You could see the hurt on her face after her pictures stopped and theirs kept going. She knows how much shes missed and how much she gave up for her daughter. She is brave for doing this and strong for telling her story.
how? my comment might indicate 20s=childhood if anything. also are there really people like that, is that a western thing? it sounds like you're making up a stereotype like a 5 year old, trying out your associations and shit
@@OzlemA-el7sv It absolutely does not indicate that at all. I suggest learning context clues and stop trying to insult random people on the internet. Have a good day 😊
It's insane to me that young single mothers are judged so harshly when they're the parent that STAYED. Where's all this shame for the fathers that get to take the easy way out???
@WolfieFN My parents raised their children the proper way. None of us ended up commiting crime. Big shock. Both parents stay around and raise the kids and the kids turn out alright 😲😲😲
@@1Jason Every Human Make A Mistake,But Don Judge Them,Because Every Mistakes We Make Is Learning Process To Adulthood Believes Or Not When I Was Young People Or Neighbour Around Me Say That I Have No Future And Will Become Drug Dealer But Karma Is Real And Harsh When Their Family Member Getting Caught For Drug Possesion And Receives Death Penalty
she broke up with him. and took the child with her. its a very common case. im the son to a single mama. iv seen her in one relationship and i see why they dont work out. just loves to argue. and shes gen x... i love my mum. but i dont think another man could. hes gonna have to be someone very special to make it work
I can't imagine how hard it has been for her to be a single parent in a country thats still very conservative and looks down on people like her, and I am a single parent... I hope she has gets the right emotional support for herself when she needs it! Its tough especially now during all the covid lockdowns and quarantines happening
@@ehtishamamin5601 you’re saying that as if they should be looked down on. Everyone does dumb things, especially when young. But at least she took responsibility, isn’t that pretty impressive? I wouldn’t mind her company, she’s not stupid but strong for managing to raise a child at such a young age.
@@yesplatinum7956 "But at least she took responsibility, isn’t that pretty impressive?" Considering the hell the child is going to go through and missed opportunities due to poverty. Can't help but feel angry at such people who make their an innocent child go through hell and act like a f*cking hero as if taking responsibility makes it any better. The responsibility is usually simple "maintenance" which is much less then what a child requires for a good life. If they showed humility may be people would spare a few words but your not a hero. That's why i'm pro-abortion. For this reason and this reason only. Both of my parents (24m-27d) were married (arranged) when they had me. But they "used" me as a tool to shut their relatives up about children. They were going through alot financially and mentally and yet they brought me here. And of course they were going through turmoil they used me as a punching bag (quite literally sometimes). The least they could do was show some guts and not fall into peer pressure. That's not strength but weakness. So not really admirable. Do you seriously think the girl in this video going to keep up her cool all the time during hard times? Have you read up statistics on abuse in single parent households? My story is nowhere close to the horrific shit i've heard from kids coming through these households cause since I at least had a good neighborhood. But people like you come in and have the audacity to tell kids that "at least they didn't let you die" as if somehow its a "blessing". I can assure you its not a blessing since dying is way better than suffering everyday. So yes. People like me, who haven't done the same at least have every right to look down on weak, stupid people.
@@ehtishamamin5601 So basically, your childhood was terrible so obviously children of single parents will be the same. Seems like you are projecting your emotions to be honest.
@@peackpr9 How is that an excuse to ignore the apparent abuse and poor quality lifestyle? Seems like your deflecting by being personal cause you don't have anything of substance to say.
Yumi is so sweet, and genuinely a great person. She didn't judge at all. Might've shocked Kyojun and Bom because she was so young, and that's understandable. But Yumi was just like, "yo your baby's cute"
@@divine7993 that’s going to be the reaction of most Koreans sadly and those are the nice reactions. I’m kind of surprised she chose to do this interview. Even older single mothers or divorced mothers don’t reveal it to protect their kids from the judgement and bullying they will face at school. Hopefully no one remembers this video by the time she is school age or even better maybe Korea will have its bullying problem under control by then
Exactly!! People forget it takes two to make a baby. Ah, yes. Shame on the mother for raising the child all by herself as if she doesn't have it hard already, but the dad is completely free to just run off after.
@@Flat.Mcdonalds.Sprite even though he didn't want it, it takes two to tango. he still is responsible whether he wants it or not because he helped in the conceiving of the child.
I grew up with a single mother who had no college education because she also had me at 19 years old. It was hard and she made a lot of tough choices along the way but she still did it and managed to endure like Kyojun said. I hope the best for this mother and I hope that things go well for her in Korea. Sending love from the U.S.A
My mom also had me at 20 and didn’t finish her studies it was a tough decision she was a single mother and it was really hard for her but now I have a lovely baby sister and my step-dad :)
My father is a drunk my mother is jobless i'm trying to focus my school.And now i'm on the maze which u dont chose never.l understood that Your Geographic location is your Fate and That earth is so dangerous to a powerless and moody person to Live.Take care guys cya then
She actually had her at 18, the age in korea is 1 year more unless they were born on Dec. 31 then its 2 years so she is actually 19 and her birthday is in January
The scars on her neck worry me. The fact that she's covered head to toe in dark, baggy clothing could indicate she wants to hide something about her body. I don't want to speculate too much, but I truly hope she's remembering to take care of herself while also caring for her daughter. I also hope that GIGGLE's staff and the three interviewers keep this young woman in mind and do something to help her, even if it's something as simple as keeping her company/babysitting or helping with basic expenses. A little kindness goes a long way. People in Jiwoo's situation deserve to live comfortably, to be taken seriously, and have all they help they can get.
I was also thinking this. It looks like cut scars, like someone's tried harming her. I did notice in one of the photos she has a hint of a tattoo under a sleeve, so I am hoping some of the coverage of her current outfit is to hide the ink but......
Even when they went silent, she brights up when she talks about her daughter, it's really beautiful, no matter how people react, that's her pride and joy
I wish people wouldn't be so judgmental to this lovely girl and her daughter. Especially other women. We had a girl get pregnant in my high school as well and instead of shaming her we rallied around her. Her friends threw her a baby shower, still invited her to fun things and had her bring her baby if she needed to, offered to babysit, and supported her as she graduated early. Becoming a mother can be so isolating for women, it's important to be the village and help in any small way you can 💕
It's such a strange thing to put others down for. I understand some might think the person was being careless with their partner but why try and pile it on when single parents are going through enough as it is. It doesn't make sense to add to the stress of that person's life. If you don't like the path the ended up on, best to just keep it to yourself. You don't have to fake being outwardly happy for--just don't give them grief over it.
Honestly, every single SouthEastAsian I've met in my (western) country no matter age or gender has been judgemental like this. The girls are extremely jealous of you and the guys either refuse to look you in the eye or will look at you as if you somehow offended them by talking to them lol. The girls are the exact opposite, they STARE at you without pause for minutes, as if they try to kill you with their eyes. They seem to fixate a lot on my boobs and behind lol. One time I tried to befriend an Asian girl because I felt sorry for her when she cried in the middle of the class (she was afraid of failing), she then tried stealing my best friend from me and would constantly accuse me like "are you jealous of me?" (when obviously she was jealous as she was trying to steal my bf and later my boyfriend too, failed both times). I also was much better in studies than her, guess she hated me for that too (even tho I wanted to help her, but she was too proud for that). My neighbors rn are Vietnamese and they are also loud, they constantly bang against the walls and will clean their apartment at like 2am when every normal person with a job sleeps (they live on welfare). And before them lived a younger Chinese couple in the same apartment and they were even louder. They also had no jobs and the woman got pregnant while living there, but I didn't have a problem with the babies cries. The problem was that she would always walk around with dominatrix boots and would vaccum the apartment also at 3 am. The constant clack clack on the floor (even at night!!!) drove us f*cking nuts. I swear to god, something's not right with them. Also, when you tried talking to them, they would be like "huh? Don't speak language." Well, when the landlord came over, they suddenly knew how to speak the national language (not English). Hypocrites.
I adopted my daughter from Korea. She came to us when she was 5 months old. Her biological parents were students, 17 and 19 yo. My daughter is now going 24.
@@Bovyos I met a guy who was adopted from Korea and he explained to me that the law makes it so that he or his adoptive parents are unable to know his biological parents identity
@@Bovyos I have no idea where and who are her parents. The agency does not reveal much about the parents other than their ages. However, we have left a letter with instructions to the adoption agency that if her biological parents wanted to make contact, we will be happy to travel to Korea to meet with them. Yes, she definitely knows that she was adopted, but she has no interest in finding out about more about her biological parents. Maybe someday she will. I kept all the photos and documents.
My youngest sister had her first kid at a young age without the father being around and now my niece is a straight A student and my sister is going for her Masters in medicine. I’m rooting for this young lady too! We believe in you!!!
My older sister was 22 when my nephew was born but was cheated on and then left behind while pregnant. We did everything to help her, I was only 10 when my nephew was born but I still did my best and I would say he turned out well too. He is almost 20 now and doesn't know his bio dad but at least that dude paid child support and still does because my nephew is in school still. Sometimes it's just better to not have that other party involved, less stress and all of that.
@@Black0wt20 And I hope they succeed, too. Hopefully, Korea's statistics for the children of single mother homes aren't like the U.S. where the children are more likely to be drop outs, criminals, drug users, become pregnant/father children as teens, have lower career earnings, and be more likely to be depressed and mentally ill.
My older sister gave birth at 17 but luckily the father stayed around to help her and even helped pay her college tuition and was able to become a nurse. But I applaud all single parents, both mothers and fathers cause raising a kid is one of the hardest but most satisfying experiences in life.
@@MultiKwolf It depends on the person's situation and the individual themselves. For some people, having a child is the best thing that can happen. I personally don't agree but it can't be denied that it makes others happy
All of them are trying to be nice... but are obviously uncomfortable and judging her. But the girl in the bob has the most amazing energy talking about how cute the baby is and how she looks like her mother. Just love her so much for doing that.
@@savaco__ i agree, especially as they are younger. a lot of younger generations don't feel as strongly as older generations might but because it isn't as common or commonly talked about, and sexism is still quite common in korean society, i think they were trying hard to not be impolite since they hadn't personally experienced that in front of them before
For those of you who do not know or are confused, basically the Korean age system is such that they count the year in the mum's belly. So basically the baby is already a year old when they're born (eg: I'm 22 years old but in Korea I would be 23). That is why they only graduate high school when they are 19/20 by Korean age (18/19 globally). Edit: holy shit the likes damn thanks yall
Not really considering that this is very common in Korea. I just found this out myself and you have two ages and I really like it because it makes me younger
And sometimes they add a year for lunar new year plus your bday so depending on your birthday you could be 2 years older. For example I’m 18 (aus age) and then I’m born may so I’d turn 19 on lunar new year and 20 in may on my bday :) if I lived in Korea. But they have done this for years so no hate towards the culture please
@@Samson16436 considering abortion has been illegal in korea for a long time, like also briefly mentioned in the video, id say you are right. the conservative and old-fashioned society in general probably doesn't help this either.
