. I Love everything about you and how humble and selfless you are. And I love how you Love on your FAMILY. Your GOD will continue to BLESS you for the Heart that you have. Praying for you and the FAMILY as a Whole. You've Done very well and continue to do well...I LOVE YOUR HEART, it's such a DAMN GOOD ONE...GOD BLESS!! I teared up a few times because of your heart.
Daina, I am so proud of you for staying strong and pushing through this all. Aliyah is in good hands and I’m so glad the whole thing is all over with. You are an amazing mother to Aliyah and I think it’s also amazing how you are on good terms with the parents as well. Blessings to you! ❤
I’m sure it was super painful making the decision to pull out of taking care of Aaliyah’s sister as well but you had to put yourself first as well, and I’m glad you did🤍 praying her sister gets the best love and care
My Grandma became my SG when I was 13 she literally save my life. We were lucky to have some amazing social workers that were very informative; there are a lot of things a LAC is entitled to that are not often public knowledge. I commend you for everything your doing for Aaliyah ❤
Wow, you're amazing! Not once did I think she was not yours, having a child is so so difficult but such a blessing whichever the child comes about. You're a MOM! and i think you guys definitely blessed each other. God bless
Hearing her call you mama is so sweet❤ honestly you are so strong and that baby girl is so blessed to have such an amazing family and aunty such as yourself.. what you did for her and her future is something she will thank you for for her entire lifetime and it is something you will never look back and regret doing. The world needs more humans like you in it. I commend you, I have 2 children of my own and some days I’m like omg I just wanna run away! So for u to step up to the plate for children you didn’t even create or birth and show up every day even when u don’t have too- and even on the days the baby is driving you mad.. is beautiful. Being a caretaker ( a good dependable one) is the hardest job in the world.
Beautiful storytime❤ I share the same experience with my grandson. These types of experiences turn metal into gold - they helped me find myself, and I'm grateful. Life is now full, and not because of the things but because of the Source of life within me dissolved the sense of lack, fear, hurt, and worry. If you ever need someone to talk to- I've been through a lot also with relationships- and I'm thankful for each opportunity to grow (that is what suffering does) but I would love to lend a listening ear- and loving advice if ever you need sister.
I’m soooo happy for you. I got emotional near the end. You are such a strong woman and I’m so happy the two of you have each other. I see so many blessings in your future for the both of you. God bless, seriously. Thank you for sharing your story
I can just imagine how stressful it was having social services in your business - but the truth is common sense isnt common and people really are mentally redundant and flat out stupid, those people NEED to be told and shown how to take care of a child regardless whether their intentions are pure, theres parents out here putting tattoos on their kids and giving them alcohol yet, love their kids and give them everything, so even as abrupt, inconvenient, time wasting and intrusive as social are they are also vey much needed bt like this situation, it was just for a time
I remember the first time you showed her as a tiny newborn baby and you were so in love with her. Your brother was playing a video game and holding her later in that video and I remember thinking you going to have to step up and help them. He just looked so young holding her and the controller playing a video game.
Congratulations Daina & Aaliyah! So proud & happy for you both. You are an inspiration! Definitely the best outcome. Wishing you nothing but the best. God bless you!❤
It’s amazing that u look like the amazing soul Aaliyah and your voice is incredible to have a niece with the name as the late singer and your name as her middle name this has always been written in the stairs ❤❤❤❤I’m happy to see that u notice all of her talents just as u have done for yourself 🙏🏾
That is sweet, hearing her say "MUMMY, MUMMY." You let her decide for sure, she is so sweet. God Bless you girls.
My aunt also raised me because my mother wasn’t fit. She was my best friend all my life. She passed away past August. I miss her dearly. You have no idea how much this will mean to her when she is able to understand.
