Colleen, Please don’t apologize to us for crying or feeling like you shouldn’t cry. It is so powerful to feel and have emotions and you deserve to showcase that. I’m so sorry that others have tried to bring you down, but you continue to stand and rise above it all. You deserve nothing but love & happiness. Thank you for continuing to advocate for mental health and being such a light to millions around the world. You are appreciated. 💛
Watching the way Kory looks at Wes when we was drumming, you can see the love shining on Wes from Kory in that clip ❤ nothing better than watching friends loving on your babies ❤❤❤
It’s so cool how the years go by so fast. This time last year Maisie and Wesley were finally home together. And Colleen was having a hard time with breast-feeding. But little did the family know, the twins would be putting little sentences together. And Flynn would be in love with bugs, and the color pink. Colleen will still be on tour. And Eric would be there for it all. I love your little family, and all the amazing things that will come in the future!!!
The end of these when colleen reads the comments is like the therapy I never knew I needed. Thank you for being here for us, and thank all of us, for being here for each other. Love you Colleen!❤
Seriously it’s group therapy! When people feel comfortable sharing so openly on the internet it is a real tribute to the wonderful soul who brought us all together.
@@notmyrealname4978 you do realize that JoJo is Jessica’s niece,right? They’re family. What’s creepy is you thinking their relationship is inappropriate.
Colleen, as someone who is diagnosed with ADHD, struggles with 'people-pleasing' tendencies, and gets really emotional whenever someone has even the slightest criticism: I recently found out about rejection sensitive dysphoria. It turns out that feeling like you are (or actually being) criticised or rejected can impact you a lot worse emotionally and mentally than it would someone without RSD. And it is apparently very common in people with ADHD, especially in adults. I thought this might explain why these mean comments hurt so much. This is a quote I saved on my phone from an article I read: "It’s not that people with attention deficit disorder are wimps, or weak; it’s that the emotional response hurts them much more than it does people without the condition." Simple things like someone not liking the food I cooked have the potential to ruin my day... I cannot even imagine having to face nasty and mean comments on the daily, you are so strong❤️ I know it won't take those comments and the pain away, but remember that for every negative comment there are at least a thousand of us who love you and even more importantly: your friends and family, the people who actually know you in real life and judge you on more than just seeing snippets of you in these videos, love you too. Take care, much love, Lisa❤️
Thank you my son has ADHD and there's times he gets really upset and I don't understand why when it's something normally someone wouldn't. This helps me to understand my son more thank you sooo much. Have a good night 💜
Thank you for taking the time to write this out, even though it was intended for someone else I have also potentially learned something new about myself. That quote feels so powerful and really resonates. So thank you again 🫶🏻
Such a good point, thanks for bringing this up. Colleen mentioned this a few months ago and it was the first time I had heard of it. I’m glad you took the time to comment this!
4:02 Wesley says, "I love this!" To playing the drums with the markers. What a bunch of genius babies you have!! Adorable and smart, all of them!! Good job mom and dad 👏 👏 👏
I’m not a big commenter but after watching both yesterdays and todays vlog, I just wanted to say thank you. For your vulnerability, for creating a safe space, and for being authentically you. I could talk for ages about my anxiety and depression or how your videos have gotten me through the hardest moments of my life thus far or all you’ve done to help me start to learn to accept myself and my flaws- but I’ll save that for another day. See you in Cleveland. Xoxo
Colleen, I watched your last TTQ when you responded to negative comments and shared how they affect you. I want to let you know that I haven't been watching for long, I am not a mom and I'm single, and I still feel so connected to you and your content. THAT'S ALL YOU!! You are kind and genuine and I feel that. Your videos make me smile; I release stress from the day and just generally enjoy your humor, voice, stories, etc. Love to you and hope you feel all the positivity in your life.
I’m so happy you got to spend some time outside of the house with Rachel and Jojo. I know you love being around the kids and Erik but I also know being with your sisters is something that is much needed. Us Moms need girl time every once in a while, especially after yesterdays vlog. Love you Colleen! 💜
I started following you because we were both pregnant and had such challenging pregnancies - I never thought anyone would relate to me about how much I hated being pregnant and you helped me so so so much. And even more so now going through the motions of life, you truly better me as a person and I strive to be the mama you are. You inspire me in endless ways. I’m forever grateful I clicked on a vlog of you crying during your pregnancy and expressing true emotions. I really really hope I get the opportunity to go to your shows and meet you some day! ❤️
Tortilla question for Kory! How has the transition from being Kory to Koko been for you? What things have you learned from the kids or from being with the kids?
Hi Colleen! I hear you apologize for crying a lot and I, like you, feel ashamed when I cry. I'm not sure what it is about society that makes us think that showing emotions makes us weak. Showing emotions makes us strong. It shows everyone that we can live with our heart on our sleeve, even in this cruel world, we can still be kind and vulnerable. Thank you for normalizing emotions. You are a light in this world. ❤️
Usually I am a silent watcher, but you are such a big part of my life and my days. Especially from the pandemic to now. A moment of peace for me is actually sitting down and watching one of your vlogs. Right now with how busy the holidays were, I’ve been able to binge so many of them at a time and you and your family never fail to make me smile, laugh and even feel seen due to how relatable you are. Thank you for everything always and never stop being you ❤
I can’t even put into words exactly how much you mean to me, Colleen. You were a light in the middle of my deepest dark; and when I needed it most you were the gateway to youtube for me to be able to “meet” so many other amazing humans through a screen, and that made me feel like I wasn’t alone (when I really really felt alone) Now I watch you and this amazing life you’ve created and I feel like my journey has walked so closely besides yours and continues to do so. You’re a brilliant positive in this huge world, and in millions of individuals’ worlds. We all love you SO much. ❤
The reason I watch your videos daily is because of how open you are and how well I can relate to you. There’s things you talk about that I struggle with and cant talk to anyone about so when you do it’s like getting the talk I actually need. You aren’t alone and thank you for making me feel not alone either. ♥️♥️
Hi Colleen! You have felt like another mother figure in my life for the past 10 years and I think it is all because of how you share your hardest moments in life with us. I never had someone who I could relate to and cry with and you helped me get through high school, and now college. I could not be more thankful. Love you lots, please never stop crying online
never apologise for crying and getting emotional ! you are an amazing woman and mother, you are never alone colleen. some days are going to be harder than others, but you are stronger than those hard days. never be ashamed to show your true self because there are millions of people out there that love and support you ❤️
Just when I needed a vlog to make my day a bit brighter , there it is ! Thank you for being you Colleen you bring a lot of joy to a hard day and even brighter joy to a great day 💛
TTQ …are you ever approached by paparazzi? Especially when you, Rachel and JoJo are out in public? I loved this blog! Thank you for sharing your life with us!
