i’m 21 with no kids but this has quickly became one of my favorite channels!! thank you so much for giving these kids a good home, i wish the world had a million of you.
Somehow, as a single man across the globe, who does not like coffee; I was so happy they had your favourite caramel macchiato thing in stock! These vlogs provide such a burst of happy, joyful energy, even if they're very caffeinated ;P
Some how , as a single man across the globe , who does not like coffee / l was so happy they had your favourite caramel macchiato thing in stock / These vlogs provide such a burst of happy , joy ful energy , even if they're very caffeinated / P
I am 79, all my 9 children are grown, and have given me Grandkids and great grandkids......I live my past life through you...in all your shopping. ALthough I admit, I was never able to buy as much fresh fruit as you do, or ice cream products. I love shopping with you......You getting groceries, makes me smile, as you most generally say "this is for ---------, and __________likes this......It is always giving me a smile!!! Have a wonderful week.....See you next time. YOU are loved!! Bev in Maine
I suspect this is a German thing, but when we go shopping and know we are buying a lot, we take laundry baskets in the shopping cart to help. After paying, we put the stuff right back into the baskets at the checkout. Loading into the car is then much faster, because you only have to load the filled laundry baskets and carry them out of the car again when you get home. Especially if you have bought so much, this saves a lot of time and patience, because you do not have to rummage the individual things out of the car, but already collected in the baskets. Also, a tip for breakfast. In Germany, instead of bags, we use reusable lunch boxes that are washed in the dishwasher. These are so much more climate friendly. It's not meant to sound unkind, but especially with such a large family, it would also be good to pay attention to the ecological footprint. You do this with your great reusable coffee mug after all, why not use more reusable things like this?
I don't have any kids but I love how you and your husband make the kids feel welcome and you're always picking out their favorite foods and doing wonderful things for them even their birth parents😭😭
As someone who grew up in foster care I wish my foster mom was like you, you’re an absolute angel and it makes me so happy to see what you do for your family ❤️❤️❤️
@@jacqueliennobel4321 You should find someone to talk too with all that hate and judgement, or are you jealous that you didn't get treated like these children... I didn't but I'm happy they are safe and well.
i absolutely love these vlogs. they satisfy my inner desire to buy tons of snacks, drinks, ice cream, and fruit. Maybe some people can relate, but growing up we didn't get anything but the bare essentials and maybe a special cereal or berries if we were good. the shopping vlogs are a comfort, especially when you pick out each kids favorite, things they want to try, and things that are comfort/safe foods.
Putting groceries away is the worst part for me! You have such awesome time management and get so much done in such a short amount of time! Your family is blessed to have you! I find it incredible that in each of your trips you see something that one kid likes and you think of them and will grab it for them! So many large families don't seem to take individual preference into consideration and while I understand it keeps things simple, it's always nice to feel heard and be recognized and have those things we enjoy as individuals! For smaller families it's pretty normal to grab a candy bar or ice cream etc for each kid but I haven't seen it as the norm for large families other than yours. I love it and I'm sure your kids will grow up and really appreciate that you know how they like their sandwiches and what flavor of drink they're into as an individual and not just a group! I say this as someone who has food issues with textures and flavors and aversions and how much it's meant to me through my life when someone other than my mom and dad took the time to remember and not judge me for choosing to starve over trying the new thing. Thank you for saying fed is best BC I personally know that I'll go without before venturing into the scary food world, I wish more ppl would have your outlook! 💜
Putting groceries away is the worst part for me / You have such awesome time mangement and get so much done in such a short amount of time / Your family is blessed to have you / l find it incredible that one each likes and your trips you see something that in each of your trips you see something that one kid likes and you think of them and will grab it for them / So many large families don / t seem to take individual preference into considerarion and while l understand it keeps things simple , it's always nice to feel heard and
be recognized and have those things we enjoy as individuals / For smaller families it's pretty normal to grab a candy bar or ice cream etc for large families other than yours . I love it and l / m sure your kids will grow up and really appreciate that you know how they like their sandwiches and what flavor of drink they're into as an individual and not just a group / l say this as someone who has food issues with textures and flavors and aversions and how much it's
Hi Alicia, I love your shopping vlogs. it is very interesting to see how different grocery shopping is outside of Europe. It is fascinating how many semi-finished and ready-made foods we can find in stores. For example, grated cheese. in my country in ordinary shopping chains we can find a maximum of 150g package of grated mozzarella or parmesan. For me, coming from a country that is very interested in recycling, it is very surprising that you only have one trash can in the kitchen and almost everything you buy in the grocery store is wrapped in plastic. I have 6 trash cans in the kitchen for sorting waste. that's why I like your vlogs so much. It is fascinating to watch your life and your love for all your children. You are an amazing mother.
😂🤭 I know right? I literally hate grocery shopping, so order online delivery, but I am addicted to watching Alicia shop 🫶🏻 We don’t have a 1/4 of these in Oz.