세상 이야기 말해줘서 감사합니다. There is a single mother's organization in Korea called KUMFA. I hope anyone reading this will consider supporting them and their mission to help single mothers in Korea!!
Yes please support KUMFA, there are many young single mums that can't get support that rely on this charity. I've worked with them before in Korea they are fantastic.
For anyone confused why she is 20 years old being born in 2003. In korea, when you are born, you are considered to be 1 year old...so, they count the age you are going to be instead of what you were at your last birthday. Edit-: For people who are confused about her age being 20 instead of 19. It's cause she probably was born in January. That puts her 1 year higher. It may sound confusing, don't give too much thought over this.
She's 19 in actuality then...so young but holding such a big responsibility having a baby...my 26 years daughter is having her first child after getting married last year still i m in doubt if she could bear with the responsibility whats more a 19 year old girl...
Damn. I hope the Giggle team finds a way to take in this young lady and support her with work, friendship, etc. I know they aren't obligated to do anything, but I hope they can at least make friends with her and the baby.
the scars on JiWoo’s neck makes me so sad. looks like self harm scars and because it’s on her neck makes me think it’s possibly fuelled with suicidal thoughts. i hope she’s doing okay and has more support now after this video. and i hope she gets clean one day and she can recover and escape those demons. i was a self harmer for 6 years so i know it all too well. i hope she finds self love, self worth, peace and hope! she’s a beautiful young girl. wish her all the best from ireland 🇮🇪
it also could be because of a violence towards her. It is not a secret many single moms in Korea struggle financially. And when you are poor you are ready for everything, especially when you need to feed your child, the child is more important than your own body. So it attracts a lot bad people who make advantage of a single mom's desperate situation.
@@Realuser_1 those are scars, my aunt had surgery on her throat and looks just like that, look at her tight young neck, fat is droppy not tight since all that extra skin folds , she is a young adult and those are scars
i love the advice at 12:40 "the one who endures is the one who wins" I had my son at 21. i wasn't technically a teen mom but i completely understand how she feels. i had to withdraw from college after my son was born and there were many young dreams that were not realized. it was hard seeing friends do young people things when my son was a young child. however, i eventually did go back to college and finish my degree as well as travel and experience some dreams when he was a little older. today, my son is the light of my world and I'm so thankful he came into my life.
I feel exactly the same. So happy my mom brought me into the world by herself despite her young age. I still remember all the nights she spent at the dining table studying for school, I always felt so bad because it looked so boring, and she was trapped inside. Moms rule the world!!!
From the pictures and her voice when she speaks about her daughter it is very clear that she loves her baby deeply. As long as a child has one person in their lives who truly loves them, they are very blessed. I am very proud of every single parent who makes the life, love and well-being of their children the top priority of their lives. Keep up the great job young lady. You and your daughter will always be blessed by each other! 화이팅!
@@patternrecon5271 wow, that is a very old fashioned view to have. Women get looked down on for having sex but not men? She did nothing more than fall in love and trust him. I know I won't change your mind so please save your time and don't reply. I don't have any patience for a debate with someone who has such a closed mind and so much bitterness towards a young woman and her innocent child
7:36 Her reaction was the best, why would u get awkward and act like you are sorry for her just bcoz she’s young and has a baby? She’s a mother that’s her baby nothing wrong with it just be respectful like you would to any other mother
it's hard to know what to do if you realise that a situation may be sensitive and you don't want to offend. and additionally i think that they are just aware of the judgment that occurs in korean society and they probably feel bad that she has gone through that.. a the way a lot of sympathy in korean culture works is simply acknowledging that the other person could have gone through a hard time, because often there is no acknowledgment
gosh i couldn't stop crying , she is really strong & responsible must have gone through to raise her pretty daughter without her partner, her personality is lively and bubbly no wonder someone would fall for her . yes MOM'S are strong when it comes to kids, this content is so touching & emotional. LOVE U & MISS U MOM.
@@lucksheme243 "she decided to have child & raise her as Single Mother" She didn't that's the point. She got herself in a situation due to her negligence and had to bend the knee.
@@ehtishamamin5601 It was irresponsible of her and her partner, but a lot of people in her situation tend to be resentful and negligent, or give children up for adoption to an unfair and mismanaged system. Having the self-knowledge to own up and take on the consequences of your actions is in my opinion very admirable, more so because it will ensure this child will hopefully lead a good life. She is clearly a different person now than who she was, and this current woman is clearly very selfless and responsible
@@christiedruman "this current woman is clearly very selfless and responsible" I stopped taking you seriously honestly after this. You do know she JUST had that kid. 2 years isn't enough to judge her and you don't know the first thing about her other then that sad look on her face. "consequences of your actions is in my opinion very admirable" Admirable doesn't mean should be glorified and negating the other factors of how this could potentially turn out. You did something stupid and you take accountability but that does not make you a hero. You did a stupid thing and that's not something to be ignored, whitewashed and definitely not encouraged like it is now. Unless you want to be stubborn about it to the point of denial. Won't argue with that.
It's crazy to realize that I'm less than a year older than her and she already seems to much more mature than many people I know. She's extremely strong for getting through the hardships and being able to raise what seems to be a very happy and healthy daughter. I hope things go well for her !
Honestly I see that as a sad thing...19...a lot of people consider 18-25 the highlight of their lives.....and she's lost it to caring for a child, aged beyond her years. It's a shame, she seemed like the type who valued social interactions and having fun as well, I hope she doesn't let it get her too down tho. My own parent had a similar experience at 21 and even though she's happy now losing those times still hurts a lot.
@@patternrecon5271 you're right. So shameful that the dads rarely stay in these cases. Yet then kids get called fatherless like its their fault. The men are always excused.
It's funny because when the mom stays, they judge, but when the mom leaves, they judge. When the dad leaves, they don't really question it and when he stays, they praise him.
Your daughter is so blessed to have a mother who cares for her. I believe you can do it. I've watched two teen moms raise their children, and I know you can do it too.
Just because you raised a kid and care doesn't mean you do a good job. Single mother households raise children who are more likely to be criminals, more likely to become teen parents, more likely to use drugs, more likely to drop out of school, earn less as adults, and are more likely to have issues with depression and other mental illnesses. There is nothing blessed about this situation.
@@akoilngas1215 we'll assess each situation as it goes case by case. Having a kid at that age is not ideal but it's unfair to generalize what that kid will be.
@@fornax5798 People like you struggle with simple concepts in math and statistics. Possibility is not probability, and people like you often conflate the two. Yes, I fully admit that stochastic outcomes are not deterministic, but I am not incorrect to point out that all that horrible, debilitating stuff I wrote IS REALITY. It is probable that the child becomes an issue for society. Generally, single mother households are NOT good for children. Just because a child from a single mother household can succeed does not mean you get to ignore all the murderers and criminals that came out of one.
I became pregnant at age 30. When I was experiencing pregnancy, I sobbed and sobbed because all I could do was throw up. My sister had her first baby at a really young age and went through so much hell that she didn't deserve. It hit me like a bag of bricks how hard it must have been, and how scary. Then to add your body changing, the pain of it, suddenly I was so overwhelmed with empathy for all living beings who had struggled or were struggling with pregnancy. There are a lot of young, stupid boys in the comments (some college-aged) that are shaming people in this thread. Maybe they'll never change or feel empathy for what women go through. And to them I say: go to hell. Go to absolute hell you gd idiot punk bstards. I hope you never experience the joy and pain of being a parent, and that one day you learn to shut your gd mouths. Anyway, I now have 2 baby girls and I still know all the normal struggles of being a parent. I think about my sister often and how there's no gd way I could ever have gotten through what she went through by herself. It's not like a hero story--because you don't come out of hard experiences unscathed, and you don't always make good decisions. All I know is that if I--a married woman with an iron-tight graduate degree and a well-earning husband--am having a hard time, then just imagine having absolutely no one to rely on to help you. She straight up said she needed help. The guy who told her to endure it well...honey she doesn't have a choice. Of course she's going to endure it. The least anyone could do for her would be to drop off some meals, let her take a nap, or even find someone TRUSTWORTHY to let her have a night out. Ugh I'm rooting for you boo. There's a mom in America who gets it.
I'm a single mom, had my daughter at 24 and was still shunned from my family. I'm American, but some cultures just aren't based around love or acceptance, no matter what your location is. Where I grew up, girls were getting pregnant and abandoned by 14 or 15. The double standards were ridiculous. I applaud you, Kim Jiwoo. Motherhood is no joke, especially when you have no family or friends to care, love you, or support you. It gets a little easier as they get older.
"some cultures just aren't based around love or acceptance" Your and your sexual partner's choices sabotaged a child's inherent right to a stable family and protected environment. Its the child that deserves love and your family would be wrong to treat the child different. But you on the hand. DEAL WITH IT!
@@ehtishamamin5601 you’ve replied to so many comments saying the same shit. It seems personal for you, stop projecting your emotions, that’s so unhealthy. How old are you? You’re acting real immature
@@Sara-zf6yp just turned 21.....And How exactly is what I said is "bashing and shaming"? Where exactly did I shame someone directly or even indirectly? Please point that cause you're obviously paying attention. Cause pretty sure nowhere in my comments did I get personal unlike you.
when she said "kids these days" it was initially funny and then became sad when you realize that she didn't get to live out her teen years like she'd probably wanted to...
Kim Jiwoo, if you're reading this one day, just know there are thousands of strangers with prayers and love being sent to you and Kim Bom. You're doing a job harder than most people will ever experience and you're crushing it. Stay safe friend. Much love.
YOU.ARE.GREAT !! I am 16 and still can't even make food for myself. I cried so hard when my best friend ditched me . I have very low patience level and I have sever other weakness but gurl YOU ! You are so strong. I have read in novels and all about how hard is it to be a single mom . And I can feel the emotions in her eyes throughout the video . You are amazing. Never loose hope and think how proud will your daughter feel about you when she will grow up. Go Lil Rockstar 👀✌💜
Me too I'm also 16 and I can't imagine this and I respect people like this but I cannot imagine being pregnant at this age because not only are my parents really strict, they can be really abusive too
And we are also really religious so I'm not really allowed to have my own opinions either and I'm not really allowed to have bodily autonomy either so I'm not allowed to wear certain things say certain things we are certain way and express myself so I can't imagine this at all
I'm 21 heading to 22 soon and I'm in awe of her. She could've been living her 20's, doing what she wants, only being responsible for herself but now she has to be responsible for another human being and will have to make a lot of sacrifices. I cannot imagine having this life for myself. I hope even with her baby, she'll have a strong support system to be able to let her live her life without regrets
@@GriffithFemJesusHe might not have wanted to lose his freedom and young years like she did. Plenty of women get an abortion for the same reasons, so why is it a problem when the man backs out?
The courage that young woman had. I applaud her. I know it isn't easy to talk about having a child when being that young, especially in a judgmental society. I had finished high school, and still had a hard time getting over the social expectations of single parenting. I wish her all the love and support.