I took my little sister to come see you in Charlotte when you did Miranda Camp what feels like a hundred years ago, and had no idea who you were. Now this year, her and I are going to that same auditorium to not only see Miranda, but also my good friend Colleen who’s videos have gotten me through in the toughest of times. I’m so proud to be a fan, and to be able to experience this full circle moment. Love you and your family so much♥️
I’ve loved watching you for forever. You mean so much to everyone watching. Thank you for showing the funny, happy, sad, and emotional side of life on all your videos. You’ve helped me realize more how my mom feels as a mother who struggles with anxiety and depression and you have no idea how much that means to me.
Colleen, you are so amazing and everyone deserves to unapologetically feel all the feelings you have freely and unabashedly. It's not easy to do that publically but when you do, it inspires others (myself included) to do the same. I love your content and I hope you keep sharing your creativity with us :)
Hi colleen, I never usually leave a comment but i just want to say how much we all appreciate you for being so realistic and open about everything. I struggle with anxiety so watching your videos really help me and make me feel normal that I'm not the only one. So its okay to cry because I know how you feel its better to let it out than keep it bottled up. We love you so much colleen, stay strong.
I love watching Flynn be amazed by the Alexa, when he was mouthing the words after Colleen asked it to do something. He’s so smart and sweet what a good little guy 🥺
Sometimes I forget that I don’t actually know you, you feel like one of my best friends! Your videos are the highlight of my day, I love sitting down with my cup of tea and catching up with you ❤
Colleen and Erik, you two are the absolute best parents ever! The things that Flynn knows, the way he speaks, his love for the outdoors, bugs, etc, is pure joy watching his expression of Alexa, it was soooo cute! I’ve always noticed that you two are so super hands on with your kids, and to each their own when it comes to parenting, but I love your guy’s parents style! For instance, Colleen the video you did for the twins, they love it, the box you made for Wes, the fact you enjoy (?!?) catching bugs with Flynn, the way you guys incorporate learning with fun things! It’s just so beyond refreshing to see such amazing kids and such a very beautiful family!!! Thanks for sharing, love y’all so very much!
I understand the pure joy of Alexa. As the video began my Alexa started popping up the pics being asked for in the video. The fox made me so happy too.
“You are my social life” made me laugh, it was so on point! As a newly non-working SAHM living states away from my friends, I feel the same way! Sometimes when my husband gets home I find myself recounting something you did or talked about as if we had hung out but really I was just watching you while I ate lunch during nap time. Our lunch get togethers are a comforting “social” break and I truly appreciate your content. Thanks, friend. 💜
Feel this so much she my Social life friend every night after husband goes to bed, and I can always sleep better hearing from her.🥰 Thank you Colleen!!
Hi, have you tried having a zoom with your friends where you had a spa day, watched the same movie, or just hung out even with kids around and when you thought of something, you muted to talk to them?
Hi Colleen! Thank you for everything you do. I just wanted to tell you how much these videos and your thoughts mean to me. The last three years I’ve been watching your vlogs, looking forward to them every day. I lived in a very bad household and your videos were one of my only escapes. I’m now living with my wonderful boyfriend, doing so much better, and still watching you every day. I always look forward to your posts and just “hanging out with you” when I watch your videos. You’ve helped me navigate ADHD, depression, and so much more than you’ll ever know. You’re such a special soul! I hope you see this and know how amazing you are.
Life is confusing and hard, people are confusing and hard, but coming here and watching your videos helps me both laugh when I need to and cry when I need to. My past year in 2022 I suffered with an ED and being sent to treatment. Negative thoughts and my brain are still fused at times. Something that helps me is remembering that everyone has insecurities and flaws, it’s not just you. There’s no “right” way to live life, so live the way that makes you happy. I love you🤟
I was diagnosed with OCD and severe Anxiety a few years ago. I was spiraling out of control. My therapist gave me an exercise and it really helps me focus. Imagine all your to-dos are glitters in a bottle of water. It's a lot of glitter to take care of at once. JUST FOCUS ON ONE PIECE OF GLITTER and take care of that task. All others will work out eventually when you have time. ☺️ Your videos have really helped me stay grounded and keep smiling thru the bad days.
Colleen i am a mother of 4 and a single mom at that. I recently had to move from state to state and you have gotten me through the toughest struggles in my life. I was recently sick and got a bad reaction to the medication they gave me and i thought things I shouldn’t. I kept just watching you and cried to know there is people like me to also have depression because its not talked about or its taboo when talked about i love you and I appreciate you thank you for saving me and bringing a light in to my dark hole ❤
I admire how much of a loving mom you are to your kids, it may not seem like a big thing but those cuddles, kisses, and time you give to understand them throughout the day is going to give them such a secure attachment style in the future!
I also have been really sad lately after losing my grandma quite recently. I know how you feel and you never have to apologize to anyone for crying. It’s okay to cry and let it all out. I love your videos so much and they have really gotten me through my hard days. Thank you so much for that! 😊💗
Its so nice to see a big star like jojo being so humble and loke a fun little sister , just like Rachel..sitting in the floor enjoying a meal. No diva behavior or superiority complex. Refreshing.
Colleen, I really hope you see this cuz I wanted to let you know how much you've helped me on this journey of mother hood. On January 3rd I had my first baby my baby boy and it wasn't exactly the ideal experience. I went in for my last ultrasound appointment and ended up being sent to the hospital, having an emergency c-section and my baby being in the nicu. Were home now and getting into the motion of our new life and I never could of imagined postpartum being this hard I've cried multiple times since giving birth felt alone and empty. But because of you sharing and being so open with us it gave me the faith to know things are gonna get better with time, and that I'm not alone in how I feel. Thank you so so much!!!!!!
Thank you for your videos they have really helped me with my mental health. I’m currently in college and struggling with depression because in my family we don’t really talk about mental health, but finally I’m getting the help I need. And you are the big reason for that. Thank you truly so much and lots of love to your beautiful family.
hi collen, this week has been such a struggle for me personally, and i’m glad to know that all of us in the comments are going through it together. this week as i mentioned as been rough as my anxiety got really elevated as something had happened at work that caused me to go into an attack of some sort. it was hard for me to fall asleep that night but after i cried a little, i remembered hearing somewhere recently that i should listen to a song that i know all the lyrics to so i can sing along absent mindedly. this helped me alot and aided me going into sleep. i hope this finds someone who does need to hear this as well because it helped me tremendously. we’re getting through it, and youre doing great. this is an amazing community and nobody who genuinely cares about you, are going to judge you about crying. we are all human and its refreshing to see once in a while from content creators as well. much love to you all.