When I tell you I feel like I’m grocery shopping with my mom I mean it❤️ You are a super hero! I grew up in a family of 7 being my moms right hand girl with shopping,Cleaning and cooking. You’re ability to find joy and calm in the storm we call life is remarkable❤️
When l tell you l feel like l / m grocery shopping with my mom l mean it / You are a super hero / l grew up in a family of 7 being my moms right hand girl with shopping , Cleaning and cooking . You / re ability to find joy and calm in the storm we call life is remarkable /
Why not just buy reusable cups for the kids and use dinner plates instead of the paper ones it’s easy just to wash plates in the sink instead of all the plastic going into the environment
YAY caramel macchiato was FINALLY in stock!! And the cereal for Jordan?,OMG I bet he is so happy about that!! Well Alicia you said to us,your viewers,Thank You for constantly supporting the channel and staying/being positive,but I wanted to THANK YOU for ALWAYS being a breath of fresh air! Your positive attitude is Infectious!! From one mother to another I appreciate your grind!! The fact that you take care of so many children and a whole household and you do it with a constant smile on your face,well its inspiring really.. You have all of these great recipe's that you share and it makes life a little more simple/easy..I use those recipes!! You and Josh are raising these kiddos that aren't biologically yours,you are not only giving them a better life,but a chance at a future!! You are giving them a beautiful childhood with amazing memories that they most likely wouldn't of had otherwise.. You are loving them and teaching them how to be great individuals and allowing them to be themselves and have fun but be serious when necessary.. You are providing every single aspect in life for them and that is what makes yall GREAT!! Who knows if you and Josh would have ever conceived biological children,maybe BECAUSE you adopted Alex you were given that beautiful gift!! All I know is that NO MATTER WHAT ANYONE HAS TO SAY ABOUT YOU ALL I AM HERE FOR THE LONG HAUL!! I appreciate what you do for ALL of your children, biological or not I don't see those kiddos as who is blood and who isn't,I see them ALL as Dougherty's.. Thank You Alicia for sharing all that you do,you are an inspiration to me and many others.. #TeamDougherty🧡
Just a friendly suggestion: Buy each child a reusable stainless steel water bottle & a filter for the faucet & Brita pitcher for fridge. Will save money & the environment. 🥰
@@vickisorrells523 Sadly, some recycling centers are so overwhelmed at times, that they have to ship (by boat), the overflow to other countries for handling. Somehow, they mysteriously disappear before reaching shore. ☹️
@@spongebobandplanktonshould2920 Alicia should do a video of her giving to the food bank .. it would be great to see because food banks need lots of help ..
@@candicedennis2445 yeah I would love to see that but most of the time you're not allowed to record in those areas without written permission due to privacy. Which sucks...
I love how you go really early in the morning to go grocery shopping even after going on vacation! Also I love how you donated the food you had at the rental.
Alicia, I'm curious as to why you don't redirect your energies into having a home extension built so that the children aren't crammed into small bedrooms? I know your revenue is mainly from grocery shopping but the same amount of money could be gained by shopping at the DIY shops or from being sponsored as you design and choose everything you need. All this money you spend on transient things could go towards a more user-friendly home for both you and Josh and the children whilst helping the kids see the benefits of saving towards things of substance. You could still continue with your 'food safety' and 'food choices' lifestyle and yet provide some much needed space.
You can smell the pineapple on the bottom, and it should smell sweet, and if it's getting yellow. Hope that helps. I also buy greener bananas because they last longer. I might buy one or two ripe ones we can eat the next day for breakfast.
I love how you guys donated all the excess food from vacation! Also was SO GIDDY over the fact that you commented on my short the other day, legit made my day, so thank you!!!
i’m a 26 year old only child with no kids, but your videos are so soothing. i lost my mom on January 2nd of this year to stage four bone cancer and you remind me of her. you have different exteriors and ways of doing things, but the same love and passion for your kiddos. my mom was my best friend and she did everything in her power to keep me comfortable. i’m very mentally ill and physically “handicapped” and hard to take care of, but she did it until the very end. thank you for loving your 12 kids with your whole heart and thank you for sharing your journey with us. love.
I wish people understood how much food it requires to feed 14 people plus guests! You have to think about breakfast for 14, lunch for 14, dinner for 14, snacks for 14, random treats to make each child feel special for 14, plus random items you need for daily function and overall health and wants/ needs. I don’t understand how people don’t get why she has to grocery shop so often. Anyways love your channel. ❤️🙇🏼♂️
I used to have to stop and make emergency store stops because I ran out of something, and there were only 3 of us! Sometimes there's an unexpected rush and I run out of baby carrots in 2 days. sometimes I have to make carrot soup so they don't go to waste. times that by 14? amazing!
@@raisingcubs7915 Well how about you feed your family the way you feed them and she does the same. You’re not a foster/ adoptive mother i am assuming? So you have no idea what connection these kids have to certain foods. Plus a lot of them have mental ailments. Stop being so judgemental. Don’t like it? Don’t watch.
My barely verbal 2 year old son LOVES watching you grocery shop with me. He comes to me asking “box fun?” When he wants to watch because of all the boxes he sees on the shelves and because he’s having such fun watching and who can blame him? I love watching too. He also names foods he sees and knows while watching like “cookie” and “eggs” so he also gets to practice talking. 😁 P.S He cries when the videos end. He loves you so much.
i saw people complaining why did you buy to much. As a single adult i understand why, i have food issues and i over order just in case my food wants change and then i have it. it was so cool you donated the extra too
Yes it’s so hard to explain food issues/food aversions and food pickiness. Plus the after effects of Food being withheld as an infant. I want my kids to know they will ALWAYS have food and they never need to worry again.
@Lori Smith Why are you so negative? You are entirely too old to be trolling on a persons page, picking arguments with commentators. You need to evaluate yourself a bit more. As women, creators nor commentators we should be lifting each other up. You could have save more by switching to a better attitude.
@Lori Smith tell me what behaviour of them is so concerning that you have to make those children away from their foster parents they grow and love with? Instead of nitpicking small things, how about like you said prioritize the kids? You can see them getting love in this family and well fed. If your "concern" is about the spending, go say the same thing to other TH-camrs buying $5000 luxury bags and vlog for views
I want to say I was very wrong about you and your family .I would like to apologize.you are a fantastic couple .I live in Ireland the kindness and love you give your kids is unbelievable .you will have great blessings from God
I know you grow your own tomato 🍅 but I would plant the seeds off all the peppers you buy and once they fruit plant again and again I get a great crop with peppers chilli and tomatoes year after year. I love your channel. 🇬🇧
never imagined my 17 year old self to love this channel so much!!! I admire your entire family and I’m glad your kids receive the type of love that they deserve. it’s really cool and interesting seeing how much of everything you need and I just love it so much!!!!
From someone who lives in a tropical country: you know the pineapple is ready to eat when it's color is yellow, a green pineapple still needs a couple more days to be ready to eat, so its goes like this: green = sour / yellow = sweet, you even can smell the sweetness of the pineapple when they turn yellow
The one son of yous that carried in the gator aid was so cute and the one that said organic kiwi he never heard of that before was just so precious all your children are just so sweet can't but help loving them
Love your family and I am obsessed with your grocery hulls ! As a large family our selfs you always give me great ideas for meal plans . - lots of love from your NY friends !
