I Became a Single Dad for 36 HOURS
2022 ж. 18 Қаз.
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I thought I could do it all on my own. I was wrong.
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As a single mom, one more time! I appreciate you recognizing us!!!! 🙌
I have so much respect for you!!
my mom was a single mom but she used to beat us up a lot. The truth is, single parents have it tough and seem to let all their anger at their kids.
What she said. Appreciate you!
You are freaking amazing
Single mom? This is all sahm 24/7!!!
Only spent 100+ hours creating this video lol. Hope you all like it! Now let’s help some single parents out!! ❤
Yes let’s do it!
Hey Matt I really love your content your an amazing creator keep it up
Love this vid keep up the great work guys ❤
I LOVE YOU DUDES SO MUCH ❤❤❤❤❤
Love this vid!!!
I realize the "not help" part of the challenge can be very real for many single parents. But even as a stay at home mom, having a community of people around me who can step in and help when I need it is vital got my sanity and allows me to be the best mom I can be. To all parents out there, don't do this alone. Even if you are away from family and friends, seek out family groups and community. 💕
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100% agree❤️
Completely agree! It’s really hard to when single parents, or any parent really, but especially single parents, have to work and then have to pay so much of that hard earned money to pay someone to take care of their kiddos just so they can work. Everyone needs a community no matter what kind of parent you are. And no one is going to be able to do all the things all the time! It’s just not realistic. So all the parents out there, single or not, know whatever you can realistically get done in a day is a win. Sometimes dishes or laundry have to pile up a bit to get work done or other important things. It will all eventually come together and things do get a bit easier as they get older.
As a single dad since my children were 2-years and the other 2-months, I appreciate that you're acknowledging all the work us single parents have to do. I would note, however, that we do sometimes get help from family if we have any, or good friends, if again we have any. Also, with your (at least suggested) income, you'd likely have set something up with a babysitter by this point if really in this situation, even if just a few hours while working.
I have no help. Even when he gets sick I have to take off of work
@@jasmincass573 As a single father with no other family, I know that situation, but I was talking in general. MOST single parents have siblings, parents, or close friends who can help. We are a small percentage of single parents, so I didn't focus on our predicament.
This is actually pretty accurate of a single parents life. Thank you so much Matt for shining the light on how hard and chaotic it can be. We love our kids though, and they are definitely worth it. ❤
The commitment to filming it all is most impressive! Both things by themselves are a big enough job!
You’re too kind! Hope you enjoyed it!
@@MattandAbbyi love u guys!
Best video you’ve ever uploaded buddy!! Seriously the editing is amazing. P.s. I’d have failed after an hour so well done 😂🎉
Thank you so much!!!
hiiiii i love both ur channels!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@@grungegirl3770 no u
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Why doe Matt never wear a shirt
I'm a single mom of 2. My baby is the same age as griffin. Your video made me feel much better about myself bc sometimes I fall asleep with a full sink of dishes and I feel lazy and down for it, but your video confirmed I shouldn't be so hard on myself bc I'm actually doing ALOT all day long. I'm sure if I saw myself on video all day I'd feel like a super woman. I know Abby is very greatful to have such a hands on dad.
Start vlogging
Should have called Dallin for backup… 😅
I would love to see that video! 😂
Two boys under control with a baby - what could go wrong @DELLA VLOGS 😂
Omg yes!! We would love to se that duo! 🤍😜
Hello
@@sissychihuahua9980 hi 🤍 lol
I think the fact that you are giving back to single parents is incredible and makes me love you both even more! Being a single mom was not easy when my son was a babe but you just make it work some weeks I slept 6 hours but where there’s a will there’s a way! I love that you both support each other! ❤
Get it girl.
Absolutely right. You just make it work somehow someway. God bless you.
Your story is amazing! I love being a dad so much, but some days can be so tough. Then I think about single parents and I literally don’t know how you do it. You’re incredible!
