An internet video about a transgender deaf child with cochlear implants has amassed six million views in just two weeks.
The moving film, created by his parents, shows how Ryland Whittington was born a deaf girl and then faced a struggle to find his own identity.
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Helen Robins-Talbot
June 20, 2014
Well done for sharing your video, Ryland sure looks happy.he it truly a lucky young man to have such understanding parents…have a happy life Ryland.
Sam Allen
June 20, 2014
An amazing story and loving family…. wish could know what was said in his speech @ the very end of the clip.
Deborah Jones
June 20, 2014
What an amazing Family you all are, My best wishes for you all and thank you for sharing your story my eyes are truly opened and will stay so because of your story
Anthony
June 20, 2014
Why can’t you say more about this story as hew and his family are an advocate of Cued Speech?
Beth
June 20, 2014
wow, very moving, he has amazing parents.
natalie
June 21, 2014
awwwwww bless you all in the family, the main thing is hes very happy!! I respect you all. so amazing story. all my loves!! xx
Clare
June 22, 2014
Wonderful parents to really listen and act on their child’s feeling. I truly believe that some are born one sex with the brain of another. Have a wonderful life Ryland, may it be all you dream of and more.
mjfahey
June 22, 2014
Healthy Handsome and Happy says it all! Who can argue with that…
Angie
June 23, 2014
Thank you for sharing your story. I have shared a similar experience with my daughter who is now 32. It’s good that people can be happy and be accepted and loved for who they truly are.