@@MinniChii I did a research prroject on this in high school and...it's tough. My conclusion is that there is not enough social support for abstinence and yet too much shame about sex. Your peers expect you to have sex, yet those who are old enough and mature enough to understand the consequences are either too embarrassed/busy to speak to kids/teens about it or are dismissed in teenage rebelliousness. And the assumptions about sexual activity in media really doesn't help. As someone who decided to abstain until marriage at a very young age--more than that, to avoid anything that might cause sexually impure thoughts--my peers were so ready to argue with me about the foolishness and prudishness of what I was doing. And then there's an assumption that if you have very conservative values on sexuality that you must be judging/hating LGBTQ+ people. Thank God my parents had actually exposed me to the Bible, so I had something to hold on to when all my peers were yelling and screaming at me.
had my daughter just 5 days after turning 19. it was unexpected and admittedly regrettable at the time. i went through hell with and without her father, and still am to this day 3 years later, but my baby was my responsibility from the day i found out. i can tell you.. the absolute emotional and physical turmoil this woman surely went through is forgotten by those who shame young mothers. we are selfless in every way imaginable. she is correct, we feel pity for our child, we feel guilt, we feel protective and yet wistful for the life we see others having.. my sympathies and commendations to this amazing mother. to go on a show and share something so vulnerable, is strength alone. it’s hard to make friends and we don’t go out often. it’s hard to take care of yourself. it’s hard to imagine what life will look like in 10,5,2 years. i look young so i also receive weird or pitying looks in public. no one asks if we need help when we’re visibly struggling (not a single mother specific experience). barely anyone stops to think about the obstacles we endure to give our child the best life. they judge us but will never spend a day in our shoes. to all the kind comments, thank you. myself other mothers like me feel so seen by your love and compassion. we don’t require pity, we only need to be treated like a human being too. we are not castaways, we are not less than thou. we are still our age, deep deep inside, we just are required to be much older.
Dude when she said “you’re just like a newly born child” right when she found out she was 20, while we knew she had to grow up sooner for her kid. That was kinda crazy to see.
This is a really great series. Teaching in Korea I learned how incredibly conservative it is. Being a single mother is like the absolute biggest shame even in this day and age which is sad. You can see how uncomfortable they became immediately after learning that she has a child. Internally challenging their own biases.
felt like crying a bit when she said to bom how she cant do many things she wants. i know she made he choice but the sacrifices you have to make having an early kid seem like a lot. physically and mentally
Seem like a lot?...no, they ARE a lot! Imagine no babysitter. Imagine the ppl u thought were your friends don't want to be around u with your kid? Imagine trying to get childcare and backup child care and a plan C childcare, so u can still go to work during flu season...imagine wanting alone time...EVER!
@@patternrecon5271 So much trauma from my pos biological father figure. Seriously would have been better off if he died but the bastard lives on. Classic conservative Hispanic male who thinks females should be objects you possess and do what they are told. Ran as far away as could when I turned 18. He hasn't changed more than a decade later.
from the way she talk i could feel that she's more matured than her age. hands down to all the single mom's out there. things may get tough sometimes but nothing is impossible from a mother's love
As a single mother myself, I got pregnant at 20 and in my 3rd year of college. Now I am graduating in a few months and my baby turned 1. I love her so much and I did everything so I could get a job before graduating to college. Now I am an engineer and giving back to my parents😊 nothing is truly impossible. We should never label ourselves as the person that was defined by others. We should be the one to define what we can be and to what extent we can achieve our dreams. I am not ashamed, I am proud of who I became.
Those scars in her neck tell me everything. I'm proud of her and bless her for stepping up as a mother no matter how difficult. F anybody that judges them in their search for happiness. May she find a place where she is loved and supported and can raise her child in peace.
she said she’s 20 but i forgot korean age is different so i was shocked when she said she was born in 2003 she’s a year younger than me i can’t even imagine having a kid right now or even ever im wishing her all the best she’s so strong
Wow her daughter looks so cute and squishy. I hope she's doing well. I could still see a youthful spirit in her and hopefully she can get to enjoy everything with her daughter. Single mums are strong-willed and independent. Her daughter will surely learn a lot from her as she grows up
I had my daughter when i was 16 (pregnant at 15) and I too got pregnant in june and had her in march! - she is now 15 and im 31. It was hard, it was lonely I wont lie but looking at things now im glad I chose to keep and raise her. It is worth enduring, the sweet days will come hang in there
do not support teen pregnancy but do support pregnant teens! so many people in the comments seem to have forgotten this! also, if you are dying so much to judge someone, JUDGE THE PARENT WHO DIDNT STAY, THE FATHERS!
shes so strong.. i really hope the marks on her neck arent self-inflicted and instead is something that can be safely explained. im pretty sure korea is one of the countries that really look down on younger people who "made bad decisions." the thing is, the person who made the bad decision is the father who wanted to abort the baby despite the mother's wishes. i hope she made a few friends while at GIGGLE who can volunteer and help her out sometimes. my prayers go out to all single parents :(
My parents had me at 18 and 19. I’m 15 years old now and it’s so strange to me how much stigma and shock there is around people having children this young because as I’m growing up and I’m already in 10th grade I’ve grown up seeing my parents simply as my parents. So it’s quite interesting when new acquaintances and friends find out how young my parents are now (33,34) and seeing the looks on their face when they’re trying to figure out how my parents have a 15 year old daughter and a 9 year old son and are in their mid-30’s. Fortunately I haven’t met anyone who’s been rude to my parents about it or say anything rude about me. Seeing this video it really reminds me how hard it must have been for my mom and dad to have a baby so young. I’m grateful my dad stayed and loves me and I feel sorry for this woman that she had to make the decision to leave her boyfriend. But she appears to be a great mom and I’m sure she’s going to raise that baby with so much love and the baby will grow up and be an incredible young adult. Hopefully she can see my comment and see from a perspective of being the child of a young parent that I’m incredibly grateful my parents decided to stay for me and I’ve been told I’ve turned out to be a nice funny girl and im sure her daughter when she is 15 like me or maybe even younger she’ll be a beautiful sweet girl who appreciates her mom dearly. Keep being there for her and thank you for being a great mom to your daughter despite being so young! I wish the best wishes on you and that everything will turn out well for you and your daughter as you two grow together!
My mom had my brother when she was 23 and my father had to go to another state right after she gave birth due to his transfer. She had to raise him alone for the first few years. I can't understand how hard it must be for all the mothers around the world. I hope all of you stay strong and healthy 🤍
When I was in my early 20's I had some unwed mothers who would hang out/party. If it were night or anytime, I made sure their kids were well cared for. Making sure they had food and drink. If mom wanted to party I was there to make sure the kids were ok. None of them were mine but then they were all mine. Still to this day over 30 years later the kids and mothers thank me. I never took advantage of the situation with the mothers. I just tried to do the right thing by the kids. Gave moms a chance to blow off steam and relax a bit. Gave the kids a safe environment, as safe as I could.
@@cleone423 Seems you take party to a higher meaning. If they were married and went out for the night with their husband would you say the same thing? Are mothers supposed to stop having fun because they have children? That seems really ridiculous. When I say party, I did not say just going out and getting drunk.
as someone who has harmed myself as a way of coping in hard times i worry for her with the baggy and clothing to cover her up, the scars on her neck make me think she had or is in dark times. it’s extremely hard especially for teenagers and single mothers to take care of children alone with society’s view on single and young mothers, i truly hope she is doing well financially and mentally.
I have friends who became parents around the same age and while I do think it's risky to become a parent at such a young age due to how unstable your life can be at that time (you know, work and education and all that) and think you should wait... You know when stuff like this happens you just gotta make the best out of it. You're not a bad parent for being young, as long as you do your best and realize that you're not just responsible for yourself anymore you'll be a good parent. Some of my friends had kids due to hell spawn partners they shouldn't have been involved with but ofc the decision to keep the child was their own.
Her age doesnt faze me at all. She seems even 'old' to me seeing as when I was going through high school, there were 14 year olds with kids and their baby-daddies were always upperclassmen. When I graduated one of my friends/classmates already had 2 kids already. I put that down to the area I lived in. I'm glad to see that the teen pregnancy has slowed ALL the way down since I was in school.
I feel like im interpreting this interview wrong because it didnt feel like they were shaming her or judging her, just that they didnt know how to approach the situation. But I'm seeing a lot in the comments about how they always blame the mother and never the father or how it "was clear" they were hard core judging her. It's a different scenario talking to a young or teen mom then talking to a mom that has experience.
my mom had me right as she turned 18 (same birthday 🥳) she was trying to finish highschool while being a single mom. she sacrificed a lot for me, she’s 33 now and just finished college!
I am 22 and I know that u can't be enough matured to take serious decisions even if u leave teenage or if you are 20 yrs old. But looking at Jiwoo today 😭 I can tell she's 20 and no doubt she's more mature than I am right now. Literally the way she talks is enough to tell how mature she is.
As a teen mom myself, I teared up watching this video. My husband and I were having a hard time raising our child together as young adults, and here is this strong young woman doing it on her own. And in a very judge mental country, without her family by her side. Your doing a great job mama! Your baby is looking happy and healthy! Prayers to you both, stay strong. ❤️
I really appreciate how strong teen mothers are, and how hard their life is and maybe that is why there are some norms made by elders, there is a specific time and age to do specific things, it's in our hand to make our life easy or difficult... So the message that young people should take from this video is that teen pregnancy is not a flower bed and you should wait till you are earning, responsible and mature enough...❤️
To take care of a child as a single parent in South Korea with no family to help you is so tough. Many children are abandoned in SK because their parents can't do the same. They end up in orphanages and foster care from that. A large number of them never get adopted and age out of the system at 18. I hope she can make it through this difficult time and I hope one day someone falls in love with her and her daughter and she has a chance to get married.
I was adopted from Korea when I was 6 months old. My biological mother was 16 when she had me and I still wonder about her everyday. I hope she is healthy and happy.
This child IS BLESSED and not poor because she has a mother that is trying so hard to provide for her and loves her so much!!!! In todays world its really hard to find present parents. Good job ma'am, you are doing great!
had my baby boy at 19 and at 21 have been blessed with the opportunity to go to college and pursure a nursing career like Bom! the sacrifice is big but enjoy as many happy moments as you can with your little one and it's okay to cry when times get hard because it is not at all easy. but like the guy said better times are ahead for those who pull through!
My mom had me at 20. But here in the US 18 is an adult age and many graduate by 18 in High School. But our country has many early teen pregnancies (14-17.) Teens having kids here is so common that not many are surprised anymore. But there can be judgments but more among peers than adults. It’s really nice to hear about this subject of teen pregnancies to bring awareness and show her strength going through it. Thank you for bringing her on.
