Controversial Parent Tag

[@shelizabeth25]

I like watching your videos first on mute and a second time with sound! It helps my ASL receptive skills so much 😊

[@TheStews]

So happy the videos are helping you! :)

[@katieanderson4364]

Fellow pregnant interpreter here. ☺️ It's so daunting to think about being out of the community and work for a year during mat leave (thanks, Canada), but it's nice to have resources like this to use, plus your family is lovely!

[@TheStews]

Yeah being out will take a toll somewhat, but just keep signing and you can always do practice before you start up again. Take it easy and so excited for you! Good luck!

[@atumultintheclouds]

I for one would be interested in seeing videos about baby-led weaning and your ideas about homeschooling / choosing a school!

[@TheStews]

Sure I can definitely make videos about those. School one might come a bit later, since we are not at that point yet.

[@andeesignsable]

My understanding of the breast feeding and the baby wearing argument, it is not just about feeding and the convenience for the parent (baby in a bouncer seat vs in a baby wrap) it is about attachment parenting. And the importance for social emotional development. I agree with the ear piercing... Let the child decide if he/she wants to put holes in his/her body. Also later there is the responsibility of hygiene and the comprehension of pain

[@TheStews]

Ahh, that makes total sense about the attachment parenting. Yeah, ear piercing is a hot topic, but body choice is important for sure.

[@Kelli.Hicks.5]

As far as homeschooling goes, I'd be interested to know which curriculum you decide to use, and how you came to that decision.

[@TheStews]

Yes, when we make that decision I will for sure share that.

[@bmddlton]

Circumcision? His body his choice. It’s not for a parent to decide.

[@hkterminator45]

I Agree 100%

[@marclabrie6027]

Bs on that and we can say same about abortions babys body babys choice

[@marclabrie6027]

@@hkterminator45 disagree

[@tomgmaples]

I'm noticing a pattern I go around spreading circumcision information. I don't think parents get enough education from doctors. When the circumcision topic comes up parents are always so vehement about keeping their son uncircumcised.

[@TheStews]

I think that each family should do what they feel is right for them. Obviously looking into the medical aspect is very important.

[@marclabrie6027]

Nothing wrong with circumcision

[@bilong92]

I'm surprised you'd speak out against ear piercing but not male genital cutting. I get the controversy and the personal-ness of it, but still. Also, I really appreciate how much time and effort it must take for your videos, between the voice over, editing, and the captions! I'm hearing and would be totally ok without the voice over as much as I think it adds to the meaning behind everything

[@TheStews]

Yeah, I feel that ear piercing is not talking about my child's private information. I know that people like to state an opinion, but I draw the line at revealing my child's information like that to the entire internet. I know some people will not understand, but that's just my opinion.

[@marclabrie6027]

@@TheStews good choice not to disclose it

[@rkirkland3666]

Co-sleeping is baby in your room. Bed sharing is the baby in your bed. I thought he was in your room when he was tiny.

[@TheStews]

Oh, I didn't know that there was a difference in terms. I have always heard co-sleeping as "sharing a bed". Our son was in a bassinet in our room for a few months, but then had his own room ever since. Thank you for clarifying. :)

[@riedelmichael]

My Aunt's parents sign and have for their whole life.

[@TheStews]

That's cool! :)

[@chyannemassey6270]

Your pregnant baby is girl or boy?

[@TheStews]

We do not know. Waiting till born.

[@chyannemassey6270]

The Stews ok! Can’t wait to find out! So excited!