Thank you for making this video and making me feel seen. I’m a single mom of 3 kids (recently divorced after 13 years of marriage). I have my kids almost all of the time and my youngest is 2 years old and I’ve had to start working now. Some days at the end of the day at midnight or after, I just collapse into bed and don’t know how I could possibly do it all again tomorrow. But I’m thankful and grateful that I was chosen and GET to raise these amazing, beautiful kids :) I teared up watching your video ❤️
I'm a teenager, I have massive respect for you all.Being a single parent isn't easy.
Ah wow! I cannot even imagine! That is real sacrificial love right there for your children! I have so much respect for you
Your perspective is very inspiring! I'm seriously so impressed by you and all the single parents out there. I have so much respect
Thank you! ❤️
Thank you so much!! ❤️
matt totally nailed the dad look
After watching this video, I have a ton more respect for single parents out there!
Right? You just don’t think about everything they have to do in a day!
My was a single mother with 4 kids. She had us as a black woman in medical school. I next level have no excuses
I was raised by single mom along side my grandma but seeing my mom just raise me idk how single parents raise their kids by themselves is just badass to me ❤❤❤❤
I was a single mom for a long time. It's hard but you just figure it out. If your baby is throwing up that much try feeding him every 4-5 hrs or an Oz less at a time. The more he throws it up, the more you have to feed him. Just some mom advice, do with it what you want. :) You're doing a great job.
@@MattandAbby ya
I can’t imagine being a single parent. So much respect. Also, Matt you crushed that 36 hours! Props
As a child of a single parent household, I absolutely love how you guys are doing such a sweet act with this fundraiser. Love you guys!
My dad raised my brother and I from the time I was six and my brother was nine when my mom passed away so this video and fundraiser means so much. Thank you for bringing awareness! ❤️
I absolutely love y’all and yalls channel! I can’t wait for all the awesome memories that will come! You both are incredible parents that deserve the best!!!
Single parents definitely deserve all the credit in the world. It’s ridiculous all they do and don’t get a break. And also even just moms. Cuz a lot of them tend to do more of the duties. I love how Matt appreciates all Abby does to. ❤️
wow this is so cool! not just you upgrading ur editing game but constantly pointing out how much single parents deserve so much more recognition. also, dads out there (men in general) could learn a lot from you, you're doing the bare minimum but when the majority of men dont even bother trying to do better, we need to applaud rare exceptions like you! much love to you, griffin & abby ❤️
You know watching this video made me cry at the very end when he said that we're going to donate as much money to The Single parent it just reminded me so much about how my mom used to go hungry so she could feed me for like several days and she had to work about three jobs, I'm actually really happy that you guy's are grateful enough to do the single parent fundraiser because me and my mom were actually we're almost homeless.
You did great Matt! All of the duties of parenting, plus putting the video together, and organizing a charity donation! I'm just a stranger on the internet but I'm proud of you! And Abby of course!
You guys never fail to impress us!
They put a baby in a closet which you should NEVER DO it’s a major cause of SIDS from the parents sticking a baby that’s constantly swaddled and flipped over and behind! It has the movement of a newborn and no facial expressions over 3 months! They are the example of crap parenting! I’m humiliated fir the grandparents!!
@@Thelastlazy wtf
I appreciate the little editing things that you do! Like adding time stamps in the corner of the screen and subtitles when we can't see people talking, etc. Also the garlic sriracha chicken looked good!
You both are such good partners. This shows how hard single parents have it and we shouldn't take them for granted.
You guys are such a good team. I hope you enjoyed taking the role as a single dad and I bet you appreciate Abby even more 😂 You guys are so cute and baby griffin is literally sooooo cute’ ❤
100% it was so eye opening doing literally everything by myself
@@MattandAbbyALL DADS, SHOULD DO THIS, FOR REAL!!!!
@@MattandAbby yes you dumbass YOU STUCK A NEWBORN IN A HOT NO AIRFLOW CLOSET WRAPPED!!! That’s A MAJOR BOZO MOVE! CLOSETS ARE BIG ON KILLING BABIES FROM SIDS YOU NEVER DO THAT AND US CPS WORKERS KNOW ITS FROM LAZY PARENTS THAT WANT TO SLEEP AND NOT HEAR THEM CRYING! YOU ARENT FOOLING EVERYONE YOU 2 DO THINGS ALL THE TIME THAT ARE JUST HORRIBLE!