You can be her Momty 🫶🏻
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@@destinyk3612momty I love that
We sticking with momty.🫶🏽🤍✨
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Aaliyah is so lucky to have an aunt and mother figure like you in her life
Seems reckless and selfish for your brother and his gf to have another baby in the midst of something serious enough happening for Aaliyah to be taken off of them.
She needs someone she can call Mommy/Mummy on a daily basis. It’s an honor
The fact that Aaliyah understands that 'mummy' is a loving, caring, mother figure and so insists on calling you it is so special ❤ you are doing AMAZING!!!!
I don’t know the origins of the kinship arrangement, but I really hope your Bro stops having kids. RESPECTFULLY 🙏🏾
Exactly if he was my brother I would be so mad with him
I am a qualified social worker, so I know that the care proceedings process is not easy for all involved. Congratulations, you got through it, and I have no doubt that the Court made the best decision for Aaliyah! I am happy for both of you.
Hated almost as much as the police. I wouldn’t highlight that’s your job.
@@sh.4409 No they’re not lol
@@sh.4409no one asked
@newleft2254 they are though
You have the worst job , you lot care about yourselves and not the children, you should be looking for a different career your job wreaks families and makes their lives hell mostly because you are protecting yourselves not so much these families , I’d never choose that job might as well be a nurse atleast or teacher
To have a mumty like you is a blessing 🤩🙏🏽
Love this!😃
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Mumty, love it ❤
Aaliyah is beyond blessed to have you as her mother. Wishing you all the best mama. You deserve it. ❤❤
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I commend you! I have had permanent guardianship of my niece and her sister. Since no one could get the older child who isn’t my bio niece, I took her as well. I’ve had custody since my niece was 8 months old and her sister was 8. They’re now 17 and 9 years old and I couldn’t be more fulfilled! Great job, auntie!🙌🏽👏🏽💪🏽
I so hear you about wanting things to be normal for her but also, her story will be her superpower! It’s okay for hers to be “different” ! Different isn’t bad and in her case different is her truth so try not make it so “normal” that it creates shame around her “different”. Hope that makes sense!
Love you 💕and so excited to watch your motherhood journey!
Makes so much sense thank you 🫶🏽
Because of you stepping up to take care of the Princess, she's honestly going to grow up to be the most phenomenal woman. Don't take her calling u mummy for granted at all. This just shows how your nurturing is impacting her. Your situation is a big blessing. You are a MOTHER, and u are smashing it!
I can't help but think, look at how God's timing was perfected.....although your marriage came to an end, and the process to get your niece took so much longer than expected, you being able to come out on the other side of that and have peace and joy and have everything you needed is really an inspirational story
You are her mum, giving birth to someone doesn’t make you a mum.. how you love and nurture a child makes you a mum.. I’m glad you guys have eachother ❤
Congratulations Daina! Your perseverance is motivational....But, your brother is infuriating. Once is a mistake, and twice is a choice. I pray The other babies and your second niece are well and loved as much as Aaliyah. 💗God bless you all🙏🏽
I was adopted and my siblings got to stay with my parents & know their bloodline. But honestly, i feel like the blessed one! I love my MOMMA i wouldn’t trade my story for the world! She’s going to love you so much and appreciate the sacrifice you made as you didn’t have to take the responsibility of being her mom. Don’t worry! In the end, you are her mommy.
So why were u adopted? And why wouldn’t u preferred to live with ur actual mom and siblings. I can’t wrap my head around this. Because what makes parents unfit to raise one and not the others?
@@camrondiggertiming.. unfortunately.
@@camrondigger you could have adrug problem when raising your child and be unfit to care for them in that state, years later you could have gone to rehab and fixed your life and had another child while sober and be the best parent to that child. All sorts of situations occur.
@@camrondiggerthere so many reasons.
Why would they keep having children in this situation 😢😢😢
😂😂😂 Shut Up
Its just irresponsible tbh. But I hope they can both work on being better.