I absolutely love the way you grocery shop, especially the way you show all the great food items, drinks, produce, etc.... Thank you so much. It is wonderful that you can afford to take such great care of your children, I am really impressed. God Bless you and yours and keep up the wonderful mom work you are doing all the time.
I’m always so invested in your shopping videos, it’s interesting to see the difference in stores in America vs New Zealand, I used to work at a produce store here and you are completely correct about looking for yellow spots on watermelon but another good trick is to look for webbing and black spots that tells you that the watermelon is going to be sweet, the black spots is where the sugar has leaked out cause there is so much of it within the melon, I hope you find this useful and I wish your family the best
Being a mom who can keep up with everything and everyone is really a super power. You are a super mom Alicia and your family is a bless, may all ur life be bright no matter how things get difficult. Also this channel made me learn a lot about being a good parent and kid. I am forever thankful 🤲🏼💜
Seeing you go shopping on a Sunday at 6.45am is so alien to me because shops in England have limited opening hours on a Sunday. Usually 10.30am-4pm. I love your channel so much I watch every video, as a 28 year old lady with no children I find it so entertaining for some reason xx
You made me laugh so hard. 🤣 My son (30 yes old with autism & adhd) was with me at the store a few years back. I said oh I forgot the smoke. He nearly lost his mind. MOM!! WE DON'T SMOKE! Explained to him. Use often in cooking for flavor. Not cigarettes smoke. We still laugh about it.
Wonderful to see a post! You always brighten my day, Alicia. You do so very much for your whole family; some of your children may have had a hard start in life, but they really lucked out in finding a home with you. Do NOT let the haters get you down; they are just rather miserable, jealous souls. Love your consistent content so very much.
@@mtndweller55 2 months ago you were asking her to adopt you even though you're 36 years old and you're telling her that your mom I never got you any Christmas gifts.🤦♀️ 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
I wanted to share with you Bacon sliders that I made up using the Hawaiian rolls. I promise it is easy, delicious and you need to at least try it!!! Make some bacon, cut open the roll, add mayo to the top,( rip apart 1 slice of bacon to 1 roll), place it on the roll, add lettuce and you’re got to go! My son has added cheese to his and says it’s good. I have also made bacon and egg sliders as well! Enjoy!
I absolutely love your positive mindset and your message about blocking out the negativity. You truly are an incredible person Alicia and a true inspiration! A positive mindset is everything! On a side note: We buy green bananas too! My partner will only eat them green and I like the over ripe ones. They do last a lot longer!! Hope y’all have a great first week back from vacation!!! 🥰🥰🧡🧡
@@nancylowery4504 are you suggesting she should not buy what her family eats? Go comment on someone’s videos that is buying $5,000 luxury handbags. Not a mother loving 12 children. Unreal.
Why would you even care how much she spends? I don’t understand. She could spend thousands every week and it would have no effect on you. Celebrities spend thousands everyday on shoes and purses and outfits they wear one time. A foster mom buys a lot of food for her family and that’s your concern.
You can see a good pineapple at it´s colour. It should be between golden-brown and brown. (e.g. the colour of the inner circles at the bottom of the pineapple you bought) as well if the leaves aren´t that close to the fruit anymore. Greetings from Germany.
Hi, just wondering if you ever go to the Dollar store for items? You can find a lot of what you need for so much cheaper..like your glue, extention cords fruit cups, pasta etc. No shade, just a money saver for sure!
HELPFUL HINT....... When buying meats.... If you find meats that are a set price for that meat (example:: chicken for 13 bucks a pack) look at the weight of each pack because some packs are heavier then others for that same price. A lot of people do not look at the weight.
There is a trick with wegmans. If you go on their website on your phone and put in that wegmans location and search your item it will tell you which aisle it is in the store or if it’s even at that location 😊 I use it all the time at my location
Is it cheaper to buy this at a grocery store or Costco and Sams? I know you have to watch prices at big box store because they are more expensive for some things. I was curious about your opinion.
Why don't you ask your older kids to come with you that way each one of you takes care of a category and you meet at the register and you'll be done in 30 min
I always look to see how many pounds of berries you buy for your family, and I doubt mine could handle the limited quantities. Of course, I do try to hit the orchards and farms and buy in season and freeze for later in the year. To that end, we actually had a peach cobbler today from peaches I preserved before my vacation. No shame in doing what you are doing at all, just adding a bit of perspective from where I was when raising my kids to what I'm doing now to teach them about eating seasonally. I have my fellas for Sunday dinner each week. Today we had pasta because I was in the middle of canning tomato sauce and pickles - I didn't have the energy for another recipe. We discussed our plan for next week, and we are doing a creole shrimp and clam boil, since I just returned from Louisiana and brought consumable souvenirs. I first heard about the Doughertys on Love What Matters, and then you showed up on my You Tube feed. You are so committed to doing a good job raising all the kids God has given you, and your kids seem to be happy and healthy. My twins (and my nephew who frequently joins us) are all on the spectrum, so life around my house is anything but dull.
Hi Alicia, another fantastic Vlog. Just to let you know you pull the centre leaf out of a pineapple to see if it's ripe, not the bottom. Stay safe all of you xxx, ❤️
Welcome home ,I think everyone missed your food shop vlogs ,my wee girl is so excited to see what your family does for upcoming Halloween 🎃👻🎃 and Christmas 🎄☃️🎄 for 12 kids and all your other family members have a blessed weekend Absolutely disgusted to see someone on here commenting on your vlogs apparently has a you tube channel practically shouting at you for buying water and having a go because you bought kids water bottles etc ,this person who apparently said over a thousand ppl sent him your shopping vlog from Ocean city had far too much too say in my opinion he has no idea about your lives only what you guys want to show .