I have missed you guys! So glad to see everyone doing well. No worries I totally get it. I was very blessed not to be a single parent, and shout out to all the people that are or have been... You rock! Love you guys! ❤️
Single mom here, and yes it’s so hard but so rewarding 💕 so donating to help people like me is so loving and fantastic of you and everyone who chooses to do so too 🥰🥰🥰
My mum died 4 years ago and my dad has been incredible. Him being a single parent, raising 2 kids and trying to run a business! Mad respect for my dad and all the other single parents!! ❤❤❤
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My husband was killed in Baghdad in 2005, leaving me an almost 3 year old. I totally understand what the single parent grind is like. Help him out however you can-in small & big ways.
@@kristenkaz3080 I'm so sorru for you
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I donated!! I’m so happy that I was able to to that right now! I haven’t always been in the position to help….honestly I’ve gotten help from multiple charities years ago, I would have to go to pantries to feed my kids but thank god were all doing well right now & don’t have to worry about where our next meal is coming from…. Seriously thank god!!!!
I’m a single mom and I work remote full time without child support. I lived alone for the first 6.5 months of my daughters life and how I rent a room from someone. I moved from ca to az a year ago because baby daddy (who I’ve known forr 12 years) didn’t want to be a dad and I couldn’t afford ca on my own. My sister was at ny daughters birth with me. Thank you for shouting out us single parents! It’s nice to feel noticed!
your such a good dad i’m so proud of you! i just started watching you guys about a year ago no regrets clicking on that first video! now you and abby have a beautiful baby boy i’m so proud of you guys! hope griffin is safe he obviously is y’all are amazing parents
I absolutely loved watching this. I think you've done some hardwork and genuinely you and Abby are doing amazing balancing everything. Can't wait to watch more of you guys together.
“Dad’s gotcha, it’s ok” melted my heart! He’s such a great dad!! Love you and Abby’s channel!! Y’all both are such great parents!!
I love this! I can’t wait to see Abby’s versions of this! Matt is gonna need a break soon!
loved this video! I've been a mom of 5 kids with a husband who worked out of state for weeks at a time. It's so important to acknowledge the difficulty single parent families face. you bet I donated!
This is one of my fav videos ❤thanks for taking the time to put together this video and filming the craziness that is parenting ❤ always so refreshing to see someone so positive and smiley in Situations that are stressful to be positive in lol
Thank you so much Matt. You have always been there for Abby and that shows how much of a great couple you are! Lots of love from Australia 🤍💗
even more love from australia 💕 ❤😊
@@jelliautbnoob.7415 🥰
After following you for who knows how long, I do think this is your best video yet! Loved every minute of it! It did stress me out when you were up until 1 AM working and deciding if you should go to sleep or not. I was like, “Matt! You need to go to sleep! It could be unsafe for your baby tomorrow if you’re so tired.” Relieved when you made the decision to go to bed. Love you guys so much!
I just want to say this is amazing challenge you did to get insight on what others go through I lost my husband 2 years ago and we have four beautiful kids together ranging from age to 16 to 9 life has been tough since my husband passed away I work non-stop plus I'm a mom and take care of my house and the biggest thing that's been hard is financially I've taken a hit since losing him as well so even you wanting to help people put food on their table is absolutely amazing because I in the situation I'm in now can barely put food on my table and sometimes I sit around wondering how I'm going to feed my kids I work non-stop but bills overcome everything so you guys being willing to do this is amazing and I have a lot of respect for you both I have actually been in a super dark place and watching your videos and how upbeat and amazing you guys are is truly a blessing and helps me a little bit getting a better mindset just thank you for all you do and watching this gives me a tiny bit of hope that maybe things will get better for me and my kids sooner rather than later
Seriously proud of you guys for making this an awesome fundraiser!! Good on you guys! God bless!