Thank you so much for showing a single mom❤️ Single parents have to take so much judgment when they can be just as great as a set of parents. I wish this beautiful girl a bright future, may she find the support she needs and the love she needs for she had to grow up too fast. I wish her happiness, health and a way to fulfill her dreams. I love her personality and admire her strength. Being a parent is not an easy job, especially as a single parent. Sending only love to this beautiful human being and her child 🙏🏻💕
I truly wish this wonderful mother and her beautiful daughter every happiness in the world. I too am a single mum with no support and even I find it tough living in a non judgemental country; I can’t imagine how hard it is for single mothers living in more conservative countries. My advice is to not think about what you’ve missed out on (the parties etc) and instead cherish the experiences that no-one else has; your baby’s first steps, their smile, their laugh… little moments that only the two of you share. You’re doing a wonderful job, mama. Xo
Single mother w absolutely NO HELP but still manage to work & make sure there’s food on the table deserve a lot man. I can’t imagine having my 1yr w out my husband or family’s help
My parents had me when they were 20. My father is only an elementary graduate and my mother is a highschool graduate. It was really difficult because they were both so young and they already have 2 babies to feed. Right now, we’re financially stable than before and I thank my parents for enduring all the hardships they went through in the past. I couldn’t be more blessed to have them in my life. To you, you are so brave. To have a kid at young age can be both a struggle and a blessing but I just wanna say that I am proud of you. You are so strong and I know you will go through tough moments of your life. You’re doing great already. Keep hanging in there :)
I can relate to this very much so and I think for me having a child at a young age changed me so much as a person, I learned alot along the way and I’ve grown to understand life and myself better than I ever would have if I would’ve never had my son at 17. He’s 14 now, in football and basketball, all AP classes and making As, and he’s in band. He’s so smart and talented! And I graduated with two associates degrees and I’m continuing my education for my bachelors. It can be done and you can succeed despite what people think!
She is such a strong girl and mother who kept her child and not gave up her for adoption. All love to her! South Korea needs to become more open minded, tolerant and change their mindset, values and develope their social society to support single mothers. The stigma and prejudice about single mothers don’t belong in a developed country like South Korea. The same goes for Lgbtq rights. Stone age laws or lack of laws protecting lgbtq
They have a lot of nerve shaming her when she's the one that felt responsibility to the life growing in her womb and stepped up to the plate while the father asked for an abortion then ran away. She is a remarkable young lady.
Mmm you can totally see how nervous and anxious she is when the picture first pops up and she’s looking at their reaction. Im a single mom myself, got pregnant at 16 and have been alone since then, the father long gone. Im now 26 and finally, I feel like I can invest my time in college. It’s so hard for people like us, so I hope she remains strong and things go well for her!! Sending hugs 💕
My bio mom had me at 14. She couldn't raise me since her home life was a mess and she was still so young, so I ended up being adopted by amazing people, but the greatest gift my bio mom gave me was life. The guy she got pregnant with was in his 20s. It was a mess. She could have easily chosen to abort me, but she didn't. And I'm eternally grateful to her for making that hard choice despite all she had to go through. Keep strong, the most important thing you can give your baby is love and guidance 💕
Teaching for five years in Korea, I had three students like her. Because I lived in a small city, their parents rushed the girls off to live with relatives in Seoul. I left shortly after but I always wondered how those girls turned out. Their kids would be in their 20s now.
Single parents are superheroes! My mom is a single parent (she had me at 15) and she worked full time and took night-school classes to get her degree. I never wanted for food, shelter or love, she provided it all while working hard. Now I’m a first generation college graduate who works a full time job and tries to be the best person I can. I love my mom more than anything and hope people learn to either mind their own business or see single parents for who they really are - hardworking people who sacrifice their autonomy and life for their babies.
nah, heroes are people who helped orphanages, foster homes, donating to kids with cancer, charity, etc... u get my point, these girls who have no self control and will be depending on others to give them a job or some kind of money to support their lifes is far from it, i know because one of my family member is one of em, and its not because she had a kid way to young but its simply due to her husbands early passing, and ill spare u the details, it made me and my family's life a living fckng hell having to take care her financial issues, imagine a single teenage parent. this is reality wake up.
@@MultiKwolf These girls to not have the ability to get pregnant on their own it's takes two so if you wanna talk about the lack of self control you should also include the male partner as well. People have different opinions on what they consider a hero to be. You should look from different angles before writing things off as disgusting it makes you come off as judgmental.
@@MultiKwolf it takes 2 to make a baby. Where is the father? He ran away. She could have abandoned the child, left them for adoption, but SHE is the parent who stayed. And she gives a good life for the child. Dont discredit that.
Having to personally see a pregnant teenager at school(back then) really feels different from seeing it from news and social media platforms. To be honest, I wasn't that mindful to them back then however, when I saw someone experiencing the same at regular days, I couldn't help but to be amazed by their bravery, living their life with laughter despite the hardships and difficulties they get from the society. I respect her for being strong enough to go to school albeit knowing how hard it'll be. And to that friend of hers that is always there to accompany and help her, I wish for more happy days to the both of you. It's been 2 years already but I still hope that they still keep on smiling to people like how they did to us that year. Life is unpredictable, indeed but whatever it is, we must keep on living to prove that we are stronger than we look.
I am the same age as her, and honestly she is doing a great job. She is very mature and I couldn't do better than her. Hope you and your daughter get the best life now and in the future.
is it just me or did anyone notice the many suicide attempts on that girls neck. Im glad shes alive and that she has her daughter to live for in the future. stay strong girl!!.. you got this
I noticed her skin was strange around her neck but it didn’t hit me until you mentioned it. I truly hope it isn’t the case, she seems so strong and mature.
@@beckipham3983 unfortunately... mental health and suicides are taboo subjects in Korea. the suicide rate in Korea is really high... actually... I think it's the highest in the world...I just want to tell her there is nothing to be ashamed or afraid of. She just had her child early and I think its brave that instead of taking the easy way out, she is taking responsibility. I think she will be blessed in the future!
i also noticed and was looking for a comment mentioning it. after i noticed the scars on her neck i also realized that her entire body was covered so i wouldn't be surprised if she has sh scars as well. i know how difficult it is to break that cycle so i truly hope her and the baby are doing better.
Being a single mom is really hard. I cang stop crying. Im so blessed that my mom and my brother was there to take care of my son when I need to go abroad and work.
I'm a single mum, and the stereotypes are the same around the world. I work, I raise my son to be the best person he can be. I hope this mum has a happy life with her daughter. Ignore the stereotypes.
my mom had me when she was 17. her and dad seperated after my birth so she raised me all alone And honestly i aspire to be as cool and amazing as my mom She is very strong and independent and she took care of me and my brother very well and she got us anything we asked for💕 I'm thankful for her and i try my best to show her that I appreciate everything she does for us
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You could see the hurt on her face after her pictures stopped and theirs kept going. She knows how much shes missed and how much she gave up for her daughter. She is brave for doing this and strong for telling her story.
She’s writing her own story. There’s going to be pictures for her the other people don’t have a chance of getting. There’s beauty in that.
her pictures stopped because she's 20 years old...
@@OzlemA-el7sv You're one of those people who think 25-30 is middle aged
how? my comment might indicate 20s=childhood if anything. also are there really people like that, is that a western thing? it sounds like you're making up a stereotype like a 5 year old, trying out your associations and shit
@@OzlemA-el7sv It absolutely does not indicate that at all. I suggest learning context clues and stop trying to insult random people on the internet. Have a good day 😊
It's insane to me that young single mothers are judged so harshly when they're the parent that STAYED. Where's all this shame for the fathers that get to take the easy way out???
they’re judging her for the premarital sex, not for having a deadbeat dad
They made bad choices.
@WolfieFN My parents raised their children the proper way. None of us ended up commiting crime. Big shock. Both parents stay around and raise the kids and the kids turn out alright 😲😲😲
@@1Jason They obviously didn't raise you right if your over here being rude and judgmental.
@@1Jason Every Human Make A Mistake,But Don Judge Them,Because Every Mistakes We Make Is Learning Process To Adulthood Believes Or Not When I Was Young
People Or Neighbour Around Me Say That I Have No Future And Will Become Drug Dealer But Karma Is Real And Harsh When Their Family Member Getting Caught For Drug Possesion And Receives Death Penalty
I hate the men in the comments shaming her and the people judging her for being a young mom but not shaming the father for running away.
i dont wanna be mean but they are hypocrites
@@vivisglasses_it’s not mean, it’s the truth
she broke up with him. and took the child with her. its a very common case. im the son to a single mama. iv seen her in one relationship and i see why they dont work out. just loves to argue. and shes gen x... i love my mum. but i dont think another man could. hes gonna have to be someone very special to make it work
@@LuganAkiYou’re projecting your feelings about your mother on this woman who has nothing to do with you.
@@atomiclena128 you read it
I can't imagine how hard it has been for her to be a single parent in a country thats still very conservative and looks down on people like her, and I am a single parent... I hope she has gets the right emotional support for herself when she needs it! Its tough especially now during all the covid lockdowns and quarantines happening
@@ehtishamamin5601 you’re saying that as if they should be looked down on. Everyone does dumb things, especially when young. But at least she took responsibility, isn’t that pretty impressive? I wouldn’t mind her company, she’s not stupid but strong for managing to raise a child at such a young age.
@@yesplatinum7956 "But at least she took responsibility, isn’t that pretty impressive?"
Considering the hell the child is going to go through and missed opportunities due to poverty.
Can't help but feel angry at such people who make their an innocent child go through hell and act like a f*cking hero as if taking responsibility makes it any better. The responsibility is usually simple "maintenance" which is much less then what a child requires for a good life. If they showed humility may be people would spare a few words but your not a hero. That's why i'm pro-abortion. For this reason and this reason only.
Both of my parents (24m-27d) were married (arranged) when they had me. But they "used" me as a tool to shut their relatives up about children. They were going through alot financially and mentally and yet they brought me here. And of course they were going through turmoil they used me as a punching bag (quite literally sometimes).
The least they could do was show some guts and not fall into peer pressure. That's not strength but weakness. So not really admirable.
Do you seriously think the girl in this video going to keep up her cool all the time during hard times?
Have you read up statistics on abuse in single parent households?
My story is nowhere close to the horrific shit i've heard from kids coming through these households cause since I at least had a good neighborhood.
But people like you come in and have the audacity to tell kids that "at least they didn't let you die" as if somehow its a "blessing". I can assure you its not a blessing since dying is way better than suffering everyday.
So yes. People like me, who haven't done the same at least have every right to look down on weak, stupid people.
@@ehtishamamin5601 So basically, your childhood was terrible so obviously children of single parents will be the same. Seems like you are projecting your emotions to be honest.
@@peackpr9 Yeah, that's called empathy.
@@peackpr9 How is that an excuse to ignore the apparent abuse and poor quality lifestyle?
Seems like your deflecting by being personal cause you don't have anything of substance to say.
Yumi is so sweet, and genuinely a great person. She didn't judge at all. Might've shocked Kyojun and Bom because she was so young, and that's understandable. But Yumi was just like, "yo your baby's cute"
because Yumi unnie has friends who got pregnant at that age
@@djbella still if not it’s kinda surprising that they had a moment and went silent
it’s so true though the baby is adorable
@@divine7993 that’s going to be the reaction of most Koreans sadly and those are the nice reactions. I’m kind of surprised she chose to do this interview. Even older single mothers or divorced mothers don’t reveal it to protect their kids from the judgement and bullying they will face at school. Hopefully no one remembers this video by the time she is school age or even better maybe Korea will have its bullying problem under control by then
even Bom said that
Ironic how they shame the mother but never the father.