My nephew did the same thing with my mom when he started talking, he would call her "Mom" and she would tell him "No, I'm Grandma." Now that he's older he knows the difference but he will still sometimes call her Mom and not correct himself and then look at you like I said what I said lol. Its sweet its how she feels about you from what I've seen even though she knows the difference ❤️ p.s she said what she said lol
Shedding tears. You are that girl Daina,let nobody tell you different. Jah bless
I wonder if Aaliyah will want to be adopted by Dainá when she gets older. It was such a mature decision not to take on two and be aware of your limits! I love this series ❤
I’m actually really glad to hear the system was SOO thorough during your process.
Soo many vulnerable children slide through the cracks and continue to be mistreated in the Worstt way on a constant basis due to social services and the system being comfortable being UN thorough 💯💔.
I hope they keep it up and continue to get better with this.
Shoutout to you Aunty Daina/Mommy, good luck to you both
100% AGREE
Awww, Honestly Aaliyah is so lucky to have you! I think it's really sweet that you said you feel like you both saved each other. Congratulations Daina. ❤
I am so proud of you. I just adopted my little brother and he is officially mine. No more social services!! I can move they way I want. I have had him since birth so it’s been 2 years of people in and out my house. I understand everything you said about social services.
I’m going through the same with my baby half sister. She’s going to be 2 in August. I couldn’t love her any more or less if I had birthed her myself. I feel like it all aligns as well… my birthday is 5th August, hers is the 9th August. My dad named her after me as well and we look so alike that people actually think she’s mine. To all kinship carers out there, we got this! 💪🏽 xx
Seeing your progression with Aaliyah is amazing! To be honest, I used to feel like you were a little bit cold towards her and that’s obviously just us seeing a snippet of your life with her, but watching more recent videos of you two together, I was very impressed. You are both very lucky to have each other!
I work on the care and family section in a court and see these cases everyday, and I can do nothing but commend you as this is such a big lifestyle change, but for the better. The fact she has family that is blood around her is all she needs! Congratulations TT you got this 🎉❤
It boils by blood when someone gets their kid taken but then keeps having more kids
Your brother continued to have kids knowing him nor the girl were stable. That's crazy. Your brother literally should be thanking God he has you there for his daughter,so many kids end up in the system due to the selfish negligence of adults.
Social services have crazy high expectations cause some kids are crammed in a 1 bedroom with 6 siblings BUT Kin or not at least there doing there job to ensure these kids dont end up in more traumatic places, cause all the trauma you were going through with your ex husband its essential they did that to ensure your mental health is ok too. Make sure you definitely get time to breathe and relax, becoming a mother over night to a toddler and child that you didnt create its going to eat years and years of your life so prepare for knowing it will not always be highs there gonna be low lows, when your niece is growing up God forbid shes gonna see all these videos and have her own mind and might go back to the parents. Its a lonnnnng road ahead. May God Guide you well. Be mindful what you share on the internet, not everyone has a good eye or ear. Definitely think about therapy of some kind... alot of predators out there that will swoop in like they want you but really looking at ur child. Be very aware of people coming into your life.
Has she shared what actually happened that caused the child to be removed from the home?
No she’s never said why x
This is so beautiful ❤ I have my own 3 babies but I am preparing myself to be the dependent/Responsible Guardian for my nephews.
Amazing. God bless you, you are truly Amazing
Not ‘Ashy’ loool! Sorry that made me laugh. Congrats Daina. As a qualified Social Worker in the UK, I understand it takes a lot for a child to be removed from their home. It’s the last resort and it takes so much time. It’s amazing that you were able to step in and give Aaliyah what she needs and the life she deserves. You got each other now. 💚
If her bio mum wanted to get her back, could she?
@@SummerTyme2023 depends what court order has been put in place. There are specific terms for every individual case.