We can tell when you throw your heart and soul into the videos and that makes it so much more meaningful to consume. Keep it up!
So happy for you two, shout out to all the single parents out there - you've got this!
One day I stumbled upon your videos and decided to watch because Matt resembles one of my favorite actors. I became mesmerized by your guys's journey and I'm constantly checking for new content. Thank you guys for being so genuine and for sharing it with the world! 😺
this made me emotional after y’all showed the 7th feeding at 4am. i can’t imagine having to do this by myself. your a champ for getting through this matt! & to every single parent out there- WOW YOU GUYS ROCK!!
Personally think this is your best video guys!!! Love your family and how real y'all are
I so appreciate that! Thank you!!
Thank you for doing this fundraiser for single parents! My mom raised us as a single mom + is now raising her two grandkids. You did an amazing job ❤
It’s so beautiful that your fundraising before the thanksgiving! Loved watching the video! So proud of you guys!
New & single mom here, you guys are awesome!! Just the fact that you guys recognize that and bring awareness to it, is amazing! And so wonderful of y’all to help single parents!! Also, y’all are doing an incredible job! Such a beautiful family 💜
Shoutout to all the single parents!!!! You are stronger for the struggle. You can do it !!👍👍👍
I really appreciate this video Matt! My dad has been a single dad to me and my sister for 6 years now I mean I am obviously older now but when it started I was 10 and my sister was 2 or 3 at the time my mother left us. She started to not care shortly after my sister was born and then two/three years later she left. My dad took us and wanted and still wants the best for us he is the best dad and works his a** of to give us the best live possible. He definitely could have needed some help over the years. Therer were nights he came home and did everything like an alive zombie just did his tasks and worked till he finally got sleep. I hope he knows how thankful I am and I love him for every single minute he was there, because he wasn't just there he was present and had a plan for us. This video hit different because it reminded me how much he really did all the time and how absolutely shi**y it is to leave your kids cause you somehow decide that you aren't a kids person anymore. I do not miss my mom anymore actually but I did and in the beginning it was so hard on me and my dad had to deal with me and my emotions too and I am still sorry for all he had to go through my mother was toxic af and she was extremely aggressive to all of us. Now I see it but back that I loved her and I couldn't understand why my dad was angry and stressed even though I was 10. Ok I am so sorry I think I have unfinished stuff I will stop telling my whole life story now 😅 sorry Buy thank you Matt! 😊 (OH and sorry for my English if there any mistakes I am not a native speaker)
Wow, thank you so much for sharing and you did very well with English ❤️
It's 3 am on the east coast while I'm watching this and it's literally the only quiet time I get once my 8 yr and 1 yr old twins go to bed. Being a single mother has come natural to me. Yes, having help when I get it rarely is nice but I've done it so long on my own it's not something I worry about. I'm so glad you made this video.
10000/10 to you Matt!!!! This really is you guys' best video ever...the content, the editing, the voice-over... everything is just perfect and very inspiring!!! and salute to all single parents out there!!
okay first off great job Matt!! i was raised by a single mom, i'm 17 now, and i have a ton of respect for single parents. Y'all really know how to do it all!! everything else aside though... can we just take a moment to respect that not only did Matt have to go about his life, take care of Griffen, and help Abby... but he also had to set up the camera probably hundreds of times just to get these shots so that we get to watch this video. SERIOUS RESPECT DUDE
I am 20 seconds in and the editing on this video is incredible! Love the music, cuts, voiceover. 10/10
Amazing video! It’s hard to explain to those who have not been on Mat leave or who are SAHM how intense your day is and why simple tasks can be tough to tackle. But, omg it is so worth it! I wouldn’t change my baby for the world. Great content!
Hehe. I loved it!! I really appreciate your sacrifices!
Love this! And as a first time mom of a 3 month old, I love how relatable your content is. Y’all have a beautiful family 😊
Thank you!