I admire how calm and loving you are with all your kids I am the same age as you and I have 3 loving kids I have MS fibromyalgia and a brain tumor you keep me positive thank you ❤
Love yr channel. Wonder about why you don't buy "flats" of canned goods & huge containers of condiments etc from Sam's?? Know there's a reason but can't figure it. Thx
It is true regarding the pineapples , if a leave give way after you have pulled one it ie ripe. Melons , squeeze the bottom and if it is soft then they are ripe. Love watching your family and how they get along with each other x
The difference between US shops and Germany ones is huge! I've never seen such huge portions of meat/cheese/milk and so on. It's like a Discovery channel with a very sweet lady as a narrator for me 😄
Actually you pull the top leaves of the pineapple. If it pulls out it's ripe. Plus the yellow color and if it smells sweet then you've got a ripe pineapple. 🍍 Glad y'all had a good time at Ocean City.
Question, why grab stuff like the shower curtain hangers and the outlet at wegmans? Why not just shop at Walmart for everything? Or is our wegmans different here? Because it is crazy! Expensive
Just wondering about the music playing in the store, have u had any copyright issues from TH-cam? My husband has a channel and we have to mute clips if he has music playing on Sirius XM playing in the background.
🧡 Have a very blessed and happy day everyone!! We are all blessed to be able to watch videos from The Dougherty 's lives! Everyone of them are amazing especially Momma (Alicia) because she is the heart of the home! If we could all support one another and build each other up than tear each other down, the world would be a better place for all our children and grandchildren! 😊💜💚💛🧡💜💚🧡💜💚💛🧡
My favorite videos are of you shopping, so peaceful and relaxing. 😌 Pregnant with my first baby and you’re such a good role model and mom to look up to!!
I'm gonna keep watching your videos and rooting for your success!! These comments are so harsh from strangers though, makes me sad for them, they see minutes of your life and respond so hatefully. So I'll keep watching and keep telling you how wonderful you and your family make me feel, kindness and determination are always showing. Thanks again for sharing your family with us.
@Lori Smith watching a video or two and leaving a comment means we’re obsessed? How about you go find something productive to do instead of spewing hate for no reason?
I feel like I’m with you shopping !!! The early fresh air! The sun peaking ! The smell of the morning😩❤️🙏😊💖 it must be a nice and wakening vibe! SHOPPING IS MEDITATION! after you were done ✔️ YOU LOOKED relieved and relaxed ! Like you said❤️❤️ mrs DoC Everything will be alright
I can’t believe James didn’t get up to help you shop 🤣🤣, I bet the food bank loved you gift of food, I bet you made lots of people have a great day 🤍🫶🏼🤍🫶🏼
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i’m 21 with no kids but this has quickly became one of my favorite channels!! thank you so much for giving these kids a good home, i wish the world had a million of you.
sameeee but im 23
Mine to sweetie 💕💕
literally same here
Yep I live in the uk I just love this family
same, I’m also 21 and looove this channel🤩
Somehow, as a single man across the globe, who does not like coffee; I was so happy they had your favourite caramel macchiato thing in stock!
These vlogs provide such a burst of happy, joyful energy, even if they're very caffeinated ;P
💯💯💯 facts 💯💯💯
Truth!
Some how , as a single man across the globe , who does not like coffee / l was so happy they had your favourite caramel macchiato thing in stock / These vlogs provide such a burst of happy , joy ful energy , even if they're very caffeinated / P
I am 79, all my 9 children are grown, and have given me Grandkids and great grandkids......I live my past life through you...in all your shopping. ALthough I admit, I was never able to buy as much fresh fruit as you do, or ice cream products. I love shopping with you......You getting groceries, makes me smile, as you most generally say "this is for ---------, and __________likes this......It is always giving me a smile!!! Have a wonderful week.....See you next time. YOU are loved!! Bev in Maine
I suspect this is a German thing, but when we go shopping and know we are buying a lot, we take laundry baskets in the shopping cart to help. After paying, we put the stuff right back into the baskets at the checkout. Loading into the car is then much faster, because you only have to load the filled laundry baskets and carry them out of the car again when you get home. Especially if you have bought so much, this saves a lot of time and patience, because you do not have to rummage the individual things out of the car, but already collected in the baskets.
Also, a tip for breakfast. In Germany, instead of bags, we use reusable lunch boxes that are washed in the dishwasher. These are so much more climate friendly. It's not meant to sound unkind, but especially with such a large family, it would also be good to pay attention to the ecological footprint. You do this with your great reusable coffee mug after all, why not use more reusable things like this?
Youre a smart cookie. Its good to not be so wasteful. She doesnt read comments tho
I don't have any kids but I love how you and your husband make the kids feel welcome and you're always picking out their favorite foods and doing wonderful things for them even their birth parents😭😭
As someone who grew up in foster care I wish my foster mom was like you, you’re an absolute angel and it makes me so happy to see what you do for your family ❤️❤️❤️
What she does for her fam is getting them overweight.. giving them Hartburn ..diabetes..and shall i go on...????
@@jacqueliennobel4321 don’t come on my comment with your negativity please, have a good day
That's a very nice comment, Tia. 👍 Agree!
@@tia2059 Don't know about you ...but I live in a free country :P
@@jacqueliennobel4321 You should find someone to talk too with all that hate and judgement, or are you jealous that you didn't get treated like these children... I didn't but I'm happy they are safe and well.
i absolutely love these vlogs. they satisfy my inner desire to buy tons of snacks, drinks, ice cream, and fruit. Maybe some people can relate, but growing up we didn't get anything but the bare essentials and maybe a special cereal or berries if we were good. the shopping vlogs are a comfort, especially when you pick out each kids favorite, things they want to try, and things that are comfort/safe foods.
💛💛💛😄😍😍😍 similar here 😁
Same here!
Same
same here 🙋🏻♀️🙋🏻♀️
I always think the same thing. it's like comfort watching.
Putting groceries away is the worst part for me! You have such awesome time management and get so much done in such a short amount of time! Your family is blessed to have you!