I love you Colleen, I’ve been following along since like 2017 and your vlogs and videos have seriously become a comfort to me. I watch your videos when I want a break, want to laugh, or honestly just bored. I feel like I know you personally, like we’re close. You’re such a great mom, friend, and wife. Keep doing what you’re doing ❤
Colleen don’t apologize for crying !! Not a mom yet but i can’t wait to be one and i look up to how you raise your children. I watch your videos nightly, it’s a part of my routine now. Routine helps my anxiety and when i get in one of those tough moments your videos are definitely the ones i search for to put on. Keep being amazing ❤
Colleen, I adore you and your family. Its healing to watch how attentive you are to your children and their reality, especially coming from a disruptive and dysfunctional family. Thank you for spreading love and doing gods work just by being you! Really. You are a beam of gods love touching so many people
I am a Momma Bear, like you. I struggled with extreme postpartum with a very sick baby, mostly alone. My husband worked days and would come home at around 11pm and help through the nights with feedings. I only wish I would've had you to watch because what you're doing now would've helped me to get through. It makes me very thankful watching you, knowing that you're there for all of the other moms and dad's out there and for people just struggling. My daughter is now seventeen and we both struggle with depression and anxiety, so thank you for being YOU.❤️
We love you, Queen! Trust and believe you helped so many of us. I moved 5000 miles to a new country right before the panorama and if you hadn't daily vlogged, I would have been a wreck. Depression and anxiety hit me hard and getting to see you online everyday is part of my nightly routine (I have since moved to yet another country so having this routine and seeing you each day is my one constant) ♥️ Thank you x100000000 ♥️♥️♥️
I absolutely love you - I am a silent watcher but I am here to tell you that you mean the world to me and you are my favorite part of everyday. You are such a light in my daily routine - you have kept me sane for about 10 years now. I love you Colleen, Keep being you
TT: Hi Colleen! I love sitting down “with you” at the end of the day and hearing about how you’re feeling. I currently feel like there’s nobody that I can talk to without feeling judged or disrespected, so to know that I can relieve myself even just by commenting is amazing. Thank you ❤
I started watching you when I became a mom (2013) and I saw your show in SD in 2020 and I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU. You are a powerful woman and my role model no matter what. Thank you for always being so open with everything 💜💜💜
Watching your family brings me so much joy. I do not think it is fair that you are apologizing for being a human by showing emotion. You are not a robot. We all battle our own things and knowing we are not alone is such a breath of fresh air. You make me excited to have a family of my own one day and enjoy both the good and the bad days. Keep up the amazing work
Imagine going on your nightly walk and seeing Colleen, Jojo, and Rachel sitting on a dock eating dinner. I feel like I would be so starstruck I would just pop a squat and ask for a french fry LOL. Then later maybe ask for a picture.
Also, imagine being flynn or the twins and not knowing they are in front of so Colleen, Jojo, and Rachel. All super successful, wonderful, beautiful, and hard-working women.
Just cry! Crying brings so much emotional relief and makes you feel so much better. Just letting yourself cry is helping normalize crying. I love you so much Colleen! Don’t ever feel bad about feeling emotional. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
hey Colleen! you’re probably never gonna see this, but I just wanted to say that your videos always make my day so much better and bring me lots and lots of happiness! please keep doing what you love and don’t let haters ruin it for you! we love you so so much!!! ❤️
seeing how open you've been about mental health and sharing some of the comments to us has been very validating for me! i've been dealing with anxiety for years & now recent depression and it's obviously been so tough. your platform is so important and is such a safe space, and i always enjoy turning my mind off to watch you and mentally catch up with you. you're truly the best ♡
Your videos are amazing. I love watching them because not only have I learned a lot about mental health (that could benefit me in coping better) but I have learned a lot more on breast feeding and I haven’t learned a lot about new borns throughout life either so your videos have been so beneficial. I don’t have any kids yet but I have definitely learned more that will help me in the future ❤️❤️ All love & support!!
Colleen I remember a vlog (maybe from when you were pregnant with Flynn) where you said you just couldn’t read the comments because of how horrible they were and how bad they were for your mental health. Then I remember a vlog a few years later that you said you were so thankful for the safe space in your comments and how kind all your viewers are. You didn’t have to give your comment section a second chance, but you did. And it’s because of all of us here who love you and want to share it with you❤️ Try to remember that growth and know that in life there are bad days, just like bad comments but man does the good outweigh the bad. And I hope you see how many good comments outshine those bad. We love you❤ Take care of your mental health and know we will still be here sharing all the love!
Thank you for showing me that it is ok to show emotions and that it is okay to have anxiety. You have helped me with so much. I am really young, but it is good to know that there is someone that has helped me and talks about there feelings. I love you!❤
Colleen, you’re a great mom and human! I almost always watch you on tv but came here specifically to let you know that as a mom who has and is suffering with PPA it’s nice to see someone with a platform share their struggles as it helps me not feel so alone. ❤
It breaks my heart to hear how hard it is for you to even THINK a positive thoughts about yourself! I think you are amazing and so brave Colleen! My husband keeps telling me “I don’t understand why you watch her, you act like you know her but you don’t” THE AUDACITY!! We all know you because you share so openly. You make all of us feel like your besties. THAT alone says how special you are. Chin up bestie ❤
Hello sweet angel! I’m not big on commenting, as I typically watch your videos while I am doing schoolwork because you help me focus. However, I felt the need to tell you how much I admire your openness on topics like your struggles with anxiety and ADHD. I am a senior in high school, and have been diagnosed with the more severe of both. I have been a particularly long journey of healing my mind, body and soul, and you Colleen help me do just that. I relate to you in more ways than any regular person would think possible. Therefore, when I find myself in an ADHD pickle, or an overwhelming anxious moment I always find comfort in knowing that, you to- one of the most incredible, dedicated angels of a human being- experience the same struggles as I do. Thank you Colleen. XO💝
Seeing how you interact with your kids, the love for them and they for you radiates from the screen. Even though that negative internal dialogue toward yourself is strong, they do not have that because you build a safe and loving space for them to explore. So not only do these vlogs make us as viewers feel special, I see the hard work and know those kiddos feel it too. Thank you for sharing with us, we love you
Hey Colleen!! I have never commented on your videos but today is the day. Just want you to know you're absolutely amazing! Me and my best friend are in college right know and sometimes we are so stressed out that the best remedy is to sit, relax and watch your vlogs... We laugh so much and also cry with you on this journey! It's so cute to see the family growing! Lots of love from a little island in Portugal called Madeira
Wesley's awe at the Alexa results is like it's "magic". SO sweet. I'm a senior who has had/has depression & Anxiety. most of my life. Your channel, Rachael, Cory & Jojo helps me see joy is available and I can start to enjoy more & and live my best life More. Of course there were wonderful moments, times, etc, but the illness hurt my life, stopped my growth. I got in my own way growing up and for decades, Not living my best, not close. 👉🏾👉🏾 It's never too late to start though. THANK YOU for being that Mom, friend that helps others and especially the young people who need the help NOW !! Remember :: you do so much, but "" you can't pour from an empty cup.". Take care of Colleen TY
I never leave comments either but ur videos bring me lots of comfort, it is my dream to be a mom one day and seeing you being real and sharing ur stories helps me learn and inspires me to one day be the best possible mom I can be! Love you ❤️ ur kids are so lucky to have a wonderful mom like you!
