Sister Wives Star Mykelti Brown Padron Defends Her Kids' iPad Usage Amidst Criticism
Mykelti Brown Padron, a star from the reality TV show Sister Wives, has recently faced backlash for allowing her children to use iPads during a long road trip. In a video posted to Instagram, she addressed the criticism and defended her parenting choices.
The 29-year-old mother of three shared that she received an overwhelming amount of negative comments and direct messages (DMs) from people who judged her decision to give her 4-year-old daughter Avalon and 3-year-old twin sons, Archer and Ace, access to iPads during their four-hour drive to her sister's house.
Mykelti explained that she and her husband, Tony Padron, were using their phones and a Kindle for entertainment. She found it surprising that people were criticizing her for providing her children with a similar form of entertainment, especially since adults often use technology for the same purpose while driving.
She expressed frustration with the judgment she received as a mother, stating, 'We get judged so hard as a mom for trying to entertain my kids.'
Many of Mykelti's followers supported her, with one user asking, 'Who isn’t giving their children a tablet or smartphone on drives??' Another commenter emphasized the absurdity of the criticism, noting that the haters were likely using their phones to post their negative comments.
Mykelti has been open about her experiences as a new mother, sharing the pressure she feels to be the 'best mom' and the guilt she experiences during challenging moments. She has also emphasized the importance of self-forgiveness and focusing on the happiness and well-being of her children.
Despite the criticism, Mykelti remains committed to her parenting style and encourages other parents to prioritize their children's happiness and learning experiences.