Thank you for the amazing vlog. You are amazing father. Very rare to see the father role taking over to help mother. This is called a team work. God bless you n your little family. ❤️
Thank you guys for recognizing the hard work of single parents, and parents in general! I am no where near parenthood, but it is my dream to become a great mom some day and you guys showing what it means to be good parents to your child is super awesome! Keep up the great videos please :)
That smile when griffin sees his momma again after 2 days is the most heart melting thing I’ve seen in a long time!😍
You guys are such an amazing channel my mom is a single mom and has raised two teenagers to be so kind .
This video is great! I'm a single/widowed mom to 2 boys and some days I really don't know how I do. Thanks for showing this side of parenting. ❤️ Love and respect to all parents especially if single parents.
I feel seen. And heard. Thank you. I appreciate the recognition, it gets harder for a minute bc no one’s coming home after day 3, then all the sudden around month 3 you catch your groove and it gets better and you also realize how fast they change and stop trying to rush through it.
My heart DROPPED when you said to microwave the milk for FIFTEEN minutes
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@@MattandAbby yeah well he stuck a newborn wrapped in a closet which you should never do because it’s a major cause of SIDS! They do a lot of dangerous neglectful things to this baby!
@@Thelastlazy it wasn't even a closet! If you go back and look if was a bathroom!!! Who does that!!?
@@Thelastlazy putting a baby in a wide closet with good airflow and a monitor is NOT a cause of SIDS. Do not spread misinformation. Many infant sleep experts say to put your infant in the darkest room in the room in your home with a monitor. But of course parents should do what they are comfortable with
It's not easy being a single dad but it can be done. You just have to take advantage of every break you get. You did very well Matt. We are all proud of you and Abby. God bless you all.
I truly love the dedication that this beautiful family puts into their videos and griffin is so so cute and I hope abby is having a great time with her friends because matt on the other hand well you get it
Y’all are just the best parents out there. Also, I think you guys should do more juicy q&a videos those are my favoriteee
It's a lot harder than that. Imagine commuting to work. That night schedule and babysitters while you work and multiple kids and feeding kids and making meals for them. Plus you have emotional support all around. It's a lot harder than you had to do.
I believe it! I definitely had it easier than most single parents
@@MattandAbby yeah it's definitely hard. Especially with special kids where you don't just know that it's over in a few more hours or 18 years but it's a lifetime and it makes taking care of your kids more expensive and the need to build a fund to take care of them even after you pass it's stressful. But thank you for bringing awareness and perspective to a topic that never really gets any light shined on it.
Matt is an awesome father! We love u guys:) ❤
Matt you’re doing amazing!! Really giving dads a run for their money lol! Well done 👏 I’m due my first baby BOY in a couple of weeks. Love watching your videos! 💙🥰
U guys are so nice and thoughtful and are the best parents to griffin , this is also one of the best videos u have ever done ❤
Matt and Abby put sooooo much work into these videos and with a baby im sure its so much harder so can we please just appreciate them and all their hard work.
You guys are such good parents!!!!! ❤
Heyaa! i just wanted to tell you Matt.. You r such an amazing dad! it feels soo nice to see how you are taking care of Griffin!! lots of love !😊🥰
I loved this video SO much!!! The editing, the background music/sounds, the message, 10/10!!
It really got me when Matt dressed up and wore one Addidas sock and the other was Nike. 🤣
I mean this in with admiration but this makes me confident I could be a parent one day. In the sense that you guys are normal people making it work! effort, discipline, responsibility 💕
Great video.... One of the best you guys have made..... I love that you guys reply to all the comments too and thus make your viewers feel like family ❤️❤️
I know this video is old but when I came across this video, it really hit for me. I know my daughter's father is in the picture but I have been playing the single parent role since she was born and it has been extremely difficult. Its especially difficult when I cannot spend enough time with her because I have to work to be able to take care of her and even then, it is still hard. Between my daughter's father and having no family, this has been a very treacherous journey for my daughter and I. Thank you so much for recognizing us!! Recognizing people who are in these types of situations or even situations like mine is so important because of what we have to go through for our little ones.
you guys are literally my favourite KZheadrs! Griffin is literally so cute.💙💙
Literally ❤
Okay 1. Matt that is the most dad outfit I’ve ever seen, very fitting And 2. Ur brother looks like cole labrant ahhaahah
Everyone says that 😂
I’m impressed by the great editing! 😊and it’s so nice that you can appreciate single parents out there too 🥰 Hope you and Abby are enjoying little dude!