I love that even though Colleen has the means to buy her kids pretty much any toy they could want, she still takes the time to hand make things for them 💕 Edit to add: I've been going through a health crisis that has gotten REALLY bad as of late....your videos are my grounding spot. I look forward to them because it's like hanging out with a friend just doing normal boring things. It eases the anxiety and intrusive thoughts. Please never stop being EXACTLY who you are.
I tell myself “you have gotten through 100% of your worst days.” Diana I am so sorry you are struggling. Life is so hard with mental illness & it can feel so unfair & hopeless. Our family struggles with mental health a lot. My daughter’s psychiatrist recently said she needs a combo of: therapy, calories from the right foods, 8 hrs consecutive sleep nightly & prescriptions. This is tru for many. I hope you can make yourself a priority. Bless you.
Watching your videos is so comforting!! You can easily make people smile or laugh. I hope you know all of your viewers are with you in this process and we love you!! I can totally relate with insecurities and how uncomfortable you can get! We love you Colleen!❤️
I too am a mom of 2, also a surrogate momma! I have depression and anxiety as well. It’s not easy and my children’s father doesn’t understand it. The surrogacy was so hard because I didn’t have the support I needed from him and I spiraled pretty bad during the pregnancy. I’m almost 2 months postpartum and I’m slowly regaining myself. I’ve been doing therapy every other week since October, and also doing some spiritual things on the side as well. And honestly this past week has been one of the best weeks I’ve had in a Long time. I just wanted you to know that you are definitely not alone! Love watching you and your family flourish! Much love from Canada 🥰
This is 100% my social life. Being a mom is so lonely sometimes and PPD is so real. My son is now 6 and I'm just finally getting back to feeling human again. It takes time. But I was just telling my husband about how when I sit down to work (I'm self employed) I open up my computer to watch you while I work so I can have a friend keep me company, I find myself responding to you when you're asking questions or even freaking out when you are sharing something exciting, and 100% cry with you when you're upset and I wouldn't have it any other way! I wish I could hug you whenever you're upset because I just want you to know you're not alone and I'll always want to listen to you, crying, laughing and everything in between. ❤
I have watched this video a couple times now and I always crack up so much when Rachel tells Abbie that she loves her on the phone and Colleen shouts back that she loves her too 😂 idk why
Colleen u were the only thing that got me through my depression and anxiety. When I was going through it u were going through the same thing, it might have been rough but mowing u were going through the same thing it made me feel less alone. I hope this comment helps you. Love u ❤
long time viewer, first time commenter. Ive watched every vlog since march 2020 and its the best thing to have come out of quarantine. When I have bad days and when im struggling with my emotions, the vlog Is always something I can look forward to. I do feel like we are all friends, even when most of us have never interacted. Just need to say thank you. When the emotions get too much, sometimes a freshly baked cookie and the daily vlog does the world of good.
Let me tell you that the words you shared about making your brain accept kind thoughts really hit home. I only started seeing a therapist once my anxiety got really bad, but being in therapy made me realize that I really need to work on self-compassion. Sometimes I beat myself up about the fact that I have to work on that at all (counter-intuitive, I know) because I have a wonderful partner and a super busy life and so many things to be happy about, but this coming week I think I will really focus on being kind to myself (by eating food, resting, checking my negative thoughts, etc. even thought those things are really hard for me at the moment) because of your words tonight. Thank you, Colleen
Colleen, I want to share something that was taught to me in therapy. Let’s look at the golden rule: treat others the way you want to be treated. If you think about it, this is basically telling us to treat others the way you would treat yourself. If you wouldn’t say something out loud about someone else, you shouldn’t say it in your mind about yourself. You deserve to treat YOURSELF the way you treat others. I know, it’s easier said than done, but as a huuuuge people pleaser-workaholic who experiences guilt over taking care of myself, I found this really helped me frame negative and harmful thoughts and continue on my self love journey. I hope this helps anyone reading, lots of love Colleen and friends :)
I have an abusive mom and watching you be a mom is incredibly important. I’m terrified about my future kids and that I won’t have any help/guidance. It’s something I worry about constantly. And you help with that anxiety and all my other insecurities. Watching you every day helps my depression and PTSD su much. ❤️ Thank you
You NOTICE the need so I think you'll be an aware, wonderful and caring parent. Find and make your own "family, people that nurture YOU, like Coleen and others in your life. Or new. You deserve it !!
I'm going through a breakup right now. And it's been so so rough for me. I just want him back. I just wanted you to know that when I watch your videos it always makes me feel better. Love you so much. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
I completely agree with the comment “you are my social life”! That’s how I feel a lot of the time too ❤️ I love your videos so much. They bring me so much joy and I look forward to them all the time. I never leave comments on videos but just wanted to express how grateful I am that you do what you do ❤️
There is nothing more pure than seeing how much Corey loves the kids. He always looks so proud of them. It’s the sweetest.
*Kory but I agree!
100%
It has got to be so special to see your life long bestie become a mom!!
kory is an amazing guncle 😂
MY alexa kept responding everytime she said ALEXA ahahahaha
Can we just acknowledge Maisy’s incredible attempt to say butterfly?!!!!! Her language is amazing at 14 months!!! You go, baby girl!
Colleen,
Please don’t apologize to us for crying or feeling like you shouldn’t cry. It is so powerful to feel and have emotions and you deserve to showcase that. I’m so sorry that others have tried to bring you down, but you continue to stand and rise above it all. You deserve nothing but love & happiness.
Thank you for continuing to advocate for mental health and being such a light to millions around the world. You are appreciated. 💛
Watching the way Kory looks at Wes when we was drumming, you can see the love shining on Wes from Kory in that clip ❤ nothing better than watching friends loving on your babies ❤❤❤
YES i always here or see him cheering on the kids and like you said. just the way he watches them!
Flynn’s pure joy of the alexa is soo sweet. Colleen and her family are so wholesome and heartwarming! 🥰
That was funny
Mine kept hearing her say Alexa. It even showed me a fox when she said it 🤣
@@sheldonanddonna oh my goddd 😂😂
I agree
@@sheldonanddonna 😂😂😂😂
It’s so cool how the years go by so fast. This time last year Maisie and Wesley were finally home together. And Colleen was having a hard time with breast-feeding. But little did the family know, the twins would be putting little sentences together. And Flynn would be in love with bugs, and the color pink. Colleen will still be on tour. And Eric would be there for it all. I love your little family, and all the amazing things that will come in the future!!!
Like this up!!!
She needs to read this!!!
Boosting so Colleen can read this. Super well said, thank you ❤️
The end of these when colleen reads the comments is like the therapy I never knew I needed. Thank you for being here for us, and thank all of us, for being here for each other. Love you Colleen!❤
Seriously it’s group therapy! When people feel comfortable sharing so openly on the internet it is a real tribute to the wonderful soul who brought us all together.
