THE INFURIATING TRUTH: WHY THESE “MUMMY INFLUENCERS” USE BABIES AS PROPS
Listen up! I’ve had enough of this nonsense, and it’s high time someone exposed the cold, hard truth. We’re diving into the dark underbelly of social media, the grotesque carnival where babies are paraded around as mere accessories. Today, we’re going to rip the mask off the so-called “influencer mums” who treat their innocent babies like fashionable handbags rather than human beings.
You see, I don’t hold back, I never have and never will. If you can’t handle the truth, go back to your cushy little bubble where everything is sugar-coated and fake. For the rest of you ready for a reality check, fasten your seatbelts because this ride is going to be rough.
THE DISTURBING TREND
Every time I open Instagram or TikTok, my feed is clogged with photos of heavily filtered “mums” posing with their babies in pristine, staged environments. These posts aren’t about genuine motherhood, sacrifice, or the beautiful chaos that comes with raising a child. No, they’re plastic, superficial facades crafted to harvest likes and followers.
You know the posts I’m talking about. The ones where the mum is dolled up to the nines, showcasing her impeccable outfit while her baby—conveniently matching—sits in the corner like an accessory. These aren’t memories to be cherished; they are shameless advertisements.
THE FAKE LIVES OF FAKE MUMS
Let’s get brutally honest here. Most of these women are not real mothers in the sense that they’re actively raising their children. Their focus is on the next brand partnership, the next picture-perfect post, and the next superficial accolade. While they’re busy curating their online personas, the actual parenting is often outsourced to nannies, babysitters, and even the grandparents.
But the camera doesn’t show that, does it? It won’t reveal the sleepless nights the nanny endures or the tears the grandparents dry. Instead, these influencers meticulously craft a fallacy. They create a world where they appear flawless, unattainable and make other women feel inadequate as mothers. Disgusting!
EXPLOITATION IN PLAIN SIGHT
Understand this: these babies didn’t ask for any of this. They didn’t consent to being used as tools in their mothers’ cynical games of digital fame. These little humans are exposed to the invasive scrutiny of the internet before they can even walk. There’s no privacy, no sanctity; everything is for public consumption.
The most tragic part? Many of these kids will grow up to realize they were pawns in their own parents’ quest for clout. One day, they’ll stumble upon these perfectly staged photos and videos and recognize the artificiality behind them. And guess what, the internet never forgets!
THE REAL COST
What’s the price of all this supposed fame? The dignity of motherhood, genuine relationships, and the mental well-being of these poor children. When your worth is measured in likes and follows, you’re shackled to an endless, soul-sucking cycle of validation. Your child becomes a means to an end, and that’s an unforgivable sin!
When these influencer mums claim they are “doing it for their family,” I call BULLSH*T! You’re doing it for yourself, for your ego, for the illusion of Slaylebrity status. Don’t deceive yourself or others. Own your narcissism if you dare, but don’t drag your innocent children into your mess. Have some integrity, for crying out loud!
THE CHANGE WE NEED
Now, I’m not here just to rant; I’m here to call for a revolution. It’s time for social media platforms to step up their game. Introducing stricter rules and regulations on content related to minors could be the first step. We need to safeguard the rights and privacy of these children who are unwittingly thrust into the limelight.
Moreover, as consumers, we need to be more discerning. Stop rewarding these fake mothers with your likes and follows. Support genuine content creators who value realness and authenticity over the mirage of perfection.
FINAL WORDS
To all you aspiring influencer mums out there: remember that motherhood is not a part-time job you clock into for the sake of social media. It’s a full-time, messy, chaotic, beautiful commitment. Children are not props; they are people. If you can’t understand this, you have no business being a mother, let alone an influencer.
Let’s take back social media from the clutches of artificiality and give it back to authenticity and respect. And to you, unmasked Slaylebrity tribe, it’s time to wake up, hold these pseudo-influencers accountable, and create a digital space that prioritizes the well-being of the most vulnerable among us—our children. Enough is enough!
Stay strong, stay real, and let’s demand better.
— Chief Unmasker of Slaylebrities
Instagram @Millions of yummy mummy influencers
Followers: Millions
Motherhood is not a part-time job you clock into for the sake of social media. It’s a full-time, messy, chaotic, beautiful commitment. Children are not props
