Raising children these days can be a task on its own. Young parents don’t just have to hear opinions from family members but also have to put up with random strangers on the internet commenting on their parenting methods.
Jordan Driskell is a young father of five quintuplets. His quintuplets happen to be 5 years old. As you can imagine, looking after 5 children who are the same age can be quite taxing. Especially at 5-years-old when a child is curious and likes to explore.
31-year-old dad, Jordan Driskell decided to find a creative solution to his problem. He bought leashes meant for children to control his rambunctuous little kids when they are in public together.
In the past, Driskell had a 6-seat stroller that they used for their big family. However, that grew tiresome very quickly because the kids would be bothered when inside it. The stroller was also incredibly inconvenient to take anywhere.
This helps the little kids get to wander and explore their surroundings when the family goes out without their dad losing sight or control of them and hence keep them safe!
Driskell posted a video of the family’s outing to the acquarium that caused a lot of negative feedback directed towards the parents. The video of the kids on leashes went viral with over 3 million views. Hundreds of people commented about how the children were not animals and hence should not have been leashed.
Others commented, “If you can’t manage the pressure, don’t have so many kids.”
Other offered disdain masked as advice, “Can’t you just properly train your children?” Discuss to them why fleeing is risky.”
Dr. Deborah Gilboa, an expert in parenting and adolescent development had a different opinion. She does not think a leash will make your child think they are an animal. And if the alternative to a leash is to stay at home, then of course, the leash is a much better option!
Dr. Gilboa said a leash is a great tool for younger children or neuro-diverse children to be controlled in a public environment. However, she said that if a neurotypical child is not off a leash by the age of eight and nine, and hence has not developed their listening skills, that might be troublesome.
By then, parents should be able to effectively communicate with children verbally instead of relying on tools like leashes.
Parents should have the freedom to parent the way they want without facing unneccesary judgement from society.
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Breaking: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse Quietly Welcome First Baby (Photo)
Twilight actor Robert Pattinson is now a dad! Robert and Suki Waterhouse, have welcomed their first baby together after dating for years.
Suki announced her pregnancy in the most sparkling way.
It was during her performance at Mexico’s Corona Capital Festival that Waterhouse let the audience in on her secret. Adorned in a shimmering pink dress and a coat with feathers, she playfully hinted, «I’m extra sparkly today because I thought it might distract you from something else that’s going on.» The reveal of her pregnancy came with a flourish of her coat, unveiling her baby bump to the delighted fans.
The couple was spotted outside with their baby.
At 32, Suki Waterhouse, known for her acting and singing talents, became a mother. She and her 37-year-old partner, Robert Pattinson, enjoyed a leisurely stroll in Los Angeles, with Pattinson guiding a pink baby carriage.
Waterhouse’s relationship with Pattinson has been a constant for over half a decade. Their romance began to blossom in the public eye back in July 2018, and by December, they had decided to take the next step. «They are engaged. They both want to be married. It’s important for them,» confirmed an insider.
Another celeb who recently welcomed a bundle of joy is Gal Gadot, who became a mom for the 4th time. Read the full story here.
Preview photo credit Jordan Strauss/Invision/East News, Jordan Strauss/Invision/East News
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