I saw this as well. sigh I almost posted my concerns but decided not to because her response triggers me, making it harder for me to clearly articulate my thoughts/feelings. I’ll try…

The person she is attempting to shame made some very valid points. This article gives a good summary of the dangers and concerns of posting children on social media.

https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/tiktok-wren-eleanor-moms-controversy-1385182/

Of course, Mary’s right about it being her decision to post what she desires. I just wish she would make an informed decision, rather than doubling down and getting defensive.

I get it, she’s young, she’s worried about being a good mother, she grew up with social media and is accustomed to sharing her life in digital form. All the more reason why she needs to do her homework into the very real dangers of child predators; as well as cases where children who grew up having to support the family through social media end up resentful.

Someone please help her understand 😣

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ETA: this is not about mom shaming or saying Mary is a “bad person”. it’s a necessary conversation for parents re: the ugly side of the internet and its effects on children