Exactly!! People forget it takes two to make a baby. Ah, yes. Shame on the mother for raising the child all by herself as if she doesn't have it hard already, but the dad is completely free to just run off after.
@@Thew0rm she broke up with him tho so how is the dad running off?
@@xFreeZeReTiMeX you have a child you have a child. That responsibility doesn’t end just because the relationship did
@@Flat.Mcdonalds.Sprite even though he didn't want it, it takes two to tango. he still is responsible whether he wants it or not because he helped in the conceiving of the child.
@@Flat.Mcdonalds.Spritestill doesn't give anyone a reason to be a dick to single parents
I grew up with a single mother who had no college education because she also had me at 19 years old. It was hard and she made a lot of tough choices along the way but she still did it and managed to endure like Kyojun said. I hope the best for this mother and I hope that things go well for her in Korea. Sending love from the U.S.A
My mom also had me at 20 and didn’t finish her studies it was a tough decision she was a single mother and it was really hard for her but now I have a lovely baby sister and my step-dad :)
my father died when ı was baby so my mom had to raise me and my sister alone at a young age, our mothers are so strong💪🏻💜
My father is a drunk my mother is jobless i'm trying to focus my school.And now i'm on the maze which u dont chose never.l understood that Your Geographic location is your Fate and That earth is so dangerous to a powerless and moody person to Live.Take care guys cya then
@@yoursister3008 Which country you in?
She actually had her at 18, the age in korea is 1 year more unless they were born on Dec. 31 then its 2 years so she is actually 19 and her birthday is in January
The scars on her neck worry me. The fact that she's covered head to toe in dark, baggy clothing could indicate she wants to hide something about her body. I don't want to speculate too much, but I truly hope she's remembering to take care of herself while also caring for her daughter.
I also hope that GIGGLE's staff and the three interviewers keep this young woman in mind and do something to help her, even if it's something as simple as keeping her company/babysitting or helping with basic expenses. A little kindness goes a long way. People in Jiwoo's situation deserve to live comfortably, to be taken seriously, and have all they help they can get.
I scrolled so far to find a comment about her scars.
I was also thinking this. It looks like cut scars, like someone's tried harming her. I did notice in one of the photos she has a hint of a tattoo under a sleeve, so I am hoping some of the coverage of her current outfit is to hide the ink but......
Literally was hoping to find someone else concerned about this too. I hope she's doing okay. :(
Her neck scars look like shes tried to slit her throat, I feel really worried for her as someone whos suffered with suicidal tendencies
I thought I was the only one that noticed I'm worried for her I hope she's doing ok
Even when they went silent, she brights up when she talks about her daughter, it's really beautiful, no matter how people react, that's her pride and joy
I wish people wouldn't be so judgmental to this lovely girl and her daughter. Especially other women. We had a girl get pregnant in my high school as well and instead of shaming her we rallied around her. Her friends threw her a baby shower, still invited her to fun things and had her bring her baby if she needed to, offered to babysit, and supported her as she graduated early. Becoming a mother can be so isolating for women, it's important to be the village and help in any small way you can 💕
It's such a strange thing to put others down for. I understand some might think the person was being careless with their partner but why try and pile it on when single parents are going through enough as it is. It doesn't make sense to add to the stress of that person's life. If you don't like the path the ended up on, best to just keep it to yourself. You don't have to fake being outwardly happy for--just don't give them grief over it.
this is south korea, the whole society is based on judgement and stereotypes.
@@ISangaloUnofficialFR
This problem isn't restricted to SK alone.
Honestly, every single SouthEastAsian I've met in my (western) country no matter age or gender has been judgemental like this. The girls are extremely jealous of you and the guys either refuse to look you in the eye or will look at you as if you somehow offended them by talking to them lol. The girls are the exact opposite, they STARE at you without pause for minutes, as if they try to kill you with their eyes. They seem to fixate a lot on my boobs and behind lol.
One time I tried to befriend an Asian girl because I felt sorry for her when she cried in the middle of the class (she was afraid of failing), she then tried stealing my best friend from me and would constantly accuse me like "are you jealous of me?" (when obviously she was jealous as she was trying to steal my bf and later my boyfriend too, failed both times). I also was much better in studies than her, guess she hated me for that too (even tho I wanted to help her, but she was too proud for that).
My neighbors rn are Vietnamese and they are also loud, they constantly bang against the walls and will clean their apartment at like 2am when every normal person with a job sleeps (they live on welfare). And before them lived a younger Chinese couple in the same apartment and they were even louder. They also had no jobs and the woman got pregnant while living there, but I didn't have a problem with the babies cries. The problem was that she would always walk around with dominatrix boots and would vaccum the apartment also at 3 am. The constant clack clack on the floor (even at night!!!) drove us f*cking nuts. I swear to god, something's not right with them. Also, when you tried talking to them, they would be like "huh? Don't speak language." Well, when the landlord came over, they suddenly knew how to speak the national language (not English). Hypocrites.
@@-a-1889 Thanks, did you have similar experiences?
i love yumi's vibes, she's so energetic and comfortable to talk to.
EXACTLY
She is overreacting a lot and seems unatural
@@video-cv3ov bruh
@@video-cv3ov some people are just animated and have big personalities doesnt mean she is fake
@@video-cv3ov if you're a boring person in general just say so
I adopted my daughter from Korea. She came to us when she was 5 months old. Her biological parents were students, 17 and 19 yo. My daughter is now going 24.
Where is her biological parents now? What are they doing now? Does your daughter know about this? Anyway its good thing you adopt the child:)
@@Bovyos you shouldn’t ask such invasive questions
@@Bovyos I met a guy who was adopted from Korea and he explained to me that the law makes it so that he or his adoptive parents are unable to know his biological parents identity
@@Bovyos you're so dense omg
@@Bovyos I have no idea where and who are her parents. The agency does not reveal much about the parents other than their ages. However, we have left a letter with instructions to the adoption agency that if her biological parents wanted to make contact, we will be happy to travel to Korea to meet with them. Yes, she definitely knows that she was adopted, but she has no interest in finding out about more about her biological parents. Maybe someday she will. I kept all the photos and documents.
My youngest sister had her first kid at a young age without the father being around and now my niece is a straight A student and my sister is going for her Masters in medicine. I’m rooting for this young lady too! We believe in you!!!
My older sister was 22 when my nephew was born but was cheated on and then left behind while pregnant.
We did everything to help her, I was only 10 when my nephew was born but I still did my best and I would say he turned out well too.
He is almost 20 now and doesn't know his bio dad but at least that dude paid child support and still does because my nephew is in school still. Sometimes it's just better to not have that other party involved, less stress and all of that.
Korea is VERY different. The mother and the daughter will have a rough road ahead and they will not generally be accepted.
@@akoilngas1215 then I’m rooting for them and I hope they succeed and have a comfortable and happy life.
@@Black0wt20 And I hope they succeed, too. Hopefully, Korea's statistics for the children of single mother homes aren't like the U.S. where the children are more likely to be drop outs, criminals, drug users, become pregnant/father children as teens, have lower career earnings, and be more likely to be depressed and mentally ill.
wowwww that’s amazing !!!!!
My older sister gave birth at 17 but luckily the father stayed around to help her and even helped pay her college tuition and was able to become a nurse. But I applaud all single parents, both mothers and fathers cause raising a kid is one of the hardest but most satisfying experiences in life.
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@@amirahelechi7113 angel number!
@Lunu Depends on the person
@@e.mchristina5260 depends on the persons denial.
@@MultiKwolf It depends on the person's situation and the individual themselves. For some people, having a child is the best thing that can happen. I personally don't agree but it can't be denied that it makes others happy
All of them are trying to be nice... but are obviously uncomfortable and judging her. But the girl in the bob has the most amazing energy talking about how cute the baby is and how she looks like her mother. Just love her so much for doing that.
Teen pregnancy isn’t nearly as common in Korea as the US so I don’t blame them for being awkward. They were still kind and supportive
The other girl too
I didnt really get the vibe that the were judging her tbh just that they didnt know how to approach the conversation
@@savaco__ i agree, especially as they are younger. a lot of younger generations don't feel as strongly as older generations might but because it isn't as common or commonly talked about, and sexism is still quite common in korean society, i think they were trying hard to not be impolite since they hadn't personally experienced that in front of them before
For those of you who do not know or are confused, basically the Korean age system is such that they count the year in the mum's belly. So basically the baby is already a year old when they're born (eg: I'm 22 years old but in Korea I would be 23). That is why they only graduate high school when they are 19/20 by Korean age (18/19 globally).
Edit: holy shit the likes damn thanks yall
A strange thing. Probably complicates for the pro-choice movement 😕
Not really considering that this is very common in Korea. I just found this out myself and you have two ages and I really like it because it makes me younger
But we’re only pregnant for at most 10 months, so would the child be a year or 9-10 months old when born?
And sometimes they add a year for lunar new year plus your bday so depending on your birthday you could be 2 years older. For example I’m 18 (aus age) and then I’m born may so I’d turn 19 on lunar new year and 20 in may on my bday :) if I lived in Korea. But they have done this for years so no hate towards the culture please
@@Samson16436 considering abortion has been illegal in korea for a long time, like also briefly mentioned in the video, id say you are right. the conservative and old-fashioned society in general probably doesn't help this either.
세상 이야기 말해줘서 감사합니다. There is a single mother's organization in Korea called KUMFA. I hope anyone reading this will consider supporting them and their mission to help single mothers in Korea!!
Wow thank you, I’ll look into it
Boooooo
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@@patternrecon5271 ???
Yes please support KUMFA, there are many young single mums that can't get support that rely on this charity. I've worked with them before in Korea they are fantastic.
@@patternrecon5271 a lot of people don’t have mothers or fathers , deal with it
I'm proud of you Yumi. You talked to her with respect from the first second of finding out.
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For anyone confused why she is 20 years old being born in 2003. In korea, when you are born, you are considered to be 1 year old...so, they count the age you are going to be instead of what you were at your last birthday.
Edit-: For people who are confused about her age being 20 instead of 19. It's cause she probably was born in January. That puts her 1 year higher. It may sound confusing, don't give too much thought over this.
Yeah I'm her age so I know hehe 👀😂🤭🤧😅🥺💜💜💕💕
The asian expectation is so high you're expected to be 1 year old even when you're a literal fetus.
@@TheTickyTickyTicky loooool your comment made my day 😂😂
She's 19 in actuality then...so young but holding such a big responsibility having a baby...my 26 years daughter is having her first child after getting married last year still i m in doubt if she could bear with the responsibility whats more a 19 year old girl...
@@ceputehching-ching1503 people grow maturity faster than others its really no ones business to see if she resposible enough.
Damn. I hope the Giggle team finds a way to take in this young lady and support her with work, friendship, etc.