Amen
Flynn's reaction to Alexa is my new favorite thing, he's so precious 🥺💜
Can we appreciate how good of a friend JoJo is to Colleen ❤
Their friendship is creepy
@@notmyrealname4978 lol what is wrong with you? She’s like a little sister. Get out of here
@@notmyrealname4978 their friendship is like an aunt and a niece....what makes it creepy?
@@jamjars9300 she was like 15 when they met and Colleen was in her 30’s that’s weird
@@notmyrealname4978 you do realize that JoJo is Jessica’s niece,right? They’re family. What’s creepy is you thinking their relationship is inappropriate.
Colleen, as someone who is diagnosed with ADHD, struggles with 'people-pleasing' tendencies, and gets really emotional whenever someone has even the slightest criticism: I recently found out about rejection sensitive dysphoria. It turns out that feeling like you are (or actually being) criticised or rejected can impact you a lot worse emotionally and mentally than it would someone without RSD. And it is apparently very common in people with ADHD, especially in adults. I thought this might explain why these mean comments hurt so much.
This is a quote I saved on my phone from an article I read: "It’s not that people with attention deficit disorder are wimps, or weak; it’s that the emotional response hurts them much more than it does people without the condition."
Simple things like someone not liking the food I cooked have the potential to ruin my day...
I cannot even imagine having to face nasty and mean comments on the daily, you are so strong❤️
I know it won't take those comments and the pain away, but remember that for every negative comment there are at least a thousand of us who love you and even more importantly: your friends and family, the people who actually know you in real life and judge you on more than just seeing snippets of you in these videos, love you too.
Take care, much love, Lisa❤️
Thank you my son has ADHD and there's times he gets really upset and I don't understand why when it's something normally someone wouldn't. This helps me to understand my son more thank you sooo much. Have a good night 💜
Thank you for taking the time to write this out, even though it was intended for someone else I have also potentially learned something new about myself. That quote feels so powerful and really resonates. So thank you again 🫶🏻
Such a good point, thanks for bringing this up. Colleen mentioned this a few months ago and it was the first time I had heard of it. I’m glad you took the time to comment this!
This is a great point, I’ve just found out about RSD too and it does resonate with me
4:02 Wesley says, "I love this!" To playing the drums with the markers. What a bunch of genius babies you have!! Adorable and smart, all of them!! Good job mom and dad 👏 👏 👏
I’m not a big commenter but after watching both yesterdays and todays vlog, I just wanted to say thank you. For your vulnerability, for creating a safe space, and for being authentically you. I could talk for ages about my anxiety and depression or how your videos have gotten me through the hardest moments of my life thus far or all you’ve done to help me start to learn to accept myself and my flaws- but I’ll save that for another day. See you in Cleveland. Xoxo
Colleen, I watched your last TTQ when you responded to negative comments and shared how they affect you. I want to let you know that I haven't been watching for long, I am not a mom and I'm single, and I still feel so connected to you and your content. THAT'S ALL YOU!! You are kind and genuine and I feel that. Your videos make me smile; I release stress from the day and just generally enjoy your humor, voice, stories, etc. Love to you and hope you feel all the positivity in your life.
flynn is such a good older brother!! seeing him give wesley the rocks for sensory was so cute
I’m so happy you got to spend some time outside of the house with Rachel and Jojo. I know you love being around the kids and Erik but I also know being with your sisters is something that is much needed. Us Moms need girl time every once in a while, especially after yesterdays vlog. Love you Colleen! 💜
I started following you because we were both pregnant and had such challenging pregnancies - I never thought anyone would relate to me about how much I hated being pregnant and you helped me so so so much. And even more so now going through the motions of life, you truly better me as a person and I strive to be the mama you are. You inspire me in endless ways. I’m forever grateful I clicked on a vlog of you crying during your pregnancy and expressing true emotions. I really really hope I get the opportunity to go to your shows and meet you some day! ❤️
Tortilla question for Kory! How has the transition from being Kory to Koko been for you? What things have you learned from the kids or from being with the kids?
Oooh can we get a little TTQ with Koko segment? I would love that!
And Eric is a great dad too! Your all amazing!! X
Hi Colleen! I hear you apologize for crying a lot and I, like you, feel ashamed when I cry. I'm not sure what it is about society that makes us think that showing emotions makes us weak. Showing emotions makes us strong. It shows everyone that we can live with our heart on our sleeve, even in this cruel world, we can still be kind and vulnerable. Thank you for normalizing emotions. You are a light in this world. ❤️
Usually I am a silent watcher, but you are such a big part of my life and my days. Especially from the pandemic to now. A moment of peace for me is actually sitting down and watching one of your vlogs. Right now with how busy the holidays were, I’ve been able to binge so many of them at a time and you and your family never fail to make me smile, laugh and even feel seen due to how relatable you are. Thank you for everything always and never stop being you ❤
Same here!!!
I can’t even put into words exactly how much you mean to me, Colleen. You were a light in the middle of my deepest dark; and when I needed it most you were the gateway to youtube for me to be able to “meet” so many other amazing humans through a screen, and that made me feel like I wasn’t alone (when I really really felt alone) Now I watch you and this amazing life you’ve created and I feel like my journey has walked so closely besides yours and continues to do so. You’re a brilliant positive in this huge world, and in millions of individuals’ worlds. We all love you SO much. ❤
You put exactly what Colleen means to me into words
The reason I watch your videos daily is because of how open you are and how well I can relate to you. There’s things you talk about that I struggle with and cant talk to anyone about so when you do it’s like getting the talk I actually need. You aren’t alone and thank you for making me feel not alone either. ♥️♥️
Hi Colleen! You have felt like another mother figure in my life for the past 10 years and I think it is all because of how you share your hardest moments in life with us. I never had someone who I could relate to and cry with and you helped me get through high school, and now college. I could not be more thankful. Love you lots, please never stop crying online
never apologise for crying and getting emotional ! you are an amazing woman and mother, you are never alone colleen. some days are going to be harder than others, but you are stronger than those hard days. never be ashamed to show your true self because there are millions of people out there that love and support you ❤️
Just when I needed a vlog to make my day a bit brighter , there it is ! Thank you for being you Colleen you bring a lot of joy to a hard day and even brighter joy to a great day 💛
TTQ …are you ever approached by paparazzi? Especially when you, Rachel and JoJo are out in public? I loved this blog! Thank you for sharing your life with us!
i was wondering this same thing when they were hanging out on the pier
00:48 i cracked up with the music stopping and her lil laugh just echos SO CUTE REEEEEE
I took my little sister to come see you in Charlotte when you did Miranda Camp what feels like a hundred years ago, and had no idea who you were. Now this year, her and I are going to that same auditorium to not only see Miranda, but also my good friend Colleen who’s videos have gotten me through in the toughest of times. I’m so proud to be a fan, and to be able to experience this full circle moment. Love you and your family so much♥️
well sai Georgia ! You sound so nice and smart.
