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Generational Divide: Viral Video Shows Millennial Daughter 'Gentle Parenting' Her Boomer Mom
In a recent viral video, a millennial daughter, known online as TaylorWolfe, humorously attempts to educate her Boomer mother on the nuances of 'gentle parenting,' sparking a wider conversation about generational differences in child-rearing. The sketch, titled 'Teaching My Boomer Mom About Millennial Parenting,' captures the mother's bewildered attempts to adopt modern parenting phrases. The video, uploaded from the US, shows the daughter correcting her mother's traditional instincts. For instance, when the mother says 'be careful' as she approaches a slide, the daughter interjects, 'We don't say be careful anymore. Instead, say, 'What's your plan here?'' The mother's response, 'I don't even know my plan, do you know your plan?' resonates with many viewers. Another comedic exchange occurs when the mother is told not to say 'stop' when a child hits their sibling, but rather 'gentle hands.' The mother queries, 'Gentle what?' to which the daughter clarifies, 'Gentle hands. Gentle hands is gentle everything.' The sketch also touches on the debate around praising children. The daughter advises against saying 'I'm so proud of you,' explaining, 'That's putting the focus on you.' The mother's exasperated 'What am I supposed to say then?' highlights the cultural shift. The video, which has garnered over 11 million views and 890,000 likes, taps into a relatable aspect of intergenerational family dynamics, showcasing the humorous side of evolving parenting philosophies.