I know they aren't obligated to do anything, but I hope they can at least make friends with her and the baby.
Yesssss 👏
Yes
The fact that in Korea I would be 25 makes me feel old 😅
the scars on JiWoo’s neck makes me so sad. looks like self harm scars and because it’s on her neck makes me think it’s possibly fuelled with suicidal thoughts. i hope she’s doing okay and has more support now after this video. and i hope she gets clean one day and she can recover and escape those demons. i was a self harmer for 6 years so i know it all too well. i hope she finds self love, self worth, peace and hope! she’s a beautiful young girl. wish her all the best from ireland 🇮🇪
@The Wolf those are nothing like pregnancy scars.
Those aren’t scars, maybe surgical or neck fat but those are not scars
it also could be because of a violence towards her. It is not a secret many single moms in Korea struggle financially. And when you are poor you are ready for everything, especially when you need to feed your child, the child is more important than your own body. So it attracts a lot bad people who make advantage of a single mom's desperate situation.
Yes!!❤
You take care of yourself as well!!
@@Realuser_1 those are scars, my aunt had surgery on her throat and looks just like that, look at her tight young neck, fat is droppy not tight since all that extra skin folds , she is a young adult and those are scars
i love the advice at 12:40 "the one who endures is the one who wins"
I had my son at 21. i wasn't technically a teen mom but i completely understand how she feels. i had to withdraw from college after my son was born and there were many young dreams that were not realized. it was hard seeing friends do young people things when my son was a young child. however, i eventually did go back to college and finish my degree as well as travel and experience some dreams when he was a little older. today, my son is the light of my world and I'm so thankful he came into my life.
I'm happy that u completed ur college and also travel
I feel exactly the same. So happy my mom brought me into the world by herself despite her young age. I still remember all the nights she spent at the dining table studying for school, I always felt so bad because it looked so boring, and she was trapped inside. Moms rule the world!!!
From the pictures and her voice when she speaks about her daughter it is very clear that she loves her baby deeply. As long as a child has one person in their lives who truly loves them, they are very blessed. I am very proud of every single parent who makes the life, love and well-being of their children the top priority of their lives. Keep up the great job young lady. You and your daughter will always be blessed by each other! 화이팅!
Boooo shame
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@@patternrecon5271 if he didn't have enough personal character to stay in the childs life, then he has nothing of value to offer the child.
@@patternrecon5271 wow, that is a very old fashioned view to have. Women get looked down on for having sex but not men? She did nothing more than fall in love and trust him. I know I won't change your mind so please save your time and don't reply. I don't have any patience for a debate with someone who has such a closed mind and so much bitterness towards a young woman and her innocent child
@@robertmarsh8334 f those men also some truths are universal and timeless
@@patternrecon5271 and the one you are trying to say is not one of those. gtfo
7:36 Her reaction was the best, why would u get awkward and act like you are sorry for her just bcoz she’s young and has a baby? She’s a mother that’s her baby nothing wrong with it just be respectful like you would to any other mother
it's hard to know what to do if you realise that a situation may be sensitive and you don't want to offend. and additionally i think that they are just aware of the judgment that occurs in korean society and they probably feel bad that she has gone through that.. a the way a lot of sympathy in korean culture works is simply acknowledging that the other person could have gone through a hard time, because often there is no acknowledgment
gosh i couldn't stop crying , she is really strong & responsible must have gone through to raise her pretty daughter without her partner, her personality is lively and bubbly no wonder someone would fall for her .
yes MOM'S are strong when it comes to kids, this content is so touching & emotional. LOVE U & MISS U MOM.
"she is really strong & responsible "
Debate-able. Responsible and smart people are the ones not in her situation.
@@ehtishamamin5601 the responsibility and strength I am talking is how she decided to have child & raise her as Single Mother .
@@lucksheme243 "she decided to have child & raise her as Single Mother"
She didn't that's the point. She got herself in a situation due to her negligence and had to bend the knee.
@@ehtishamamin5601 It was irresponsible of her and her partner, but a lot of people in her situation tend to be resentful and negligent, or give children up for adoption to an unfair and mismanaged system. Having the self-knowledge to own up and take on the consequences of your actions is in my opinion very admirable, more so because it will ensure this child will hopefully lead a good life. She is clearly a different person now than who she was, and this current woman is clearly very selfless and responsible
@@christiedruman "this current woman is clearly very selfless and responsible"
I stopped taking you seriously honestly after this.
You do know she JUST had that kid. 2 years isn't enough to judge her and you don't know the first thing about her other then that sad look on her face.
"consequences of your actions is in my opinion very admirable"
Admirable doesn't mean should be glorified and negating the other factors of how this could potentially turn out. You did something stupid and you take accountability but that does not make you a hero. You did a stupid thing and that's not something to be ignored, whitewashed and definitely not encouraged like it is now.
Unless you want to be stubborn about it to the point of denial. Won't argue with that.
It's crazy to realize that I'm less than a year older than her and she already seems to much more mature than many people I know. She's extremely strong for getting through the hardships and being able to raise what seems to be a very happy and healthy daughter. I hope things go well for her !
Boooo
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Honestly I see that as a sad thing...19...a lot of people consider 18-25 the highlight of their lives.....and she's lost it to caring for a child, aged beyond her years. It's a shame, she seemed like the type who valued social interactions and having fun as well, I hope she doesn't let it get her too down tho. My own parent had a similar experience at 21 and even though she's happy now losing those times still hurts a lot.
@@patternrecon5271 you're right. So shameful that the dads rarely stay in these cases. Yet then kids get called fatherless like its their fault. The men are always excused.
@@phoebescott6787 and the women who open their legs for them
@@patternrecon5271the dad literally didn’t want the baby and left, but you’re shaming jiwoo and her baby instead of him. 🤨🤨🤨
It's funny because when the mom stays, they judge, but when the mom leaves, they judge. When the dad leaves, they don't really question it and when he stays, they praise him.
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And the guy who just vanished without a word is usually seen as the victim lmfao
Lots of love to this single mother and her daughter. Stay strong and stronger... Pretty emotional video actually. ❤️
Your daughter is so blessed to have a mother who cares for her. I believe you can do it. I've watched two teen moms raise their children, and I know you can do it too.
Just because you raised a kid and care doesn't mean you do a good job. Single mother households raise children who are more likely to be criminals, more likely to become teen parents, more likely to use drugs, more likely to drop out of school, earn less as adults, and are more likely to have issues with depression and other mental illnesses.
There is nothing blessed about this situation.
@@akoilngas1215 we'll assess each situation as it goes case by case. Having a kid at that age is not ideal but it's unfair to generalize what that kid will be.
@@fornax5798 People like you struggle with simple concepts in math and statistics. Possibility is not probability, and people like you often conflate the two. Yes, I fully admit that stochastic outcomes are not deterministic, but I am not incorrect to point out that all that horrible, debilitating stuff I wrote IS REALITY. It is probable that the child becomes an issue for society.
Generally, single mother households are NOT good for children. Just because a child from a single mother household can succeed does not mean you get to ignore all the murderers and criminals that came out of one.
@@akoilngas1215 chill out dude
@@AnaOhKay White knight for someone worthwhile, bro.
I became pregnant at age 30. When I was experiencing pregnancy, I sobbed and sobbed because all I could do was throw up. My sister had her first baby at a really young age and went through so much hell that she didn't deserve. It hit me like a bag of bricks how hard it must have been, and how scary. Then to add your body changing, the pain of it, suddenly I was so overwhelmed with empathy for all living beings who had struggled or were struggling with pregnancy.
There are a lot of young, stupid boys in the comments (some college-aged) that are shaming people in this thread. Maybe they'll never change or feel empathy for what women go through. And to them I say: go to hell. Go to absolute hell you gd idiot punk bstards. I hope you never experience the joy and pain of being a parent, and that one day you learn to shut your gd mouths.
Anyway, I now have 2 baby girls and I still know all the normal struggles of being a parent. I think about my sister often and how there's no gd way I could ever have gotten through what she went through by herself. It's not like a hero story--because you don't come out of hard experiences unscathed, and you don't always make good decisions. All I know is that if I--a married woman with an iron-tight graduate degree and a well-earning husband--am having a hard time, then just imagine having absolutely no one to rely on to help you.
She straight up said she needed help. The guy who told her to endure it well...honey she doesn't have a choice. Of course she's going to endure it. The least anyone could do for her would be to drop off some meals, let her take a nap, or even find someone TRUSTWORTHY to let her have a night out.
Ugh I'm rooting for you boo. There's a mom in America who gets it.
You’re so kind
reading through these comments and seeing so many ignorant responses has made my blood boil. Thank you for describing what I feel! 💗💗
chill out dawg💀
Fan Person lol chill about what?
@@yna418 The experience of pregnancy is something very passionate so chilling out is not an option 💀
I'm a single mom, had my daughter at 24 and was still shunned from my family. I'm American, but some cultures just aren't based around love or acceptance, no matter what your location is. Where I grew up, girls were getting pregnant and abandoned by 14 or 15. The double standards were ridiculous. I applaud you, Kim Jiwoo. Motherhood is no joke, especially when you have no family or friends to care, love you, or support you. It gets a little easier as they get older.
"some cultures just aren't based around love or acceptance"
Your and your sexual partner's choices sabotaged a child's inherent right to a stable family and protected environment. Its the child that deserves love and your family would be wrong to treat the child different. But you on the hand. DEAL WITH IT!
@@ehtishamamin5601 you’ve replied to so many comments saying the same shit. It seems personal for you, stop projecting your emotions, that’s so unhealthy. How old are you? You’re acting real immature
@@ehtishamamin5601 like man just how sad to you have to be to be taking time out of your day to bash and shame people you don’t even know.
@@Sara-zf6yp just turned 21.....And How exactly is what I said is "bashing and shaming"?
Where exactly did I shame someone directly or even indirectly? Please point that cause you're obviously paying attention.
Cause pretty sure nowhere in my comments did I get personal unlike you.
@@ehtishamamin5601 lmfao 💀
Yumi is one of those social people who are comfortable to be around and socialize with, wonderful trio as always!!
when she said "kids these days" it was initially funny and then became sad when you realize that she didn't get to live out her teen years like she'd probably wanted to...
Kim Jiwoo, if you're reading this one day, just know there are thousands of strangers with prayers and love being sent to you and Kim Bom. You're doing a job harder than most people will ever experience and you're crushing it. Stay safe friend. Much love.
YOU.ARE.GREAT !! I am 16 and still can't even make food for myself. I cried so hard when my best friend ditched me . I have very low patience level and I have sever other weakness but gurl YOU ! You are so strong. I have read in novels and all about how hard is it to be a single mom . And I can feel the emotions in her eyes throughout the video . You are amazing. Never loose hope and think how proud will your daughter feel about you when she will grow up. Go Lil Rockstar 👀✌💜
Me too I'm also 16 and I can't imagine this and I respect people like this but I cannot imagine being pregnant at this age because not only are my parents really strict, they can be really abusive too
And we are also really religious so I'm not really allowed to have my own opinions either and I'm not really allowed to have bodily autonomy either so I'm not allowed to wear certain things say certain things we are certain way and express myself so I can't imagine this at all
Please I love you for this comment 😭❤
This is exactly what I would want to hear if I was Jiwoo
Bro its okay to cry and feel sad when your bestfriend ditched you.