I’ve loved watching you for forever. You mean so much to everyone watching. Thank you for showing the funny, happy, sad, and emotional side of life on all your videos. You’ve helped me realize more how my mom feels as a mother who struggles with anxiety and depression and you have no idea how much that means to me.
Colleen, you are so amazing and everyone deserves to unapologetically feel all the feelings you have freely and unabashedly. It's not easy to do that publically but when you do, it inspires others (myself included) to do the same. I love your content and I hope you keep sharing your creativity with us :)
Hi colleen, I never usually leave a comment but i just want to say how much we all appreciate you for being so realistic and open about everything. I struggle with anxiety so watching your videos really help me and make me feel normal that I'm not the only one. So its okay to cry because I know how you feel its better to let it out than keep it bottled up. We love you so much colleen, stay strong.
I love watching Flynn be amazed by the Alexa, when he was mouthing the words after Colleen asked it to do something. He’s so smart and sweet what a good little guy 🥺
Sometimes I forget that I don’t actually know you, you feel like one of my best friends! Your videos are the highlight of my day, I love sitting down with my cup of tea and catching up with you ❤
Same
Colleen and Erik, you two are the absolute best parents ever! The things that Flynn knows, the way he speaks, his love for the outdoors, bugs, etc, is pure joy watching his expression of Alexa, it was soooo cute! I’ve always noticed that you two are so super hands on with your kids, and to each their own when it comes to parenting, but I love your guy’s parents style! For instance, Colleen the video you did for the twins, they love it, the box you made for Wes, the fact you enjoy (?!?) catching bugs with Flynn, the way you guys incorporate learning with fun things! It’s just so beyond refreshing to see such amazing kids and such a very beautiful family!!! Thanks for sharing, love y’all so very much!
I understand the pure joy of Alexa. As the video began my Alexa started popping up the pics being asked for in the video. The fox made me so happy too.
“You are my social life” made me laugh, it was so on point! As a newly non-working SAHM living states away from my friends, I feel the same way! Sometimes when my husband gets home I find myself recounting something you did or talked about as if we had hung out but really I was just watching you while I ate lunch during nap time. Our lunch get togethers are a comforting “social” break and I truly appreciate your content. Thanks, friend. 💜
Feel this so much she my Social life friend every night after husband goes to bed, and I can always sleep better hearing from her.🥰 Thank you Colleen!!
Hi, have you tried having a zoom with your friends where you had a spa day, watched the same movie, or just hung out even with kids around and when you thought of something, you muted to talk to them?
So excited! JoJo is the sweetest! It's great you still remain so close, even though your lives are so busy ♡
Hi Colleen! Thank you for everything you do. I just wanted to tell you how much these videos and your thoughts mean to me. The last three years I’ve been watching your vlogs, looking forward to them every day. I lived in a very bad household and your videos were one of my only escapes. I’m now living with my wonderful boyfriend, doing so much better, and still watching you every day. I always look forward to your posts and just “hanging out with you” when I watch your videos. You’ve helped me navigate ADHD, depression, and so much more than you’ll ever know. You’re such a special soul! I hope you see this and know how amazing you are.
Life is confusing and hard, people are confusing and hard, but coming here and watching your videos helps me both laugh when I need to and cry when I need to. My past year in 2022 I suffered with an ED and being sent to treatment. Negative thoughts and my brain are still fused at times. Something that helps me is remembering that everyone has insecurities and flaws, it’s not just you. There’s no “right” way to live life, so live the way that makes you happy. I love you🤟
I was diagnosed with OCD and severe Anxiety a few years ago. I was spiraling out of control. My therapist gave me an exercise and it really helps me focus. Imagine all your to-dos are glitters in a bottle of water. It's a lot of glitter to take care of at once. JUST FOCUS ON ONE PIECE OF GLITTER and take care of that task. All others will work out eventually when you have time. ☺️ Your videos have really helped me stay grounded and keep smiling thru the bad days.
COLLEEN! THE NUMBER OF “Alexa”s 😬😳🤣
My girl would not shut up!
Colleen i am a mother of 4 and a single mom at that. I recently had to move from state to state and you have gotten me through the toughest struggles in my life. I was recently sick and got a bad reaction to the medication they gave me and i thought things I shouldn’t. I kept just watching you and cried to know there is people like me to also have depression because its not talked about or its taboo when talked about i love you and I appreciate you thank you for saving me and bringing a light in to my dark hole ❤
I admire how much of a loving mom you are to your kids, it may not seem like a big thing but those cuddles, kisses, and time you give to understand them throughout the day is going to give them such a secure attachment style in the future!
I also have been really sad lately after losing my grandma quite recently. I know how you feel and you never have to apologize to anyone for crying. It’s okay to cry and let it all out. I love your videos so much and they have really gotten me through my hard days. Thank you so much for that! 😊💗
Jordan and Jake:: sorry for your loss. I bet YOU were such a JOY to your grandma and gave her and others a lot to be thankful for.
Seeing Colleen being brave and reading the comments makes me want to give her a huge hug and tell her that she can do anything ❤❤❤
The way Koko looks at Wes 😍🥰
Its so nice to see a big star like jojo being so humble and loke a fun little sister , just like Rachel..sitting in the floor enjoying a meal.
No diva behavior or superiority complex.
Refreshing.
I'm so glad you went out with Rachel and Jojo!!
Colleen, I really hope you see this cuz I wanted to let you know how much you've helped me on this journey of mother hood. On January 3rd I had my first baby my baby boy and it wasn't exactly the ideal experience. I went in for my last ultrasound appointment and ended up being sent to the hospital, having an emergency c-section and my baby being in the nicu. Were home now and getting into the motion of our new life and I never could of imagined postpartum being this hard I've cried multiple times since giving birth felt alone and empty. But because of you sharing and being so open with us it gave me the faith to know things are gonna get better with time, and that I'm not alone in how I feel. Thank you so so much!!!!!!
I love how much the kids have grown they are all so cute.
Thank you for your videos they have really helped me with my mental health. I’m currently in college and struggling with depression because in my family we don’t really talk about mental health, but finally I’m getting the help I need. And you are the big reason for that. Thank you truly so much and lots of love to your beautiful family.
