Kourtney Kardashian, known for her high-profile life and the drama-filled episodes of The Kardashians, has recently come under fire for her parenting style following the show’s finale. While Kourtney’s life as a mother has been highly publicized, the latest critiques from a parenting expert shed light on the practices that may be causing concern.
Kourtney’s journey into motherhood began in 2009 when she welcomed her first child, Mason, with her then-partner Scott Disick. The couple later had two more children, Penelope and Reign, making Kourtney the first of her Kardashian-Jenner sisters to start a family.
After her marriage to Travis Barker in 2023, Kourtney expanded her family with the birth of their son, Rocky. Throughout the years, Kardashian has shared her parenting experiences extensively, both through her social media platforms and on her reality show.
Why Kourtney’s Parenting Is Controversial
Despite her often-enthusiastic embrace of motherhood, Kourtney’s parenting choices have not been without controversy. Issues such as her public displays of affection with Travis, her stringent dietary rules for her children, and the frequency with which she shares her children’s lives online have drawn criticism from various quarters.
Most recently, parenting expert Kirsty Ketley has weighed in on these choices, highlighting potential pitfalls in Kourtney’s approach.
"Some of Kourtney’s choices on how she chooses to parent may seem a little ‘kooky,’ but there are some that are not," Kirsty stated to The Sun .
She explains that Kourtney’s parenting style aligns with attachment parenting, a method that emphasizes strong emotional and physical bonds between parents and their children. This approach includes practices like responding promptly to a baby’s needs, babywearing, and co-sleeping. Attachment parenting is intended to foster secure emotional connections, which proponents believe will help children build healthy relationships in the future.
However, this parenting style is not without its critics. Kourtney’s dedication to attachment parenting, particularly her practice of co-sleeping with her children, has faced scrutiny.
Kirsty argues that Kourtney’s parenting decisions, such as her overtly sexual public displays of affection with Travis Barker, might lead to embarrassment and discomfort for her children. "Kourtney and Travis’ overtly sexual PDAs will be a cause of embarrassment for her kids and leave them feeling super uncomfortable," she remarked.
Kourtney Keeps Her Kids On A Strict Diet
Another point of contention is Kourtney’s strict dietary regimen for her children, which excludes gluten, dairy, and sugar. While Kourtney has promoted these dietary choices as part of her commitment to health, Kirsty suggests that such restrictions might be excessive.
On a positive note, however, Ketley acknowledges Kourtney’s decision to ban technology during family meals, which she believes encourages meaningful conversations and reduces distractions.
In addition to her parenting practices, Kourtney has faced backlash for the way she shares her children’s lives on social media. The frequent posting of her kids’ photos and personal moments has led some critics to question the impact of such exposure on their privacy and well-being.
Kourtney’s parenting decisions may attract backlash, but she remains unafraid to showcase her life with all its complexities on The Kardashians. Her willingness to embrace and share her unique approach to motherhood, despite the criticisms, highlights her commitment to living authentically.
As the show continues, fans can anticipate even more candid revelations and bold choices from Kourtney. But we’ll just have to wait for next season.
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