@@M23xxxxxx oh ok thanks
@@SummerTyme2023 no worries ❤️
“I held it together through EVERYTHING” this sentence alone 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 you are changing the world Daina ❤️❤️
Hey Daina! Silent watcher, been watching for years now. but i just wanted to say whether you believe or not, things happen for a reason bc your story has already been written! God knew exactly what was going to happen in the hardships/situations in your life. He blessed you with Aaliyah to help ease the pain with the divorce simultaneously. God got you always! Aaliyah is blessed to have such a smart/common sense having auntie lol Idk about anyone else in the family but i believe you were the best fit. Your perseverance is admirable! Celebrate these wins/blessings! ❤
Literally right after I was thinking how she’s named after you for a reason you brought it up lol. I’m very happy that you and Aaliyah have each other. I know it wasn’t easy going through all those changes at once and becoming a parent overnight but you genuinely seem like a natural at it. So proud of youuu! Much love ❤️❤️
1 minute in - Daina is sooooooo responsible. I pray that God continues to bless you - more wealth, health and happiness. Being the official guardian for Aaliyah is the best thing you have done in your life.
Your brother should be grateful his daughter isn't in care. I hope he shows you gratitude
Congratulations Dainá! You've been the best Aunty and pretty much the best & most loving guardian Aaliyah could ever have. I remember when you had to keep all the deets hush hush and weren't allowed to film her. Happy for you and your beautiful niece.
I am really happy for you. I'm also now a special guardian for my 11month old sister. I had the final court hearing April 2023, it was a long process for real from last year. I was fighting for her when she was in my mothers womb. Last year was difficult as I gained a sibling(sister) and lost a sibling( brother) in a 2 week span. But through all of that the most high gave me strength. Now I am here today a special guardian Sister-Mother.
God bless you for real 💞
Bless you Ruqqaya❤
The clip of her calling you mummy is so cute 😂
As a kid that went through similar things you’ve listed going through, I can’t help but admire you and how you truly put Aaliyah first when you didn’t have to. You could’ve been selfish like a lot of parents and do things out of spite and hate and you don’t, and that’s what every child needs! you’ve accepted something so beautiful in life and that’s to care for another human and help them through their life and she will grow up to be an amazing young lady with your guidance. I know it was hard, I know it’s still hard! but you push through and that’s beautiful. I get aggravated watching my little cousins for a few days and how their family acts so I can only imagine. But God bless you and HAS blessed you, with his guidance you guys will make it.
I feel like you both are a blessing to each other. Your doing a great job .
your niece is so lucky to have you. When she gets older, shes definitely gonna be confused but at least she will know she was loved and had someone to care for her.
How is she gonna be definitely confused? Her parents were unable to care for her, so her aunt Dainá stepped in and raised her?
Nah, I disagree. Given the circumstances, Aaliyah has the best possible outcome. She’s with people whom are familiar to her but most importantly she’s with family. Of course Aaliyah will have questions when she gets older however she definitely won’t be confused!
The way Daina is handling it she wont be confused because mum and dad are in her life.
What a lovely thing for you to have done, I know people think kids don’t remember stuff but I personally think your actions of love, kindness and care will be something Aaliyah will always remember and be grateful for
Huge respect to you for taking her in. It's not an easy thing to do but it's the right thing, and I'm sure God will shower you both with his blessings.
Congratulations!! I went through this with my two nieces. When u officially get granted guardianship it's a great feeling & such a relief!! Esp after all u go through to get to that point. I found the majority of the social workers involved difficult. Alot of them seem to enjoy watching u scared & nervous through such an intense humiliating & uncomfortable process. They weren't above lying either. Anyway It was all worth it because nobody can take my girls away & they are safe loved & protected for life. I'm sure you feel the same about Aaliyah.
The fact that Daina would rather take care of a child that’s not hers than to have children with her ex says a lot about the type of person he was. Smh. I’m glad Daina’s in a better place.
Why does that woman keep having kids if she can’t look after them? and why is your brother not helping you look after his own child like at least financially?
Both your brother and his girl need to get themselves together. And stop keep having kids for now.