Colleen you are so brave and strong and we love you. ❤❤
hi collen,
this week has been such a struggle for me personally, and i’m glad to know that all of us in the comments are going through it together. this week as i mentioned as been rough as my anxiety got really elevated as something had happened at work that caused me to go into an attack of some sort. it was hard for me to fall asleep that night but after i cried a little, i remembered hearing somewhere recently that i should listen to a song that i know all the lyrics to so i can sing along absent mindedly. this helped me alot and aided me going into sleep. i hope this finds someone who does need to hear this as well because it helped me tremendously. we’re getting through it, and youre doing great. this is an amazing community and nobody who genuinely cares about you, are going to judge you about crying. we are all human and its refreshing to see once in a while from content creators as well. much love to you all.
you should have kory vlog for you one day. i’d love to see the day through his eyes and see what he does during the day
yes! that would be so fun! or eric vlogs for a day 😂
I love you Colleen, I’ve been following along since like 2017 and your vlogs and videos have seriously become a comfort to me. I watch your videos when I want a break, want to laugh, or honestly just bored. I feel like I know you personally, like we’re close. You’re such a great mom, friend, and wife. Keep doing what you’re doing ❤
Colleen don’t apologize for crying !! Not a mom yet but i can’t wait to be one and i look up to how you raise your children. I watch your videos nightly, it’s a part of my routine now. Routine helps my anxiety and when i get in one of those tough moments your videos are definitely the ones i search for to put on. Keep being amazing ❤
"Crying heals the soul" - coop's advice
this is my favourite quote I have ever heard, crying isn't something you should say sorry for
Colleen, I adore you and your family. Its healing to watch how attentive you are to your children and their reality, especially coming from a disruptive and dysfunctional family. Thank you for spreading love and doing gods work just by being you! Really. You are a beam of gods love touching so many people
I am a Momma Bear, like you.
I struggled with extreme postpartum with a very sick baby, mostly alone. My husband worked days and would come home at around 11pm and help through the nights with feedings. I only wish I would've had you to watch because what you're doing now would've helped me to get through. It makes me very thankful watching you, knowing that you're there for all of the other moms and dad's out there and for people just struggling.
My daughter is now seventeen and we both struggle with depression and anxiety, so thank you for being YOU.❤️
We love you, Queen! Trust and believe you helped so many of us. I moved 5000 miles to a new country right before the panorama and if you hadn't daily vlogged, I would have been a wreck. Depression and anxiety hit me hard and getting to see you online everyday is part of my nightly routine (I have since moved to yet another country so having this routine and seeing you each day is my one constant) ♥️ Thank you x100000000 ♥️♥️♥️
I absolutely love you - I am a silent watcher but I am here to tell you that you mean the world to me and you are my favorite part of everyday. You are such a light in my daily routine - you have kept me sane for about 10 years now. I love you Colleen, Keep being you
TT: Hi Colleen! I love sitting down “with you” at the end of the day and hearing about how you’re feeling. I currently feel like there’s nobody that I can talk to without feeling judged or disrespected, so to know that I can relieve myself even just by commenting is amazing. Thank you ❤
I started watching you when I became a mom (2013) and I saw your show in SD in 2020 and I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU. You are a powerful woman and my role model no matter what. Thank you for always being so open with everything 💜💜💜
Watching your family brings me so much joy. I do not think it is fair that you are apologizing for being a human by showing emotion. You are not a robot. We all battle our own things and knowing we are not alone is such a breath of fresh air. You make me excited to have a family of my own one day and enjoy both the good and the bad days. Keep up the amazing work
Love you Colleen!!!! We appreciate everything you do for us and for your family💕
Imagine going on your nightly walk and seeing Colleen, Jojo, and Rachel sitting on a dock eating dinner. I feel like I would be so starstruck I would just pop a squat and ask for a french fry LOL. Then later maybe ask for a picture.
Also, imagine being flynn or the twins and not knowing they are in front of so Colleen, Jojo, and Rachel. All super successful, wonderful, beautiful, and hard-working women.
And this is why I love Colleen she's real and transparent even reading the comments she connects with us
Just cry! Crying brings so much emotional relief and makes you feel so much better. Just letting yourself cry is helping normalize crying. I love you so much Colleen! Don’t ever feel bad about feeling emotional. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Love u soo much may God bless u and ur family and tell jojo I said May God bless her and keep her and I love y’all soo much
hey Colleen! you’re probably never gonna see this, but I just wanted to say that your videos always make my day so much better and bring me lots and lots of happiness! please keep doing what you love and don’t let haters ruin it for you! we love you so so much!!! ❤️
seeing how open you've been about mental health and sharing some of the comments to us has been very validating for me! i've been dealing with anxiety for years & now recent depression and it's obviously been so tough. your platform is so important and is such a safe space, and i always enjoy turning my mind off to watch you and mentally catch up with you. you're truly the best ♡
Colleen. i would not be here if you werent. you and your videos saved me when i was at my lowest, i love you with my whole heart. ❤
Your videos are amazing. I love watching them because not only have I learned a lot about mental health (that could benefit me in coping better) but I have learned a lot more on breast feeding and I haven’t learned a lot about new borns throughout life either so your videos have been so beneficial. I don’t have any kids yet but I have definitely learned more that will help me in the future ❤️❤️ All love & support!!
Colleen I remember a vlog (maybe from when you were pregnant with Flynn) where you said you just couldn’t read the comments because of how horrible they were and how bad they were for your mental health. Then I remember a vlog a few years later that you said you were so thankful for the safe space in your comments and how kind all your viewers are. You didn’t have to give your comment section a second chance, but you did. And it’s because of all of us here who love you and want to share it with you❤️ Try to remember that growth and know that in life there are bad days, just like bad comments but man does the good outweigh the bad. And I hope you see how many good comments outshine those bad. We love you❤ Take care of your mental health and know we will still be here sharing all the love!
Thank you for showing me that it is ok to show emotions and that it is okay to have anxiety. You have helped me with so much. I am really young, but it is good to know that there is someone that has helped me and talks about there feelings. I love you!❤
Colleen, you’re a great mom and human! I almost always watch you on tv but came here specifically to let you know that as a mom who has and is suffering with PPA it’s nice to see someone with a platform share their struggles as it helps me not feel so alone. ❤
It breaks my heart to hear how hard it is for you to even THINK a positive thoughts about yourself! I think you are amazing and so brave Colleen! My husband keeps telling me “I don’t understand why you watch her, you act like you know her but you don’t”
THE AUDACITY!!
We all know you because you share so openly. You make all of us feel like your besties. THAT alone says how special you are. Chin up bestie ❤
Hello sweet angel! I’m not big on commenting, as I typically watch your videos while I am doing schoolwork because you help me focus. However, I felt the need to tell you how much I admire your openness on topics like your struggles with anxiety and ADHD. I am a senior in high school, and have been diagnosed with the more severe of both. I have been a particularly long journey of healing my mind, body and soul, and you Colleen help me do just that. I relate to you in more ways than any regular person would think possible. Therefore, when I find myself in an ADHD pickle, or an overwhelming anxious moment I always find comfort in knowing that, you to- one of the most incredible, dedicated angels of a human being- experience the same struggles as I do. Thank you Colleen. XO💝
Seeing how you interact with your kids, the love for them and they for you radiates from the screen. Even though that negative internal dialogue toward yourself is strong, they do not have that because you build a safe and loving space for them to explore. So not only do these vlogs make us as viewers feel special, I see the hard work and know those kiddos feel it too. Thank you for sharing with us, we love you
At 4:03 when he’s playing with the markers it sounds like he says “I love … this sh*t 😂😂😂
Hey Colleen!! I have never commented on your videos but today is the day. Just want you to know you're absolutely amazing! Me and my best friend are in college right know and sometimes we are so stressed out that the best remedy is to sit, relax and watch your vlogs... We laugh so much and also cry with you on this journey! It's so cute to see the family growing!
