Kourtney Kardashian Responds to Backlash Regarding Son's Boating Experience Without Life Vest
Kourtney Kardashian Barker found herself in the midst of a social media controversy after posting photos of her 21-month-old son, Rocky, on a boat without wearing a life jacket. The images, shared on Instagram, sparked concerns about the child's safety, with many commenting that it was reckless and potentially illegal, as the U.S. Coast Guard requires children under 13 to wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket on moving vessels.
Among the comments, one read, "No life jacket???" with dozens of likes. Another user chimed in, "Your son needs a life jacket!" The controversy grew as Kourtney's Instagram post included other moments of her and her family enjoying the summer outdoors, including images of Kourtney boating with Rocky.
In response to the backlash, Kourtney publicly acknowledged the mistake, stating she had purchased a properly fitting life vest for Rocky and thanked followers for raising awareness about boating safety. Many praised her for accepting the criticism gracefully and using the experience to highlight safety issues to other parents.
Kourtney later clarified that she's simply eating pancakes and jumping off cliffs, not hiding a baby bump, as some speculated in a video she participated in with her sisters, Kim and Khloé Kardashian, Kendall and Kylie Jenner, and their mom Kris Jenner. The video had led to ongoing pregnancy speculation.
The situation serves as a reminder of the importance of child safety on boats. It underscores the need for parents to adhere to U.S. Coast Guard regulations, ensuring the safety of their children while enjoying water activities. Kourtney's willingness to learn and improve her parenting decisions is commendable and sets a positive example for other parents to follow.
Celebrities often face criticism for their parenting decisions, and this was evident when Kourtney Kardashian Barker was accused of endangering her son Rocky by not having him wear a life jacket while boating. However, Kourtney handled the backlash gracefully, publicly acknowledging the mistake, purchasing a life vest for Rocky, and using the experience to raise awareness about boating safety. This incident serves as a timely reminder about the importance of pop-culture figures setting a positive example in terms of child safety.