I find it incredible that in each of your trips you see something that one kid likes and you think of them and will grab it for them! So many large families don't seem to take individual preference into consideration and while I understand it keeps things simple, it's always nice to feel heard and be recognized and have those things we enjoy as individuals! For smaller families it's pretty normal to grab a candy bar or ice cream etc for each kid but I haven't seen it as the norm for large families other than yours. I love it and I'm sure your kids will grow up and really appreciate that you know how they like their sandwiches and what flavor of drink they're into as an individual and not just a group! I say this as someone who has food issues with textures and flavors and aversions and how much it's meant to me through my life when someone other than my mom and dad took the time to remember and not judge me for choosing to starve over trying the new thing. Thank you for saying fed is best BC I personally know that I'll go without before venturing into the scary food world, I wish more ppl would have your outlook! 💜
Putting groceries away is the worst part for me / You have such awesome time mangement and get so much done in such a short amount of time / Your family is blessed to have you / l find it incredible that one each likes and your trips you see something that in each of your trips you see something that one kid likes and you think of them and will grab it for them / So many large families don / t seem to take individual preference into considerarion and while l understand it keeps things simple , it's always nice to feel heard and
be recognized and have those things we enjoy as individuals / For smaller families it's pretty normal to grab a candy bar or ice cream etc for large families other than yours . I love it and l / m sure your kids will grow up and really appreciate that you know how they like their sandwiches and what flavor of drink they're into as an individual and not just a group / l say this as someone who has food issues with textures and flavors and aversions and how much it's
Hi Alicia, I love your shopping vlogs. it is very interesting to see how different grocery shopping is outside of Europe. It is fascinating how many semi-finished and ready-made foods we can find in stores. For example, grated cheese. in my country in ordinary shopping chains we can find a maximum of 150g package of grated mozzarella or parmesan. For me, coming from a country that is very interested in recycling, it is very surprising that you only have one trash can in the kitchen and almost everything you buy in the grocery store is wrapped in plastic. I have 6 trash cans in the kitchen for sorting waste.
that's why I like your vlogs so much. It is fascinating to watch your life and your love for all your children. You are an amazing mother.
I never thought that watching someone else shop would be so addictive 😂😀🤣 thanks 🙏🏻
me too☺️☺️☺️
i love them and Harlee is my stress reliever☺️
😂🤭 I know right? I literally hate grocery shopping, so order online delivery, but I am addicted to watching Alicia shop 🫶🏻 We don’t have a 1/4 of these in Oz.
Saaammmeee
I never thought that watching someone else shop would be so addictive / / / thanks /
When I tell you I feel like I’m grocery shopping with my mom I mean it❤️ You are a super hero! I grew up in a family of 7 being my moms right hand girl with shopping,Cleaning and cooking. You’re ability to find joy and calm in the storm we call life is remarkable❤️
When l tell you l feel like l / m grocery shopping with my mom l mean it / You are a super hero / l grew up in a family of 7 being my moms right hand girl with shopping , Cleaning and cooking . You / re ability to find joy and calm in the storm we call life is remarkable /
Why not just buy reusable cups for the kids and use dinner plates instead of the paper ones it’s easy just to wash plates in the sink instead of all the plastic going into the environment
They are not connected to the country seywer system yes thats why they are use paper plates
How awesome that you donated all the food to the food shelter. Just awesome 🙌
YAY caramel macchiato was FINALLY in stock!! And the cereal for Jordan?,OMG I bet he is so happy about that!! Well Alicia you said to us,your viewers,Thank You for constantly supporting the channel and staying/being positive,but I wanted to THANK YOU for ALWAYS being a breath of fresh air! Your positive attitude is Infectious!! From one mother to another I appreciate your grind!! The fact that you take care of so many children and a whole household and you do it with a constant smile on your face,well its inspiring really.. You have all of these great recipe's that you share and it makes life a little more simple/easy..I use those recipes!! You and Josh are raising these kiddos that aren't biologically yours,you are not only giving them a better life,but a chance at a future!! You are giving them a beautiful childhood with amazing memories that they most likely wouldn't of had otherwise.. You are loving them and teaching them how to be great individuals and allowing them to be themselves and have fun but be serious when necessary.. You are providing every single aspect in life for them and that is what makes yall GREAT!! Who knows if you and Josh would have ever conceived biological children,maybe BECAUSE you adopted Alex you were given that beautiful gift!! All I know is that NO MATTER WHAT ANYONE HAS TO SAY ABOUT YOU ALL I AM HERE FOR THE LONG HAUL!! I appreciate what you do for ALL of your children, biological or not I don't see those kiddos as who is blood and who isn't,I see them ALL as Dougherty's.. Thank You Alicia for sharing all that you do,you are an inspiration to me and many others..
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Just a friendly suggestion:
Buy each child a reusable stainless steel water bottle & a filter for the faucet & Brita pitcher for fridge. Will save money & the environment. 🥰
I believe she recycles.
@@vickisorrells523 Sadly, some recycling centers are so overwhelmed at times, that they have to ship (by boat), the overflow to other countries for handling. Somehow, they mysteriously disappear before reaching shore. ☹️
@@susiesmith2852 $100?
@@tas22222 😮
@@susiesmith2852 Yep.
I love that you donated the leftover food!! You're a Blessing ❤
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I was wondering what you would do with it. Great!
It's not the first time Alicia did that though. 😉 She donates food frequently.
@@spongebobandplanktonshould2920 Alicia should do a video of her giving to the food bank .. it would be great to see because food banks need lots of help ..
@@candicedennis2445 yeah I would love to see that but most of the time you're not allowed to record in those areas without written permission due to privacy. Which sucks...
I love how you go really early in the morning to go grocery shopping even after going on vacation! Also I love how you donated the food you had at the rental.
She left it at the rental for them to donate though
@@99slimexig17 how u kno
i love this channel so much its literally therapeutic for me. You can really tell she loves being a mom im gonna go cry
Alicia, I'm curious as to why you don't redirect your energies into having a home extension built so that the children aren't crammed into small bedrooms? I know your revenue is mainly from grocery shopping but the same amount of money could be gained by shopping at the DIY shops or from being sponsored as you design and choose everything you need. All this money you spend on transient things could go towards a more user-friendly home for both you and Josh and the children whilst helping the kids see the benefits of saving towards things of substance. You could still continue with your 'food safety' and 'food choices' lifestyle and yet provide some much needed space.
You can smell the pineapple on the bottom, and it should smell sweet, and if it's getting yellow. Hope that helps. I also buy greener bananas because they last longer. I might buy one or two ripe ones we can eat the next day for breakfast.