Boooooo shame
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Her neck, it's so sad she ever felt like that. I'm glad she is happy now and I hope she will forever be happy.
@@elizac.3035 why you pissed? I didn't say anything bad, did I now? If you don't like anything sweetheart, ignore it.
I'm 21 heading to 22 soon and I'm in awe of her. She could've been living her 20's, doing what she wants, only being responsible for herself but now she has to be responsible for another human being and will have to make a lot of sacrifices. I cannot imagine having this life for myself. I hope even with her baby, she'll have a strong support system to be able to let her live her life without regrets
Boooo shame
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@@patternrecon5271 can you shut up? You’re spamming this everywhere.
She’s not even 20, she’s 18 ! She’s so strong
@@patternrecon5271 You're right, shame on the coward father.
@@GriffithFemJesusHe might not have wanted to lose his freedom and young years like she did. Plenty of women get an abortion for the same reasons, so why is it a problem when the man backs out?
The courage that young woman had. I applaud her. I know it isn't easy to talk about having a child when being that young, especially in a judgmental society. I had finished high school, and still had a hard time getting over the social expectations of single parenting. I wish her all the love and support.
i think we should support teen moms but not teen pregnancy, you know? theyre strong, but it shouldn’t be something people glorify
@@nai1729 and the easiest way to help is Sex education, and investing in more social services.
@@nai1729 yeah
Booo shame
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@@MinniChii I did a research prroject on this in high school and...it's tough. My conclusion is that there is not enough social support for abstinence and yet too much shame about sex. Your peers expect you to have sex, yet those who are old enough and mature enough to understand the consequences are either too embarrassed/busy to speak to kids/teens about it or are dismissed in teenage rebelliousness. And the assumptions about sexual activity in media really doesn't help. As someone who decided to abstain until marriage at a very young age--more than that, to avoid anything that might cause sexually impure thoughts--my peers were so ready to argue with me about the foolishness and prudishness of what I was doing. And then there's an assumption that if you have very conservative values on sexuality that you must be judging/hating LGBTQ+ people. Thank God my parents had actually exposed me to the Bible, so I had something to hold on to when all my peers were yelling and screaming at me.
I love people like Yumi, so kind and charismatic, can make the whole room laugh but is also so warm and accepting of people. She’s great!
had my daughter just 5 days after turning 19. it was unexpected and admittedly regrettable at the time. i went through hell with and without her father, and still am to this day 3 years later, but my baby was my responsibility from the day i found out.
i can tell you.. the absolute emotional and physical turmoil this woman surely went through is forgotten by those who shame young mothers. we are selfless in every way imaginable. she is correct, we feel pity for our child, we feel guilt, we feel protective and yet wistful for the life we see others having.. my sympathies and commendations to this amazing mother. to go on a show and share something so vulnerable, is strength alone. it’s hard to make friends and we don’t go out often. it’s hard to take care of yourself. it’s hard to imagine what life will look like in 10,5,2 years. i look young so i also receive weird or pitying looks in public. no one asks if we need help when we’re visibly struggling (not a single mother specific experience). barely anyone stops to think about the obstacles we endure to give our child the best life. they judge us but will never spend a day in our shoes.
to all the kind comments, thank you. myself other mothers like me feel so seen by your love and compassion. we don’t require pity, we only need to be treated like a human being too. we are not castaways, we are not less than thou. we are still our age, deep deep inside, we just are required to be much older.
Dude when she said “you’re just like a newly born child” right when she found out she was 20, while we knew she had to grow up sooner for her kid. That was kinda crazy to see.
This is a really great series. Teaching in Korea I learned how incredibly conservative it is. Being a single mother is like the absolute biggest shame even in this day and age which is sad. You can see how uncomfortable they became immediately after learning that she has a child. Internally challenging their own biases.
felt like crying a bit when she said to bom how she cant do many things she wants. i know she made he choice but the sacrifices you have to make having an early kid seem like a lot. physically and mentally
Boooo shame
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@@patternrecon5271this is fatherless activity
@@juliannemcgee8742 venerating single mothers? Sure is
Seem like a lot?...no, they ARE a lot! Imagine no babysitter. Imagine the ppl u thought were your friends don't want to be around u with your kid? Imagine trying to get childcare and backup child care and a plan C childcare, so u can still go to work during flu season...imagine wanting alone time...EVER!
@@patternrecon5271 So much trauma from my pos biological father figure. Seriously would have been better off if he died but the bastard lives on. Classic conservative Hispanic male who thinks females should be objects you possess and do what they are told. Ran as far away as could when I turned 18. He hasn't changed more than a decade later.
7:44 was kinda sweet when u think of the others
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from the way she talk i could feel that she's more matured than her age. hands down to all the single mom's out there. things may get tough sometimes but nothing is impossible from a mother's love
As a single mother myself, I got pregnant at 20 and in my 3rd year of college. Now I am graduating in a few months and my baby turned 1. I love her so much and I did everything so I could get a job before graduating to college. Now I am an engineer and giving back to my parents😊 nothing is truly impossible. We should never label ourselves as the person that was defined by others. We should be the one to define what we can be and to what extent we can achieve our dreams. I am not ashamed, I am proud of who I became.
You keep going, you're a great example for your child!
Those scars in her neck tell me everything. I'm proud of her and bless her for stepping up as a mother no matter how difficult. F anybody that judges them in their search for happiness. May she find a place where she is loved and supported and can raise her child in peace.
she said she’s 20 but i forgot korean age is different so i was shocked when she said she was born in 2003 she’s a year younger than me i can’t even imagine having a kid right now or even ever im wishing her all the best she’s so strong
Wow her daughter looks so cute and squishy. I hope she's doing well. I could still see a youthful spirit in her and hopefully she can get to enjoy everything with her daughter. Single mums are strong-willed and independent. Her daughter will surely learn a lot from her as she grows up
8:07 when u're anxious about their opinions on you being a teen mom, but they offend u by calling your baby the wrong gender. 🤣🤣🤣
I had my daughter when i was 16 (pregnant at 15) and I too got pregnant in june and had her in march! - she is now 15 and im 31. It was hard, it was lonely I wont lie but looking at things now im glad I chose to keep and raise her. It is worth enduring, the sweet days will come hang in there
do not support teen pregnancy but do support pregnant teens! so many people in the comments seem to have forgotten this!
also, if you are dying so much to judge someone, JUDGE THE PARENT WHO DIDNT STAY, THE FATHERS!
Yumi was the kindest of them all, she was sweet. She was both shocked and understanding
At a young age she is so mature and responsible ...she is really brave 💜.....lots of love to you and your baby 🤗💜
shes so strong.. i really hope the marks on her neck arent self-inflicted and instead is something that can be safely explained. im pretty sure korea is one of the countries that really look down on younger people who "made bad decisions." the thing is, the person who made the bad decision is the father who wanted to abort the baby despite the mother's wishes. i hope she made a few friends while at GIGGLE who can volunteer and help her out sometimes. my prayers go out to all single parents :(
My parents had me at 18 and 19. I’m 15 years old now and it’s so strange to me how much stigma and shock there is around people having children this young because as I’m growing up and I’m already in 10th grade I’ve grown up seeing my parents simply as my parents. So it’s quite interesting when new acquaintances and friends find out how young my parents are now (33,34) and seeing the looks on their face when they’re trying to figure out how my parents have a 15 year old daughter and a 9 year old son and are in their mid-30’s. Fortunately I haven’t met anyone who’s been rude to my parents about it or say anything rude about me. Seeing this video it really reminds me how hard it must have been for my mom and dad to have a baby so young. I’m grateful my dad stayed and loves me and I feel sorry for this woman that she had to make the decision to leave her boyfriend. But she appears to be a great mom and I’m sure she’s going to raise that baby with so much love and the baby will grow up and be an incredible young adult. Hopefully she can see my comment and see from a perspective of being the child of a young parent that I’m incredibly grateful my parents decided to stay for me and I’ve been told I’ve turned out to be a nice funny girl and im sure her daughter when she is 15 like me or maybe even younger she’ll be a beautiful sweet girl who appreciates her mom dearly. Keep being there for her and thank you for being a great mom to your daughter despite being so young! I wish the best wishes on you and that everything will turn out well for you and your daughter as you two grow together!
My mom had my brother when she was 23 and my father had to go to another state right after she gave birth due to his transfer.
She had to raise him alone for the first few years. I can't understand how hard it must be for all the mothers around the world. I hope all of you stay strong and healthy 🤍
When I was in my early 20's I had some unwed mothers who would hang out/party. If it were night or anytime, I made sure their kids were well cared for. Making sure they had food and drink. If mom wanted to party I was there to make sure the kids were ok. None of them were mine but then they were all mine. Still to this day over 30 years later the kids and mothers thank me. I never took advantage of the situation with the mothers. I just tried to do the right thing by the kids. Gave moms a chance to blow off steam and relax a bit. Gave the kids a safe environment, as safe as I could.
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that's so important. people call young single mothers selfish when they want to party but it's so understandable, everyone needs a break sometimes.
They made a choice to be a mother and not a party person their past times should reflect the choices they made
@@cleone423 Seems you take party to a higher meaning. If they were married and went out for the night with their husband would you say the same thing? Are mothers supposed to stop having fun because they have children? That seems really ridiculous. When I say party, I did not say just going out and getting drunk.
as someone who has harmed myself as a way of coping in hard times i worry for her with the baggy and clothing to cover her up, the scars on her neck make me think she had or is in dark times. it’s extremely hard especially for teenagers and single mothers to take care of children alone with society’s view on single and young mothers, i truly hope she is doing well financially and mentally.
there's so many time i see her almost cried, she is literally so strong, i hope you nothing but the best for you !
She's such a strong mom.
i love how brave she is even while going through hard times.
I cant be the only one who hates that guy for commenting on the baby's size 😭 like SIR THAT'S A BABY
Must have been pretty hard for her.
I wish that she's able to fulfill all her dreams as well as her daughter's! ❤️
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@@patternrecon5271 so what? who cares?
@@SyrianSoaper fatherless comment
@@patternrecon5271 Are you twelve?
I have friends who became parents around the same age and while I do think it's risky to become a parent at such a young age due to how unstable your life can be at that time (you know, work and education and all that) and think you should wait... You know when stuff like this happens you just gotta make the best out of it. You're not a bad parent for being young, as long as you do your best and realize that you're not just responsible for yourself anymore you'll be a good parent. Some of my friends had kids due to hell spawn partners they shouldn't have been involved with but ofc the decision to keep the child was their own.
