Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at the age of two, filmmaker Alexander Freeman grew up surrounded by love and support from his family. But when he tells his parents that his girlfriend is pregnant, their reaction forces him to confront painful assumptions about disability, independence, and what a “normal” life looks like.
Through love, determination, and the birth of his daughter Maya, Alexander and his partner Orina set out to build a life together despite the doubts around them. As Alexander documents his journey, he challenges expectations and proves that family, partnership, and parenthood are not defined by limitations, but by resilience and love.
My Own Normal is a deeply personal documentary about redefining normal, embracing parenthood, and proving that dreams of family and belonging belong to everyone.
Directed by Alexander Freeman
Featuring Alexander Freeman, Orina Umansky Freeman, Maya Freeman, Linda Freeman, John Freeman
On Digital APRIL 24 on Amazon, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube Movies, and Cable On Demand.
An inspiring story about disability, acceptance, and the courage to build a life on your own terms.
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Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at the age of two, filmmaker Alexander Freeman grew up surrounded by love and support from his family. But when he tells his parents that his girlfriend is pregnant, their reaction forces him to confront painful assumptions about disability, independence, and what a “normal” life looks like.
Through love, determination, and the birth of his daughter Maya, Alexander and his partner Orina set out to build a life together despite the doubts around them. As Alexander documents his journey, he challenges expectations and proves that family, partnership, and parenthood are not defined by limitations, but by resilience and love.
My Own Normal is a deeply personal documentary about redefining normal, embracing parenthood, and proving that dreams of family and belonging belong to everyone.
Directed by Alexander Freeman
Featuring Alexander Freeman, Orina Umansky Freeman, Maya Freeman, Linda Freeman, John Freeman
On Digital APRIL 24 on Amazon, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube Movies, and Cable On Demand.
An inspiring story about disability, acceptance, and the courage to build a life on your own terms.
Subscribe to @FreestyleDigitalMedia for more inspiring documentaries and independent films.
Follow us:
Website: freestyledigitalmedia.tv
Facebook: facebook.com/FreestyleDigitalMedia
Instagram: instagram.com/freestyledigitalmedia
Twitter: twitter.com/FreestyleDM
#MyOwnNormal #Documentary #DisabilityStories #CerebralPalsy #FamilyStory #IndependentFilm #FreestyleDigitalMedia