I love how you guys donated all the excess food from vacation! Also was SO GIDDY over the fact that you commented on my short the other day, legit made my day, so thank you!!!
Yea she didnt donate anything.
@Katie. Do you know the owner?
@@KatTheTruth it seemed like they worked out the donation with the owner though.
When buying a pineapple, I always pull the leaves at the top. If it comes out real easy than it's ripe.
I'm so intrigued and relaxed by these grocery shopping videos!
So glad you are home safe from your wonderful holiday!!! You do such an awesome job Alicia and Josh, what an inspiration!! Have a great week ahead.
Love watching you shop, it’s very relaxing ❤️
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@@DoughertyDozen hi u only need to buy flour tortilla for quesadillas n Monterey jack cheese ,snapple juice, corn tortilla for tacos
Relaxing ?? It stresses me out 😥
i’m a 26 year old only child with no kids, but your videos are so soothing. i lost my mom on January 2nd of this year to stage four bone cancer and you remind me of her. you have different exteriors and ways of doing things, but the same love and passion for your kiddos. my mom was my best friend and she did everything in her power to keep me comfortable. i’m very mentally ill and physically “handicapped” and hard to take care of, but she did it until the very end. thank you for loving your 12 kids with your whole heart and thank you for sharing your journey with us. love.
I wish people understood how much food it requires to feed 14 people plus guests! You have to think about breakfast for 14, lunch for 14, dinner for 14, snacks for 14, random treats to make each child feel special for 14, plus random items you need for daily function and overall health and wants/ needs.
I don’t understand how people don’t get why she has to grocery shop so often. Anyways love your channel. ❤️🙇🏼♂️
Now I watched the end of this vlog and am debating deleting this comment 😂
I used to have to stop and make emergency store stops because I ran out of something, and there were only 3 of us! Sometimes there's an unexpected rush and I run out of baby carrots in 2 days. sometimes I have to make carrot soup so they don't go to waste. times that by 14? amazing!
I do the same for a family of 11 plus family/friends and we shop once a month. It can be done but not when buying this much processed food.
@@raisingcubs7915 Well how about you feed your family the way you feed them and she does the same. You’re not a foster/ adoptive mother i am assuming? So you have no idea what connection these kids have to certain foods. Plus a lot of them have mental ailments. Stop being so judgemental. Don’t like it? Don’t watch.
@@susiesmith2852 Yet you’re on her video watching. Weirdo behavior
My barely verbal 2 year old son LOVES watching you grocery shop with me. He comes to me asking “box fun?” When he wants to watch because of all the boxes he sees on the shelves and because he’s having such fun watching and who can blame him? I love watching too. He also names foods he sees and knows while watching like “cookie” and “eggs” so he also gets to practice talking. 😁
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He cries when the videos end. He loves you so much.
my heart just melted a little 💖
Awww that is so sweet 🙃🙂🙃🙂
i saw people complaining why did you buy to much. As a single adult i understand why, i have food issues and i over order just in case my food wants change and then i have it. it was so cool you donated the extra too
Yes it’s so hard to explain food issues/food aversions and food pickiness. Plus the after effects of Food being withheld as an infant. I want my kids to know they will ALWAYS have food and they never need to worry again.
@@DoughertyDozen you're doing great. Just ignore them. They will always try to find something to complain about.
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@@DoughertyDozen I couldn't agree more
Same, I would rather have too much than not enough.
It is absolutely amazing of you to donate all of the food you had left. You’d be surprised at how many ppl you just blessed 😇
@Lori Smith Why are you so negative? You are entirely too old to be trolling on a persons page, picking arguments with commentators. You need to evaluate yourself a bit more. As women, creators nor commentators we should be lifting each other up. You could have save more by switching to a better attitude.
@Lori Smith tell me what behaviour of them is so concerning that you have to make those children away from their foster parents they grow and love with? Instead of nitpicking small things, how about like you said prioritize the kids? You can see them getting love in this family and well fed.
If your "concern" is about the spending, go say the same thing to other TH-camrs buying $5000 luxury bags and vlog for views
@Lori Smith feeding kids is concerning behavior? You need a hobby.
I want to say I was very wrong about you and your family .I would like to apologize.you are a fantastic couple .I live in Ireland the kindness and love you give your kids is unbelievable .you will have great blessings from God
Very cool of you to apologize. Sometimes we all judge too fast.
Your so generous it makes me happy to think you donated the food you left behind in Ocean city xx
I love watching you put stuff away and organizing pantry
I know you grow your own tomato 🍅 but I would plant the seeds off all the peppers you buy and once they fruit plant again and again I get a great crop with peppers chilli and tomatoes year after year. I love your channel. 🇬🇧
Great idea…. And have the kids help. Teach them to be self sufficient
I love that you donated what was left and that cereal is awesome! I hope you made a full parasailing video I’ve been watching for it lol
Parasailing was canceled she said becuase of the wind if I'm not mistaken 😐 😒 🙂🙃🙂🙃
@@caseymariedaniels6941 they did it a different day because of the weather
For your tuna lover. Make tuna melts, just spread tuna on half bagel and top with slice of American cheese. Toast In oven until cheese melts.
never imagined my 17 year old self to love this channel so much!!! I admire your entire family and I’m glad your kids receive the type of love that they deserve. it’s really cool and interesting seeing how much of everything you need and I just love it so much!!!!
From someone who lives in a tropical country: you know the pineapple is ready to eat when it's color is yellow, a green pineapple still needs a couple more days to be ready to eat, so its goes like this: green = sour / yellow = sweet, you even can smell the sweetness of the pineapple when they turn yellow
I love your grocery hauls !! So relaxing and gives me new meal ideas thank you
The one son of yous that carried in the gator aid was so cute and the one that said organic kiwi he never heard of that before was just so precious all your children are just so sweet can't but help loving them
Happy to be positive, I like to share in your family antics and know your kids are having amazing childhood experiences. xx
AMEN! 💛💛💛
I 100% agree about blocking out the negativity! You have the 12 BEST reasons for staying positive!!