I have been following everything you guys do since I saw the video of Abby finding out she was having a second baby. I have literally become apart of your family at this point. So invested in your relationship and family. I love you guys so much.
Im not a single parent, but my husband goes to work everyday and i stay with the kid and lets just say that it’s so hard….. so here’s to stay at home parents keep doing what you’re doing 🙏🏻 and for parents who work im proud of you no job is easy
The editing in this video is just *chef's kiss*😘👌🏻amazing, it made the whole video 10 times funnier.
You two are such good parents. I know you want to keep Griffin on a schedule but if you wait to feed him when he's hungry he will want to wait longer periods and eat more which will keep him full longer and much less vomiting. We used to keep our background kinda loud with tv and things running that it was easier for our son to stay sleeping and not awake so quickly with noises. I hope that helps a bit. Many Blessings your way. 💜
Awe God Bless You for doing this video and the challenge this means so much to me because my mom was a single mother who was sick with MS. I appreciate you both so much
Hey, you guys should try kizik shoes. They are hands-free slip-on shoes. They are really comfy and come in many different colors. So when your baby is sleeping, and you need to go for a walk, you can slip on the shoes and go without binding down to tie them.
Donated! What a great idea!
Thank you so much!!
You did great Matt!!! It is hard doing everything yourself! Even taking a shower!
You guys are awesome and you did a wonderful job! We have two rambunctious boys 3 and 5 only one of us working right now so I can imagine single parents is hard cuz they also gotta worry bout. Child care on top of everything props to you single parent folks!
Lol, I just kept thinking to myself "Matt, buddy, put that kid in a dark & quiet room for his nap??" - and then a whole ALARM went off, omg I died 😅 But he is an actual CHAMPION at staying asleep in your lounge room! Incredible🤣 Very entertaining video (SO much editing!! Well done!!) - My little dude is the exact same age as Griffin and I also have HUGE respect for single parents, that is a tough, tough gig.
I found it’s better to actually not do a dark quiet room and to help them learn to sleep in any environment so you’re not stuck in a bind if you find yourself somewhere unusual during nap time. Just my experience though 😊
You’re the sweetest! And ya Griffin can sleep through literally anything 😂
Putting him on the bathroom floor in his Dock a Tot is much better 🤦♀️
Love this video!! I am a single mom doing it all alone. My daughter is 16 months and I’m pregnant due with another girl in January. Haha 2 under 2. I’m screwed lol but love being a mom so much❤️❤️
Oh my goodness! Congratulations! And I seriously have so much respect for you after doing this challenge
@@MattandAbby you guys are soooo amazing!! I love everything you do!! Cutest little family and how positive you both are. Griffin is so lucky!! What a dream come true it would be to meet you all and have a baby playdate!🥹🥹 keep doing what you’re doing!! You will always have my support and love and I can’t wait to see where your channel goes!! Love you❤️❤️❤️
Donated! You guys are so amazing thank you for being you! Matt you did a great job with this video!
Wow definitely impressed.how much you got done while Abbie was a way. You did an excellent job!!
You did a great job Matt!! Lots of Love from a single mom of a 24 year old mom of a handsome son!!❤🇨🇦❤🇨🇦❤
I hope your son took it easy on you and helped you around the house
@@jasonml3508 he did to a point. We've had our ups and downs but I'm proud of the man he's become!!❤🇨🇦❤🇨🇦❤
I got tired just watching this 😂 you’re such an amazing dad and husband
I love you guys so much!! You guys are amazing parents, and this is probably the best video you’ve made!
Beautiful video Thank u As a mum i can tell u with babies i mostly worried about making dinner or lunch and laundry especially with toddlers The rest i just did whenever i could Thanks for making this video. ❤
you guys MAKE MY DAY