"Don't tell me what to do cause I already know what to do" ... tell me you're a taurus without telling me you're a taurus. You're amazing for taking Aaliyah in and just in general. Most people would look the other way and to be fair, you reallyyy didn't have to nobody is responsible for children other than their own. It's really commendable and since I've been watching you for years, it really feels like I'm watching my big sis glooow up. INTERNALLY and EXTERNALLY. Heereee for it. CONGRATULATIONS!
Right?! That’s us Tauruses down to a t! 😂
I must say the UK seems very thorough with this process of guardianship, its actually impressive. In South Africa, I think if there is a roof over the baby’s head and there’s some food, then it’s all good😭
It’s not the best in the states either
Why are they still having babies that is horrible. Thank God for you EVERYTHING is for a reason! They should both be thankful for you. My mom was adopted at 5 years old and hated her Birthmom for years because she had more kids after and kept them all. Now my mom is 60 and says being adopted was the best decision her birthmom ever made. I was blessed with the best adoptive Grandmother I could ask for. I wasn’t told my mom was adopted and my grandmother wasn’t blood until maybe 7 years after she passed. I never got a chance to thank her for raising me and my mom like her own. She was my moms babysitter turned mom 😢
This was so great to hear! My aunt stepped in and housed many of my cousins at times where they needed her most. We love and cherish her definitely. You’re clearly doing this from the heart❤
As a fellow auntie mommy, thank you for sharing. It’s such a special circumstance/relationship that is very hard to explain and for people to relate to.
Them beefing with you while you saving they child is beyond meeee!
Edit: my aunt took in my cousin after her mom died and my uncle was yea… but my cousin calls her mom/ ma and my aunt refers to her as daughter. She’s really all she knows so I think it’s pretty normal.
I don’t normally comment on videos, but I just wanted to say YOU ARE AMAZING! And this made tear up a bit. You are the perfect person for her and should be so proud of yourself. You are her mum (even if she has her biological mum) you are the one that teaching her and CARING for her. Big up yourself ❤️
Congrats! But it’s so frustrating when family don’t appreciate the sacrifices being made on their behalf 😑
I am binge-watching you. Since I haven't seen you since you were tootsie time singing Michael Jackson
I love how you brag and are amazed at your child. It is gratifying and an honor. Also, you ARE her mom.
I love this for you, and motherhood looks good on you, sis.
Why do ppl keep having kids when they clearly can’t deal
Yeah that’s very weird. But in this case (which we don't know the details) i don't think it's them not be able to deal with their children in a financial way... seems like violence was happening
@@AngelaElikya dont want to over share but based on a previous live i dont think it was violence more their inability to cope with the three young children. Just glad things have worked out now 🙏🏾
@@ndzallnIn that case they definitely need to stop having kids for now. There is way to many ways to prevent pregnancies for her to always end up pregnant
As a fellow auntie taking care of kids, i congradulate you on the guardionship. Ive been taking care of my sisters kids since i was eleven so relationship problems have been nothing i experienced but glad you made it through and from the past videos your doing a great job in raising a child so young.
So you took the child to raise her and your brother decided to have another one? Smh
so immensely proud of you. Your resilience, empathy, and maturity is something to be admired. You deserve all the flowers. Continued blessings to you, Aaliyah, and the rest of your family
Yessss Single Auntie Momma! Daina you will truly be blessed for stepping in to care for your niece. Motherhood, no matter how you enter it, is a love like no other. You & Aaliyah’s bond will forever be unbreakable. 🖤
Yayyyy LiLi!!!! so happy for you both. I knew it would be finalized eventually. You absolutely saved each other❤
Out of curiosity, if the environment is deemed unfit enough for the child to be removed from the parents care (which obviously isn’t done lightly) why are some of the children able to stay?
Exactly, and why would they have more children that they cannot look after.