Yes Alicia positive vibes only! The only way you can be or have negativity in your life is if you allow it! Love it and your family 🧡
Love your family and I am obsessed with your grocery hulls ! As a large family our selfs you always give me great ideas for meal plans .
- lots of love from your NY friends !
I absolutely love the way you grocery shop, especially the way you show all the great food items, drinks, produce, etc.... Thank you so much. It is wonderful that you can afford to take such great care of your children, I am really impressed. God Bless you and yours and keep up the wonderful mom work you are doing all the time.
@DanaRoseLMSW meanwhile that acme store in OCNJ is like wow! We had a booming week last week!!
Me.. I’m the one who needed to hear that today. To stay positive and let the negative go. Thank you!!
I’m always so invested in your shopping videos, it’s interesting to see the difference in stores in America vs New Zealand, I used to work at a produce store here and you are completely correct about looking for yellow spots on watermelon but another good trick is to look for webbing and black spots that tells you that the watermelon is going to be sweet, the black spots is where the sugar has leaked out cause there is so much of it within the melon, I hope you find this useful and I wish your family the best
Well I find it useful thanks so much now when I get my watermelon today I will hopefully get a very sweet one 😋 thanks thanks and thanks 😊
Being a mom who can keep up with everything and everyone is really a super power. You are a super mom Alicia and your family is a bless, may all ur life be bright no matter how things get difficult. Also this channel made me learn a lot about being a good parent and kid. I am forever thankful 🤲🏼💜
Seeing you go shopping on a Sunday at 6.45am is so alien to me because shops in England have limited opening hours on a Sunday. Usually 10.30am-4pm.
I love your channel so much I watch every video, as a 28 year old lady with no children I find it so entertaining for some reason xx
Are you serious? You guy's have limited shopping??? I'm sorry 😞 But hey at least we are all blessed to be able to shop right!!! Have a wonderful day 😊
The krusteaz almond poppyseed and Betty crocker cinnamon streusel muffin mixes are the best! Highly recommend both
The Dougherty’s are back from a great vacay. Loved all the videos. Thanks for taking us along.
You made me laugh so hard. 🤣
My son (30 yes old with autism & adhd) was with me at the store a few years back. I said oh I forgot the smoke. He nearly lost his mind. MOM!! WE DON'T SMOKE! Explained to him. Use often in cooking for flavor. Not cigarettes smoke. We still laugh about it.
So cute
Wonderful to see a post! You always brighten my day, Alicia. You do so very much for your whole family; some of your children may have had a hard start in life, but they really lucked out in finding a home with you. Do NOT let the haters get you down; they are just rather miserable, jealous souls. Love your consistent content so very much.
so lucky to find a home with a woman who drinks white claws like they are oxygen in a home full of kids with history of trauma and FAS 🥴
@@mtndweller55 go head girl, tell us you need attention. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@mtndweller55 2 months ago you were asking her to adopt you even though you're 36 years old and you're telling her that your mom I never got you any Christmas gifts.🤦♀️ 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
@@mtndweller55 you are so cringy and creepy
@@jamiek09 I mean drinking alcohol when se has kids from alcoholic families is a nogo.
I wanted to share with you Bacon sliders that I made up using the Hawaiian rolls. I promise it is easy, delicious and you need to at least try it!!! Make some bacon, cut open the roll, add mayo to the top,( rip apart 1 slice of bacon to 1 roll), place it on the roll, add lettuce and you’re got to go! My son has added cheese to his and says it’s good. I have also made bacon and egg sliders as well! Enjoy!
I absolutely love your positive mindset and your message about blocking out the negativity. You truly are an incredible person Alicia and a true inspiration! A positive mindset is everything!
On a side note: We buy green bananas too! My partner will only eat them green and I like the over ripe ones. They do last a lot longer!!
Hope y’all have a great first week back from vacation!!! 🥰🥰🧡🧡
@@nancylowery4504 are you suggesting she should not buy what her family eats? Go comment on someone’s videos that is buying $5,000 luxury handbags. Not a mother loving 12 children. Unreal.
@@nancylowery4504 actually no one cares about your opinions. So you're just wasting time and energy for no reason.
@@nancylowery4504 this
Why would you even care how much she spends? I don’t understand. She could spend thousands every week and it would have no effect on you. Celebrities spend thousands everyday on shoes and purses and outfits they wear one time. A foster mom buys a lot of food for her family and that’s your concern.
@@nancylowery4504 why do you care? Are you paying for their food? Go worry about yourself.
You can see a good pineapple at it´s colour. It should be between golden-brown and brown. (e.g. the colour of the inner circles at the bottom of the pineapple you bought) as well if the leaves aren´t that close to the fruit anymore. Greetings from Germany.
I also wonder if the employees are like “oh Lord Sharon, look, here comes that lady that uses all those carts” 🤣
Omg love you guysss
I wander if they want to run it would be fun to watch
Hi, just wondering if you ever go to the Dollar store for items? You can find a lot of what you need for so much cheaper..like your glue, extention cords fruit cups, pasta etc. No shade, just a money saver for sure!
Your vacation looked so FUN !!!!!
HELPFUL HINT.......
When buying meats....
If you find meats that are a set price for that meat (example:: chicken for 13 bucks a pack) look at the weight of each pack because some packs are heavier then others for that same price.
A lot of people do not look at the weight.
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Love the ASMR of the packaging- those chip bags ahhhh. Thanks for being you, Alicia.
Me too!
There is a trick with wegmans. If you go on their website on your phone and put in that wegmans location and search your item it will tell you which aisle it is in the store or if it’s even at that location 😊 I use it all the time at my location
I do that with my Walmart app. Been shopping there for years and still don’t know where anything is lol
Is it cheaper to buy this at a grocery store or Costco and Sams? I know you have to watch prices at big box store because they are more expensive for some things. I was curious about your opinion.
Watching you doing this is so much happiness 😊 🙂 respect to you ❤
Why don't you ask your older kids to come with you that way each one of you takes care of a category and you meet at the register and you'll be done in 30 min
What do you use the brown lunch bags for if each child has their own lunchbox? Serious question 🤔 thanks!
