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The Sun
25-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Mum issues urgent warning about popular silicone bowls as she admits 18-month-old daughter was ‘suffocated' by hers
A MUM has issued an urgent warning to other parents following a terrifying incident that gave her the "fright of my life". The woman explained that her 18-month-old daughter was sitting next to her on the sofa as she tucked into a bowl of porridge - which had been served up in a silicone bowl. 2 2 The bowls are popular among parents thanks to how easy they are to wash up, and the fact they can suction to plastic surfaces such as highchair trays. But as the mum was eating her breakfast, she heard a "weird noise", like a "muffled scream", coming from her daughter. She immediately turned to see what was wrong, and found that the "silicone bowl she was eating out of had suctioned to her face and she couldn't get it off". "She was trying to pull it off and was panicking because it would budge," she continued. "It was stuck hard! "I grabbed it as soon as I saw and pulled it off her face and she instantly burst into tears." She added that she never leaves her children when they're eating because of "choking reasons", but admitted "what I didn't expect was she could get suffocated by her bowl!". "I've never moved so fast in my life and been so scared!" she said. "It would have only been on her face for about 5 seconds, but the thought of what would have happened if I wasn't in the room and she had of had it stuck for a lot longer is terrifying!" In her post in The Mum's Lounge Facebook group, she urged other mums and dads to "be so careful" with the bowls, or "better yet, don't use them!". "This is the only silicone dish I have and I'll be chucking it out after this," she concluded. "I saw this happen to some other mum maybe last year," one person commented on the post. "After I read that, I threw all of my silicone bowls in the bin. "It's so scary. It can only take a split second!" "I have this bowl and my son slurps his cereal out of it," another admitted. "It's going in the bin now!" "They shouldn't be sold at all," a third insisted. "Your bub isn't the first & won't be the last to be suctioned to a silicone bowl face first." "Yea I only used those during the 'throwing things stage' and only in the high chair stuck to the tray," someone else commented. "I've seen posts like this and they have warnings as well not to use them unless get are stuck down.
The Sun
17-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
Mum sparks outrage as she admits she HATES her kids as they just ‘fight, destroy my house' & make her cry every day
A MUM has sparked outrage and concern after admitting she "hates" her children. The woman insisted that she "can't stand" her three kids - who are "all so close in age and so young". 2 2 "All they do is yell, hit each other, fight and destroy my house," she added. She can't even take them to the park or arrange playdates for them because they're "too full on for other kids". "This is just a vent post because they have made me cry at least 3 times today," she continued. " I don't know how to change their behaviour." And while some commenters were giving her support, others took aim at the mother for using a word like "hate". "It's disgusting to say you hate them," one wrote in response to the post on The Mum's Lounge Facebook group. "There's no excuses! Reach out to services and get help, for you and your children." "If you come on here saying you hate your kids, there will be some raised eyebrows," another insisted. "It's a horrible thing to say and kids pick up on energy." As a third agreed, writing: "It's not shaming if she used them words, poor kids!" Emotional Charlotte Dawson reveals she's 'been crying constantly' after being cruelly mum shamed by vile trolls "You hate your kids? I don't think you hate them," someone else commented. "You're exhausted so please don't say you hate them, you sound like you need a break and some help." "You can't change them you have to change yourself," another said. "Do you really feel like you hate them?" someone else questioned. "I don't think it's bad that people are concerned about a mother saying she hates her kids, that IS a cause of concern. "You can be overwhelmed and over stimulated but saying and feeling like you hate them is a huge worry for them and the mum." Different parenting techniques Here are some widely recognised methods: Authoritative Parenting This technique will often foster independence, self-discipline, and high self-esteem in children. It is often considered the most effective, this technique is where parents set clear expectations - enforcing rules - whilst also showing warmth and support. Authoritarian Parenting This is opposite to authoritative parenting, as it is where the parent sets high demands but is low on responsiveness. It involves ensuring the child is obedient and often employ punitive measures. While this can lead to disciplined behaviour, it may also result in lower self-esteem and social skills in children. Permissive Parenting Permissive parents tend to be indulgent and lenient, often taking on a role more akin to a friend than an authority figure. They are highly responsive but lack demandingness, granting children a lot of freedom. This method can nurture creativity and a free-spirited nature but may also result in poor self-regulation and difficulties with authority. Uninvolved Parenting Uninvolved or neglectful parenting is marked by low responsiveness and low demands. Parents in this category offer minimal guidance, nurturing, or attention. This often leaves children feeling neglected, which can have significant negative effects on their emotional and social development. Helicopter Parenting Helicopter parents are extremely involved and overprotective, frequently micromanaging their children's lives. Although their goal is to protect and support, this approach can hinder a child's ability to develop independence and problem-solving skills. Free-Range Parenting Free-range parenting encourages children to explore and learn from their surroundings with minimal parental interference. This method promotes independence and resilience but requires a safe and supportive environment to be successful. Attachment Parenting According to Attachment parenting focuses on physical closeness and emotional bonding, often through practices such as co-sleeping and baby-wearing. This approach aims to create secure attachments and emotional well-being, but demands significant time and emotional commitment from parents. Each of these parenting techniques has its own set of strengths and weaknesses. The key is to find a balanced approach that aligns with the family's values and meets the child's needs for a healthy, happy upbringing. "Sounds like you're at your breaking point, that's completely understandable," another agreed. "Little kids close in age is brutal. But I just want to say, try not to say you hate your kids. "Words like that can stick, even if you're just venting. "It's okay to hate the chaos, the yelling, the constant nagging.. but saying you hate them might hurt more than it helps, even for yourself." However, there were also comments from people defending the mum, with many admitting they have felt the same on occasion. "I get it, I don't really hate my kids, I love them with all my heart but on a real bad day I've had the thought pop in," one wrote. "I'm sure you don't hate your kids," another said. "You're just extremely overwhelmed, and overstimulated. And this is okay. "Motherhood is brutal at times!" "I don't believe you hate your children," a third commented. "But you hate their behaviour." "I have 3 kids under 5, I'm also the same way," someone else admitted. "I hate life - sick of medicating my kids just to sleep as a normal person or just to eat," another sighed. "Sick of yelling and screaming just to be heard, sick of never owning anything nice." "I hate my kid sometimes too man," someone else wrote. "Look, nobody is perfect, parenthood is a LOT. I'm sure you're doing your best, give yourself a break!" "Oh mama, I hear you so deeply," another sympathised. "Please know that you're not a bad mum - you're a burnt out one, and for good reason. "What you're describing would push anyone to their edge."
