In an era where parents frequently share their children's milestones on social media, one mother found herself at the center of a heated debate.
The mother, who regularly posts updates about her 4-month-old daughter Lara on TikTok, recently shared a photo that sparked controversy.
The image was meant to showcase Lara's growth since birth, but what caught people's attention was a small detail: Lara's ears were pierced at just 24 hours old.
The photo divided opinions among viewers.
While some defended the mother, citing cultural norms that consider early ear-piercing acceptable, others criticized her for making such a decision for a newborn. Critics argued that the child should have the right to decide for herself when she's older.
"Don't kid yourself, it hurts just as much when they're older," one commenter said. Another added, "I'm going to let my babies decide when they understand these things."
In response to the backlash, Lara's mother explained her choice. She stated that getting ears pierced at 2 or 3 days old is less painful than at 1 or 2 years, adding that neonatologists in the hospital performed the procedure at birth.
Despite her explanation, the debate continues to rage on, highlighting the complexities of parental choices in the age of social media.
