Couple slammed for 'embarrassing' gender reveal, as ‘self centred' dad-to-be ‘makes the whole thing about him'
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A COUPLE have been slammed for their "embarrassing" gender reveal, which centred almost entirely around the dad-to-be.
A video of the big reveal was shared by fitness pro Shai Ross on his Instagram, but was changed to black and white at the last second to keep his and his wife's baby's gender a secret.
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Shai has been slammed for taking centre stage in his baby's gender reveal
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He flexed his muscles doing various moves, before concluding with a back somersault landing on a mat - which then exploded in pink smoke, signifying they're having a girl
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In the clip, a shirtless Shai was seen flexing his muscles as he lifted a huge weight bar above his head.
He then bought it back down on the back of his neck and shoulders, before jumping onto a box and swinging the massive bar around his back.
Once he'd done that, he prepared to do a back somersault.
After getting himself ready for the daring move, Shai jumped into it, turning impressively in the air.
As he landed, his feet hit a large mat on the floor, which then exploded with smoke and confetti.
While they'd edited the video to conceal their baby's gender at first, the pair have since revealed they're having a baby girl - so the smoke and confetti were pink.
And despite their sheer joy over the gender reveal, the couple quickly found themselves targeted by people online, who questioned why Shai was virtually the only one seen in the video.
His wife made a blink and you'll miss it appearance at the end of the clip, as she and Shai hugged.
And the comments section of the Instagram post was immediately flooded with messages from angry viewers, with one writing: "This is so embarrassing!"
"Why is something so special all about him and not the woman who's actually carrying the child?" another questioned.
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"Bro is not the main character," a third raged.
"Self centered reveal," someone else said.
"Bro made this whole thing about him," another sighed.
And as someone else called it "f**king cringe", another agreed, adding that it was "the corniest s**t ever".
However, there were those who defended Shai for the gender reveal, with one writing: "Oh please...you all are jealous...he can do whatever he wants!"
"Why are people hating? Men don't have to put in any work to make the baby so let him put some effort in to announce it!" another grinned.
What's the Deal with Gender Reveals & Why is Everyone Having Them?
What Is A Gender Reveal?
Gender reveal parties are celebrations where expectant parents announce the sex of their baby in a creative and often dramatic way.
These events have gained significant popularity, especially through social media.
The trend began in the late 2000s and has since exploded in popularity.
The concept was popularised by parents who wanted to share their excitement with family and friends in a memorable and engaging way.
Common Methods: Cakes: Cutting a cake filled with either blue or pink filling.
Cutting a cake filled with either blue or pink filling. Balloons: Popping a balloon to release colored confetti.
Popping a balloon to release colored confetti. Smoke Bombs: Releasing colored smoke.
Releasing colored smoke. Piñatas: Breaking a piñata to reveal colored candies or confetti.
Breaking a piñata to reveal colored candies or confetti. Fireworks: Using fireworks to display blue or pink colors.
Why Are They So Popular? Social Media Influence: Platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube have amplified the trend, with many parents posting videos and photos that go viral. Milestone Celebration: It's an additional way for parents to celebrate a significant milestone during pregnancy. Creativity: These events offer an outlet for parents to be creative and personalize their announcement. Community Sharing: They provide an opportunity to include extended family and friends in the pregnancy journey.
Controversies: Safety Concerns: Some gender reveal methods have led to accidents and even wildfires.
Some gender reveal methods have led to accidents and even wildfires. Environmental Impact: The use of non-biodegradable materials and fireworks can have environmental consequences.
The use of non-biodegradable materials and fireworks can have environmental consequences. Inclusivity: There's growing awareness and sensitivity towards non-binary and transgender identities, leading to criticism that these events can be exclusionary.
Despite the controversies, gender reveal parties continue to evolve.
Some parents are opting for more eco-friendly and inclusive ways to celebrate, while others are choosing to forgo the tradition altogether.
In summary, gender reveals are a modern trend driven by social media, creativity, and the desire to celebrate milestones.
However, they also come with their share of controversies, prompting some to reconsider how they choose to share their baby news.
"Why is it always my people trying to demean and hurt each other?" a third said.
"I don't understand. Congratulations man!"
"Damn everybody in the comments hating," someone else wrote.
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