Dear Daina,
You are such a special person - you saved your niece's life. God will give back to you ten fold over - Big Blessings to you 💜🍀♥️🎧💗💎💖👑💜
Something I'm missing. How are parents letting go of one kid while they keep another? Also, why are they procreating again if chances are they may give up the new kid(s) for adoption? Anyway, I wish you both the best in your new journey ♥️
I’m a bit confused. If Aaliyah mother is deemed fit enough to have all her other children back in her care then why can’t Aaliyah go back and live with her mum her siblings?
I guess there’s a reason. Congratulations on getting the SGO. Such a massive sacrifice you have made. God bless you x
Hearing your child say "mommy" is the most beautiful thing you will ever hear. I would have done the same thing. There are no rules for caring for family members kids l, as long as she's happy and healthy is all that matters!!!! When she gets older she will thank you for loving her and not putting her in care. I'm in the States and in any state you don't want your child to go there. U go mama!!!! LOL
I am so glad to get this update! I remember the video you about being overwhelmed by the whole situation and not being able to really share. You are such a strong person Daina. Thank you for sharing! Aaliyah is so lucky to have you
I'm so proud of you and happy for you and Aaliyah! I was raised by my amazing great auntie and I never felt different. She made sure it was normal for me so you have the right idea! I know when Aaliyah is old enough to express her feelings she's gonna be so proud you were the one to look after her! S/n I called my Aunt, Aunt Dolly, Ma, Mommy, and Auntie Ma up until her passing. She never corrected me and didnt allow anyone else to. As small as that may seem I think it heavily contributed to the normalcy that we had in our household. BIG UP AUNTIE MA DAINA, WELL DONE!
Quickly, removed 1 of 7 kids..not for legal reasons. My mother divorced my dad, I was 6 weeks old. She went to live with my Aunt and Uncle. They weren’t able to have children. After 6 months, my mom got back on her feet. They offered to keep me and well…the rest is history. Regretted not being able to call my Aunt my Mom or Mommy. Hated not being included MORE with the other siblings. At 56yo, I have always felt different. I don’t have any harsh feelings for anyone involved. I have moved passed most of it. You are nailing it girlie. Blessings to you!
As if we couldn’t be prouder of you 😩. You are a blessing ❤
Your brother and Aaliyah are so blessed to have you. This is such a selfless thing you are doing. You are truly amazing.
I remember when they all came around yours for christamas when aliyah was really really young, you’re so amazing for stepping for your family
Yes me too! What a journey it has been since. So happy for them ❤
I’m looking forward to seeing the journey of you and Aaliyah continuing but at the same time I want to fast forward like 10 years. I’m a single mom of 1 girl, she’s 9 and your right it’s very rewarding!❤️ God bless you both x
I think it’s great social services were right for checking in so much. Good to hear they are so vigilant
Right because we have all heard on the news some of the failures of SS to looked after children
Im so happy for you!!!❤ love how aware you are of how everything willeffect her now and in the future!! Deffo beleive it was meant to be🙏🙏🙏shes very lucky to have you!!!! You both saved each other.....like you said❤❤❤❤❤
Aaliyah is so lucky to have you as a mumty! Daina you are such a strong & beautiful spirit inside and out 💓
As a new subscriber, I just wanna say that this entire video warms my heart and I wish you nothing but the best for you and that baby. Many blessings to you. If I ever find myself in a situation like this with my niece, I only hope I can handle it with as much Grace as you did.
Congratulation Aaliyah & Daina...Aaliyah is so Lucky to have no only an Aunty BUT a person as you in her Life Daina. It is Truly a Blessing for the both of you. I Love everything about you and how humble and selfless you are. And I love how you Love on your FAMILY. Your GOD will continue to BLESS you for the Heart that you have. Praying for you and the FAMILY as a Whole. You've Done very well and continue to do well...I LOVE YOUR HEART, it's such a DAMN GOOD ONE...GOD BLESS!! I teared up a few times because of your heart.