Lots of love from a little island in Portugal called Madeira
Colleen you are honestly one of the best TH-camrs I watch because whenever I feel down your videos really cheer me up and I thank you for that❤
Wesley's awe at the Alexa results is like it's "magic". SO sweet. I'm a senior who has had/has depression & Anxiety. most of my life. Your channel, Rachael, Cory & Jojo helps me see joy is available and I can start to enjoy more & and live my best life More. Of course there were wonderful moments, times, etc, but the illness hurt my life, stopped my growth. I got in my own way growing up and for decades, Not living my best, not close. 👉🏾👉🏾 It's never too late to start though. THANK YOU for being that Mom, friend that helps others and especially the young people who need the help NOW !! Remember :: you do so much, but "" you can't pour from an empty cup.". Take care of Colleen TY
I never leave comments either but ur videos bring me lots of comfort, it is my dream to be a mom one day and seeing you being real and sharing ur stories helps me learn and inspires me to one day be the best possible mom I can be! Love you ❤️ ur kids are so lucky to have a wonderful mom like you!
I love that even though Colleen has the means to buy her kids pretty much any toy they could want, she still takes the time to hand make things for them 💕
Edit to add: I've been going through a health crisis that has gotten REALLY bad as of late....your videos are my grounding spot. I look forward to them because it's like hanging out with a friend just doing normal boring things. It eases the anxiety and intrusive thoughts. Please never stop being EXACTLY who you are.
Sending you love, Diana. I hope it gets better for you.❤💐
I’m so sorry for what you’re going through! Keep finding outlets like people or activities that ground you and make you feel normal like Colleen does.
I tell myself “you have gotten through 100% of your worst days.” Diana I am so sorry you are struggling. Life is so hard with mental illness & it can feel so unfair & hopeless. Our family struggles with mental health a lot. My daughter’s psychiatrist recently said she needs a combo of: therapy, calories from the right foods, 8 hrs consecutive sleep nightly & prescriptions. This is tru for many. I hope you can make yourself a priority. Bless you.
Sending love 💗
When Jojo asks for a high-five and he walks pass by her 😂😂😂😂
so many fun distracting things going on !!
@@KindCountsDeb3773 😂😂😂😂 Yeah
Watching your videos is so comforting!! You can easily make people smile or laugh. I hope you know all of your viewers are with you in this process and we love you!! I can totally relate with insecurities and how uncomfortable you can get! We love you Colleen!❤️
I too am a mom of 2, also a surrogate momma!
I have depression and anxiety as well. It’s not easy and my children’s father doesn’t understand it. The surrogacy was so hard because I didn’t have the support I needed from him and I spiraled pretty bad during the pregnancy.
I’m almost 2 months postpartum and I’m slowly regaining myself. I’ve been doing therapy every other week since October, and also doing some spiritual things on the side as well. And honestly this past week has been one of the best weeks I’ve had in a Long time.
I just wanted you to know that you are definitely not alone! Love watching you and your family flourish!
Much love from Canada 🥰
Flynn is just the cutest and a beautiful soul❤
This is 100% my social life. Being a mom is so lonely sometimes and PPD is so real. My son is now 6 and I'm just finally getting back to feeling human again. It takes time. But I was just telling my husband about how when I sit down to work (I'm self employed) I open up my computer to watch you while I work so I can have a friend keep me company, I find myself responding to you when you're asking questions or even freaking out when you are sharing something exciting, and 100% cry with you when you're upset and I wouldn't have it any other way! I wish I could hug you whenever you're upset because I just want you to know you're not alone and I'll always want to listen to you, crying, laughing and everything in between. ❤
You can add more friendships. Find other Mom's that would be so happy to be your friend and parenting buddy. I bet you can do that !
I have watched this video a couple times now and I always crack up so much when Rachel tells Abbie that she loves her on the phone and Colleen shouts back that she loves her too 😂 idk why
Colleen u were the only thing that got me through my depression and anxiety. When I was going through it u were going through the same thing, it might have been rough but mowing u were going through the same thing it made me feel less alone. I hope this comment helps you. Love u ❤
long time viewer, first time commenter. Ive watched every vlog since march 2020 and its the best thing to have come out of quarantine. When I have bad days and when im struggling with my emotions, the vlog Is always something I can look forward to. I do feel like we are all friends, even when most of us have never interacted. Just need to say thank you. When the emotions get too much, sometimes a freshly baked cookie and the daily vlog does the world of good.
The worst part of social media is the nasty comments and absolutely terrible people. . . You Colleen are an amazing Mum and a wonderful person. 💜💜
Let me tell you that the words you shared about making your brain accept kind thoughts really hit home. I only started seeing a therapist once my anxiety got really bad, but being in therapy made me realize that I really need to work on self-compassion. Sometimes I beat myself up about the fact that I have to work on that at all (counter-intuitive, I know) because I have a wonderful partner and a super busy life and so many things to be happy about, but this coming week I think I will really focus on being kind to myself (by eating food, resting, checking my negative thoughts, etc. even thought those things are really hard for me at the moment) because of your words tonight. Thank you, Colleen
Colleen, I want to share something that was taught to me in therapy.
Let’s look at the golden rule: treat others the way you want to be treated. If you think about it, this is basically telling us to treat others the way you would treat yourself. If you wouldn’t say something out loud about someone else, you shouldn’t say it in your mind about yourself.
You deserve to treat YOURSELF the way you treat others.
I know, it’s easier said than done, but as a huuuuge people pleaser-workaholic who experiences guilt over taking care of myself, I found this really helped me frame negative and harmful thoughts and continue on my self love journey.
I hope this helps anyone reading, lots of love Colleen and friends :)
💜💜💜 I miss the vlogs so much 💜💜💜
I have an abusive mom and watching you be a mom is incredibly important. I’m terrified about my future kids and that I won’t have any help/guidance. It’s something I worry about constantly. And you help with that anxiety and all my other insecurities. Watching you every day helps my depression and PTSD su much. ❤️ Thank you
You NOTICE the need so I think you'll be an aware, wonderful and caring parent. Find and make your own "family, people that nurture YOU, like Coleen and others in your life. Or new. You deserve it !!
I'm going through a breakup right now. And it's been so so rough for me. I just want him back. I just wanted you to know that when I watch your videos it always makes me feel better. Love you so much. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
I completely agree with the comment “you are my social life”! That’s how I feel a lot of the time too ❤️ I love your videos so much. They bring me so much joy and I look forward to them all the time. I never leave comments on videos but just wanted to express how grateful I am that you do what you do ❤️