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Mom Faces Backlash for Bringing Baby to ‘Bad Moms’ Movie Screening
A mom’s outing to the cinema has spiraled into a whirlwind of online backlash and even threats. This week, a story emerged about a group of mothers who were asked to leave a late showing of the film Bad Moms because they brought their babies and were breastfeeding. One of those mothers, Emily Johnson, spoke out about the overwhelming negativity she has experienced since the incident.
“I never imagined this would blow up like it did,” Emily shared. “We posted on our Facebook just to make our friends aware of the situation. It was shocking to see it go viral and attract media attention.”
About 50 mothers, part of a local parenting group, decided to enjoy a night out together at the movies, purchasing their tickets in advance. However, upon arrival, they were told that children under six weren’t allowed in R-rated films. Despite the babies being calm and quiet, the theater staff insisted it was inappropriate for infants to be present, denying them entry.
The mothers opted to watch Bad Moms anyway, sneaking in after agreeing to attend a different family-friendly movie. However, the situation became tense when theater staff attempted to remove Emily’s friend, Sarah, for having her baby with her. In an act of solidarity, Emily followed them to the lobby to speak with a manager, leading to a commotion. During this time, Emily had to nurse her baby, at which point the manager told her to “cover up or leave.”
“Our babies were well-behaved, and mine was peacefully asleep,” Sarah remarked. “We didn’t want to be a bother; we just wanted a night out.” Emily added, “It’s outrageous that people think we’d allow our babies to disrupt anyone. We’re responsible moms who just wanted some time to unwind.”
Unfortunately, the internet did not respond kindly. Instead of understanding the situation, many commenters criticized the mothers, claiming they were entitled or irresponsible. “I’ve received death threats and messages telling me I’m a ‘bad mom’ from people who know nothing about me,” Emily expressed.
Critics also dismissed the issue by arguing it had nothing to do with breastfeeding, despite the fact that the mothers only brought their infants because they were nursing and couldn’t leave them at home. “I was consumed by the harsh words directed at me,” Emily confessed. “It’s disheartening, especially when we simply wanted to enjoy a movie about motherhood.”
It’s ironic that a film celebrating the struggles of motherhood led to such a harsh reaction from the online community. The same people who criticize the mothers for taking a sleeping baby to a movie are the ones who harshly judge them for doing so. Commenters claimed that it was only natural for mothers to stay home with their infants instead of going out.
Emily and Sarah hoped for support from other moms but were taken aback by the vitriol they faced. “It’s shocking, especially from women who understand how tough postpartum can be and the need for a break,” Sarah stated.
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In summary, a mother’s night out has become the center of a social media storm, highlighting the challenges and judgments faced by moms today. The backlash emphasizes how, even in a society that claims to support mothers, stigmas and harsh criticisms persist.