A GENDER reveal is supposed to be a day celebrating the upcoming birth of a new tot, and finding out its gender.
But one woman has caught the shocking moment her didn’t quite go to plan.
Aaliyah Soto shared her gender reveal celebrationsCredit: tiktok.com/@yk.liyahm
But it didn’t seem to go quite to planCredit: tiktok.com/@yk.liyahm
Aaliyah Soto, from the US, took to social media to share her for her unborn .
In the clip, Aaliyah and her partner had a cake coated in white icing and the colour of the cake inside represented their child’s gender.
They closed their eyes and used glasses to scoop the cake out and saw it was pink.
While Aaliyah was thrilled to see she was having a baby girl, the same seemingly couldn’t be said for her partner.
As he opened his eyes, he picked up the glass of cake and looked at it with disdain.
He then decided to walk off away from the camera.
The mum posted the clip on social media, claiming he had now left her to raise the baby by herself.
She wrote: “Registry in bio! Any support would help!
“Doing this journey alone is hard but with love & support, it goes a long way!”
The shocking clip has made a huge wave on social media already.
Since the video was uploaded to her TikTok account (@ yk.liyahm ) six days ago, it has garnered over 69 million views and 6.6 million likes.
Many took to the comments in shock over the dad’s reaction.
One person wrote: “Acting like it’s not his fault.”
Another commented: “Why do a gender reveal if you’re not gonna be okay with either outcome?”
“Probably shouldn’t have a gender reveal if there is one you don’t want,” penned a third.
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.
Meanwhile a fourth said: “Girl he’s not the one.”
“With that reaction, all she needs is you,” claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: “I’m sorry he ruined such a special moment for you.”
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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