Yeah that's why never encourage people to have child at that age at the same time, take responsibility when things go unplanned :)
Her age doesnt faze me at all. She seems even 'old' to me seeing as when I was going through high school, there were 14 year olds with kids and their baby-daddies were always upperclassmen. When I graduated one of my friends/classmates already had 2 kids already. I put that down to the area I lived in. I'm glad to see that the teen pregnancy has slowed ALL the way down since I was in school.
I feel like im interpreting this interview wrong because it didnt feel like they were shaming her or judging her, just that they didnt know how to approach the situation.
But I'm seeing a lot in the comments about how they always blame the mother and never the father or how it "was clear" they were hard core judging her.
It's a different scenario talking to a young or teen mom then talking to a mom that has experience.
my mom had me right as she turned 18 (same birthday 🥳) she was trying to finish highschool while being a single mom. she sacrificed a lot for me, she’s 33 now and just finished college!
I am 22 and I know that u can't be enough matured to take serious decisions even if u leave teenage or if you are 20 yrs old. But looking at Jiwoo today 😭 I can tell she's 20 and no doubt she's more mature than I am right now. Literally the way she talks is enough to tell how mature she is.
As a teen mom myself, I teared up watching this video. My husband and I were having a hard time raising our child together as young adults, and here is this strong young woman doing it on her own. And in a very judge mental country, without her family by her side. Your doing a great job mama! Your baby is looking happy and healthy! Prayers to you both, stay strong. ❤️
Did anyone else notice the subtitle at 00:53 when it legit said “Fake laugh?” Whoever is writing these subtitles knows what’s up😂
I really appreciate how strong teen mothers are, and how hard their life is and maybe that is why there are some norms made by elders, there is a specific time and age to do specific things, it's in our hand to make our life easy or difficult...
So the message that young people should take from this video is that teen pregnancy is not a flower bed and you should wait till you are earning, responsible and mature enough...❤️
I think Yumi handles the situation perfectly, she didn't make her feel uncomfortable...
To take care of a child as a single parent in South Korea with no family to help you is so tough. Many children are abandoned in SK because their parents can't do the same. They end up in orphanages and foster care from that. A large number of them never get adopted and age out of the system at 18. I hope she can make it through this difficult time and I hope one day someone falls in love with her and her daughter and she has a chance to get married.
A beautiful episode. Thank you. All the best wishes to the single moms out there.
I was adopted from Korea when I was 6 months old. My biological mother was 16 when she had me and I still wonder about her everyday. I hope she is healthy and happy.
she is amazing.. More power to her. I hope she gets to experience everything and live the best life👏🙌
The one who endures, is the one who wins.
What a quote...🤯🔥
no, survive yes but win ? no, the kid grew up without a dad or real dad, how is that a win ?
This child IS BLESSED and not poor because she has a mother that is trying so hard to provide for her and loves her so much!!!! In todays world its really hard to find present parents. Good job ma'am, you are doing great!
had my baby boy at 19 and at 21 have been blessed with the opportunity to go to college and pursure a nursing career like Bom! the sacrifice is big but enjoy as many happy moments as you can with your little one and it's okay to cry when times get hard because it is not at all easy. but like the guy said better times are ahead for those who pull through!
She's very strong... Dear little Kim Bom, you've got a very strong and lovely mom😊
My mom had me at 20. But here in the US 18 is an adult age and many graduate by 18 in High School. But our country has many early teen pregnancies (14-17.) Teens having kids here is so common that not many are surprised anymore. But there can be judgments but more among peers than adults. It’s really nice to hear about this subject of teen pregnancies to bring awareness and show her strength going through it. Thank you for bringing her on.
Thank you so much for showing a single mom❤️ Single parents have to take so much judgment when they can be just as great as a set of parents. I wish this beautiful girl a bright future, may she find the support she needs and the love she needs for she had to grow up too fast. I wish her happiness, health and a way to fulfill her dreams. I love her personality and admire her strength. Being a parent is not an easy job, especially as a single parent.
Sending only love to this beautiful human being and her child 🙏🏻💕
I truly wish this wonderful mother and her beautiful daughter every happiness in the world. I too am a single mum with no support and even I find it tough living in a non judgemental country; I can’t imagine how hard it is for single mothers living in more conservative countries.
My advice is to not think about what you’ve missed out on (the parties etc) and instead cherish the experiences that no-one else has; your baby’s first steps, their smile, their laugh… little moments that only the two of you share. You’re doing a wonderful job, mama. Xo
Single mother w absolutely NO HELP but still manage to work & make sure there’s food on the table deserve a lot man. I can’t imagine having my 1yr w out my husband or family’s help
My parents had me when they were 20. My father is only an elementary graduate and my mother is a highschool graduate. It was really difficult because they were both so young and they already have 2 babies to feed. Right now, we’re financially stable than before and I thank my parents for enduring all the hardships they went through in the past. I couldn’t be more blessed to have them in my life.
To you, you are so brave. To have a kid at young age can be both a struggle and a blessing but I just wanna say that I am proud of you. You are so strong and I know you will go through tough moments of your life. You’re doing great already. Keep hanging in there :)
the sacrifices you're making for your daughter are so difficult, but worth it. sending love from Texas, USA. 💖
I can relate to this very much so and I think for me having a child at a young age changed me so much as a person, I learned alot along the way and I’ve grown to understand life and myself better than I ever would have if I would’ve never had my son at 17. He’s 14 now, in football and basketball, all AP classes and making As, and he’s in band. He’s so smart and talented! And I graduated with two associates degrees and I’m continuing my education for my bachelors. It can be done and you can succeed despite what people think!
She is such a strong girl and mother who kept her child and not gave up her for adoption. All love to her! South Korea needs to become more open minded, tolerant and change their mindset, values and develope their social society to support single mothers. The stigma and prejudice about single mothers don’t belong in a developed country like South Korea. The same goes for Lgbtq rights. Stone age laws or lack of laws protecting lgbtq
They have a lot of nerve shaming her when she's the one that felt responsibility to the life growing in her womb and stepped up to the plate while the father asked for an abortion then ran away. She is a remarkable young lady.
Mmm you can totally see how nervous and anxious she is when the picture first pops up and she’s looking at their reaction. Im a single mom myself, got pregnant at 16 and have been alone since then, the father long gone. Im now 26 and finally, I feel like I can invest my time in college. It’s so hard for people like us, so I hope she remains strong and things go well for her!! Sending hugs 💕
My bio mom had me at 14. She couldn't raise me since her home life was a mess and she was still so young, so I ended up being adopted by amazing people, but the greatest gift my bio mom gave me was life. The guy she got pregnant with was in his 20s. It was a mess. She could have easily chosen to abort me, but she didn't. And I'm eternally grateful to her for making that hard choice despite all she had to go through. Keep strong, the most important thing you can give your baby is love and guidance 💕
I hope I can ask a question! And as a 14 yr old myself I can’t imagine getting pregnant
It's disheartening to here a 14 year old had a baby in western society.
@@MsTomas086 the part that is really disheartening to me is the fact that the man was in his 20s...that poor girl. I hope she's doing well now.
@@mariahrichardson650 if it was consent then there’s nothing wrong with it. actions have consequences.
Its dangerous to birth at 14-18. These little girls must have abortion.
Teaching for five years in Korea, I had three students like her. Because I lived in a small city, their parents rushed the girls off to live with relatives in Seoul. I left shortly after but I always wondered how those girls turned out. Their kids would be in their 20s now.
Single parents are superheroes! My mom is a single parent (she had me at 15) and she worked full time and took night-school classes to get her degree. I never wanted for food, shelter or love, she provided it all while working hard. Now I’m a first generation college graduate who works a full time job and tries to be the best person I can. I love my mom more than anything and hope people learn to either mind their own business or see single parents for who they really are - hardworking people who sacrifice their autonomy and life for their babies.
nah, heroes are people who helped orphanages, foster homes, donating to kids with cancer, charity, etc... u get my point, these girls who have no self control and will be depending on others to give them a job or some kind of money to support their lifes is far from it, i know because one of my family member is one of em, and its not because she had a kid way to young but its simply due to her husbands early passing, and ill spare u the details, it made me and my family's life a living fckng hell having to take care her financial issues, imagine a single teenage parent. this is reality wake up.
@@MultiKwolf These girls to not have the ability to get pregnant on their own it's takes two so if you wanna talk about the lack of self control you should also include the male partner as well. People have different opinions on what they consider a hero to be. You should look from different angles before writing things off as disgusting it makes you come off as judgmental.
@@MultiKwolf it takes 2 to make a baby. Where is the father? He ran away. She could have abandoned the child, left them for adoption, but SHE is the parent who stayed. And she gives a good life for the child. Dont discredit that.
Having to personally see a pregnant teenager at school(back then) really feels different from seeing it from news and social media platforms. To be honest, I wasn't that mindful to them back then however, when I saw someone experiencing the same at regular days, I couldn't help but to be amazed by their bravery, living their life with laughter despite the hardships and difficulties they get from the society. I respect her for being strong enough to go to school albeit knowing how hard it'll be. And to that friend of hers that is always there to accompany and help her, I wish for more happy days to the both of you. It's been 2 years already but I still hope that they still keep on smiling to people like how they did to us that year. Life is unpredictable, indeed but whatever it is, we must keep on living to prove that we are stronger than we look.
I am the same age as her, and honestly she is doing a great job. She is very mature and I couldn't do better than her.
Hope you and your daughter get the best life now and in the future.
yumi has the best energy ever omg. the absolute cutest. i hope jiwoo is doing okay these days
well done giggle
thank you staff and crew for this one
the cast was perfect !! well done all around cast and guest both
is it just me or did anyone notice the many suicide attempts on that girls neck. Im glad shes alive and that she has her daughter to live for in the future. stay strong girl!!.. you got this
I noticed her skin was strange around her neck but it didn’t hit me until you mentioned it. I truly hope it isn’t the case, she seems so strong and mature.
@@beckipham3983 unfortunately... mental health and suicides are taboo subjects in Korea. the suicide rate in Korea is really high... actually... I think it's the highest in the world...I just want to tell her there is nothing to be ashamed or afraid of. She just had her child early and I think its brave that instead of taking the easy way out, she is taking responsibility. I think she will be blessed in the future!
oh wow.. i noticed her neck throughout the video but never put two and two together.
Fuck- I didn’t notice. That breaks my heart. Truly hope she’s in a better place mentally
i also noticed and was looking for a comment mentioning it. after i noticed the scars on her neck i also realized that her entire body was covered so i wouldn't be surprised if she has sh scars as well. i know how difficult it is to break that cycle so i truly hope her and the baby are doing better.
Being a single mom is really hard. I cang stop crying. Im so blessed that my mom and my brother was there to take care of my son when I need to go abroad and work.
I'm a single mum, and the stereotypes are the same around the world. I work, I raise my son to be the best person he can be. I hope this mum has a happy life with her daughter. Ignore the stereotypes.
my mom had me when she was 17. her and dad seperated after my birth so she raised me all alone
And honestly i aspire to be as cool and amazing as my mom
She is very strong and independent and she took care of me and my brother very well and she got us anything we asked for💕 I'm thankful for her and i try my best to show her that I appreciate everything she does for us