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My mum ruined my pregnancy announcement when I tried to do a cute reveal on camera – she even told me to ‘cut it out'
A MUM has come under fire after she ruined her daughter's adorable pregnancy announcement.
Letting your closest ones know that the family is about to grow more is always an exciting moment that's about to be cherished forever.
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But while some parents-to-be opt for more intimate reveals, others come up with cute ideas, like one mum Olena Perez recently did.
The mum, from the US, decided to share the wonderful news during a family outing in Florida - however, it didn't quite go to plan.
In her head, Olena would get a stranger taking a photo of her and her brood with scenic greenery in the background.
As everyone would be striking their best poses, she'd then whip out the positive pregnancy test from her purse and surprise the lot - and the happy reactions would be forever saved in a wholesome clip.
Sadly for the young mum, the video didn't turn out that way - with the footage going viral on TikTok for all the wrong reasons.
In the video, Olena could be seen standing next to her family as she approached the person behind the camera and instructed him to keep filming.
As everyone is standing next to each other ready for what they think is a photo, Olena proceeds to stop for a moment and look for a lipstick in her bag.
But instead of pulling make-up out of her bag, she whipped out a pregnancy test - which she immediately showed to her mother.
Olena's mum appeared to be confused looking at the positive test and even tapped on her arm a few times, as if to tell her daughter to cut it out.
''I'm pregnant,'' Olena explained to her mum and the rest of the family - who seemed just as uninterested as Olena's mother.
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While there were a few cheers, it was certainly not the reaction the mum-to-be was expecting, as she quickly went to grab her phone from the camera guy.
''Oh my God... Thank you.''
She wrote alongside the viral footage: ''Lmaooo, my mum was not letting my pregnancy announcement ruin her photo.
''My mum loves a good pic!''
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.
Balloons: Popping a balloon to release colored confetti.
Smoke Bombs: Releasing colored smoke.
Piñatas: 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.
Environmental Impact: 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.
'No offence but what kind of family is this?'
Since being posted online, where Olena regularly shares content under the username @ the clip has gone viral, winning her close to 25million views.
As 2million people gave it a like, over a whopping 21k flooded to comments where Olena's mum came under fire.
One gobsmacked person said: ''I'm glad you're starting your own family….cause I don't know what this is….''
Another wondered: ''No offence but what kind of family is this?''
A third joked: ''they're like this could've been an email.''
''Everyone seems miserable, girl I'm sorry,'' a TikToker said.