I always look to see how many pounds of berries you buy for your family, and I doubt mine could handle the limited quantities. Of course, I do try to hit the orchards and farms and buy in season and freeze for later in the year. To that end, we actually had a peach cobbler today from peaches I preserved before my vacation. No shame in doing what you are doing at all, just adding a bit of perspective from where I was when raising my kids to what I'm doing now to teach them about eating seasonally. I have my fellas for Sunday dinner each week. Today we had pasta because I was in the middle of canning tomato sauce and pickles - I didn't have the energy for another recipe. We discussed our plan for next week, and we are doing a creole shrimp and clam boil, since I just returned from Louisiana and brought consumable souvenirs. I first heard about the Doughertys on Love What Matters, and then you showed up on my You Tube feed. You are so committed to doing a good job raising all the kids God has given you, and your kids seem to be happy and healthy. My twins (and my nephew who frequently joins us) are all on the spectrum, so life around my house is anything but dull.
Hi Alicia, another fantastic Vlog. Just to let you know you pull the centre leaf out of a pineapple to see if it's ripe, not the bottom. Stay safe all of you xxx, ❤️
I love how you incorporate all the kids favorite foods!!
You inspired me to do early morning shopping.
Can you do a video showing how to make pumpkin chocolate chip bread please?
You an amazing lady.. I needed that pep talk .. Been down a lot so it helped .. Thank you ❤️
WOOHOO!!!!! ANOTHER NEW DOUGHERTY VIDEO!!!!!! 🥳🥳🥳❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰
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Welcome home ,I think everyone missed your food shop vlogs ,my wee girl is so excited to see what your family does for upcoming Halloween 🎃👻🎃 and Christmas 🎄☃️🎄 for 12 kids and all your other family members have a blessed weekend
Absolutely disgusted to see someone on here commenting on your vlogs apparently has a you tube channel practically shouting at you for buying water and having a go because you bought kids water bottles etc ,this person who apparently said over a thousand ppl sent him your shopping vlog from Ocean city had far too much too say in my opinion he has no idea about your lives only what you guys want to show .
I love the holidays I also can’t wait to see how they celebrate!
Hey was wondering do your kids like white or wheat bread best . My grandchildren are half white half wheat.
I admire how calm and loving you are with all your kids I am the same age as you and I have 3 loving kids I have MS fibromyalgia and a brain tumor you keep me positive thank you ❤
Love yr channel. Wonder about why you don't buy "flats" of canned goods & huge containers of condiments etc from Sam's?? Know there's a reason but can't figure it. Thx
Alicia now we are back to life and reality! Thanks for sharing this! Love this!💙🧡💙🧡
It is true regarding the pineapples , if a leave give way after you have pulled one it ie ripe.
Melons , squeeze the bottom and if it is soft then they are ripe.
Love watching your family and how they get along with each other x
I am so glad I found your channel! You are a wonder to watch all that you do. You're a great cook too!
So much. It makes me want to cry.
Love the weekly grocery hauls ! You are so positive and I love it !
The ripe pineapple test is being able to easily pull out the inside leaves the innermost to the centre. It works well 😊
You and your family are Amazing! May God continue to Bless you 🙏 ❤️
Love the oatmeal bar, going to make one tomorrow. Along with the fruit and other toppings, I'm going to add some walnuts.
Hurrah!! I always love these - I’m from the UK so I love seeing all the different groceries you get in supermarkets over there!!!
We have so many and so much stuff lol I would love to see yalls one day 💕
The difference between US shops and Germany ones is huge! I've never seen such huge portions of meat/cheese/milk and so on. It's like a Discovery channel with a very sweet lady as a narrator for me 😄
@@serpentserpent7820 same for me!
This channel is so awesome
You and your family are special
Thanks for reminding me to block out the negative and focus on the positive. Love your channel
Actually you pull the top leaves of the pineapple. If it pulls out it's ripe. Plus the yellow color and if it smells sweet then you've got a ripe pineapple. 🍍
Glad y'all had a good time at Ocean City.
You are such a blessing to your family and to your viewers. Thank you so much.
Question, why grab stuff like the shower curtain hangers and the outlet at wegmans? Why not just shop at Walmart for everything? Or is our wegmans different here? Because it is crazy! Expensive
Fed is best 💚 Another great shopping haul, Alicia!
Just wondering about the music playing in the store, have u had any copyright issues from TH-cam? My husband has a channel and we have to mute clips if he has music playing on Sirius XM playing in the background.
🧡 Have a very blessed and happy day everyone!! We are all blessed to be able to watch videos from The Dougherty 's lives! Everyone of them are amazing especially Momma (Alicia) because she is the heart of the home! If we could all support one another and build each other up than tear each other down, the world would be a better place for all our children and grandchildren! 😊💜💚💛🧡💜💚🧡💜💚💛🧡
Well said!
My favorite videos are of you shopping, so peaceful and relaxing. 😌 Pregnant with my first baby and you’re such a good role model and mom to look up to!!
I'm gonna keep watching your videos and rooting for your success!! These comments are so harsh from strangers though, makes me sad for them, they see minutes of your life and respond so hatefully. So I'll keep watching and keep telling you how wonderful you and your family make me feel, kindness and determination are always showing. Thanks again for sharing your family with us.
@Lori Smith why are your comments so bitter and hateful?
@Lori Smith watching a video or two and leaving a comment means we’re obsessed? How about you go find something productive to do instead of spewing hate for no reason?
I feel like I’m with you shopping !!!
The early fresh air! The sun peaking ! The smell of the morning😩❤️🙏😊💖 it must be a nice and wakening vibe! SHOPPING IS MEDITATION! after you were done ✔️ YOU LOOKED relieved and relaxed ! Like you said❤️❤️ mrs DoC Everything will be alright
I can’t believe James didn’t get up to help you shop 🤣🤣, I bet the food bank loved you gift of food, I bet you made lots of people have a great day 🤍🫶🏼🤍🫶🏼
Lol #jameshouldgogroceryshoppingagain!
I love your channel I cant stop watching it ❤️❤️
Soooo close to a million followers. ❤️
I had a feeling that extra food would get donated. 🙏