Daina, I am so proud of you for staying strong and pushing through this all. Aliyah is in good hands and I’m so glad the whole thing is all over with. You are an amazing mother to Aliyah and I think it’s also amazing how you are on good terms with the parents as well. Blessings to you! ❤
I’m sure it was super painful making the decision to pull out of taking care of Aaliyah’s sister as well but you had to put yourself first as well, and I’m glad you did🤍 praying her sister gets the best love and care
My Grandma became my SG when I was 13 she literally save my life. We were lucky to have some amazing social workers that were very informative; there are a lot of things a LAC is entitled to that are not often public knowledge. I commend you for everything your doing for Aaliyah ❤
U are a blessing to Aaliyah and you have amazing insight around her emotional needs and stability.
What a blessing you two found each other and saved each other 💜
I love the fact that you allow her to call you mummy. I imagine it’d be damaging if you responded to her with “I’m not your mum”
What an honour to be chosen in this way. Mother is definitely an energy. I have many mothers in my life and I feel blessed to have them.
🎉🎉Congratulations, you have weathered the storm. You are more confident and it shows.
Wow, you're amazing! Not once did I think she was not yours, having a child is so so difficult but such a blessing whichever the child comes about. You're a MOM! and i think you guys definitely blessed each other. God bless
Hearing her call you mama is so sweet❤ honestly you are so strong and that baby girl is so blessed to have such an amazing family and aunty such as yourself.. what you did for her and her future is something she will thank you for for her entire lifetime and it is something you will never look back and regret doing. The world needs more humans like you in it. I commend you, I have 2 children of my own and some days I’m like omg I just wanna run away! So for u to step up to the plate for children you didn’t even create or birth and show up every day even when u don’t have too- and even on the days the baby is driving you mad.. is beautiful. Being a caretaker ( a good dependable one) is the hardest job in the world.
Beautiful storytime❤ I share the same experience with my grandson. These types of experiences turn metal into gold - they helped me find myself, and I'm grateful. Life is now full, and not because of the things but because of the Source of life within me dissolved the sense of lack, fear, hurt, and worry. If you ever need someone to talk to- I've been through a lot also with relationships- and I'm thankful for each opportunity to grow (that is what suffering does) but I would love to lend a listening ear- and loving advice if ever you need sister.
I’m soooo happy for you. I got emotional near the end. You are such a strong woman and I’m so happy the two of you have each other. I see so many blessings in your future for the both of you. God bless, seriously. Thank you for sharing your story
I can just imagine how stressful it was having social services in your business - but the truth is common sense isnt common and people really are mentally redundant and flat out stupid, those people NEED to be told and shown how to take care of a child regardless whether their intentions are pure, theres parents out here putting tattoos on their kids and giving them alcohol yet, love their kids and give them everything, so even as abrupt, inconvenient, time wasting and intrusive as social are they are also vey much needed bt like this situation, it was just for a time
I remember the first time you showed her as a tiny newborn baby and you were so in love with her. Your brother was playing a video game and holding her later in that video and I remember thinking you going to have to step up and help them. He just looked so young holding her and the controller playing a video game.
Congratulations Daina & Aaliyah! So proud & happy for you both. You are an inspiration! Definitely the best outcome. Wishing you nothing but the best. God bless you!❤
It’s amazing that u look like the amazing soul Aaliyah and your voice is incredible to have a niece with the name as the late singer and your name as her middle name this has always been written in the stairs ❤❤❤❤I’m happy to see that u notice all of her talents just as u have done for yourself 🙏🏾
*stars
Im happy for both you and Aaliyah 💜 ..keep moving upward from here 💜
Although gruelling...I'm glad the process is so rigorous with social services.
As an adoptee I love your mindset about the situation. It's about her, not you and it so beautiful how present and focused on that you are.❤
I can't wait until Aaliyah graduates high school and you're giving your momty speech, its going to be amazing 😌