Tired mum throws a tantrum at the grocery store after her son constantly insists on buying her things
It’s common for kids to give their parents a hard time quite often than expected. Whether it’s being grumpy or throwing temper tantrums, there’s never an uneventful day with kids at home. But have you ever imagined a parent whining like a baby?
You may have heard the classic “kids will be kids” idiom. It’s true that kids have a bright side and can light up any room they walk into. There’s never a dull day around toddlers as they possess the magical knack for cheering up.
But truth be told, sometimes it can be hard to reason with those rays of sunshine. They can be a bit difficult to reason with and convince because, surprisingly, they tend to act stubbornly and hold their own when they want to.
The South African mum fell to the ground in a dramatic state of events. | Source: tiktok.com/@thoanie9410
A demanding child
A South African woman has left netizens angry after her bizarre response to her child’s behavior went viral. She was at a grocery store with her little boy when he suddenly got demanding and started asking for stuff.
The way the South African parent taught his son a lesson drew mixed reviews.
The South African woman’s boy is depicted crossing his arms. | Source: tiktok.com/@thoanie9410
The mother’s surprising response
After trying to reason with her and failing, she was determined not to walk away with the embarrassment. So she thought of a clever idea to remedy the situation and teach her son a lesson, leaving him dumbfounded!
In an unexpected turn of events, she fell to the ground and threw a huge anger, rolling and screaming at the top of your lungs. Her son watched in morbid horror as his mother acted like a child, something quite strange for a parent!
The South African TikToker boy is pictured grimacing for the camera. | Source: tiktok.com/@thoanie9410
The son’s reaction
The boy’s facial expressions were a mixture of shock, confusion and outright disapproval as he looked at his mother with his arms folded and walked away. We’re sure several questions would have crossed his mind then, but he knew he couldn’t argue.
Shortly after, the woman stood up, looked sternly at her child, and walked away. She shared the video on TikTok in March 2023, with the text embedded, “No child will [embarrass] me.” The clip was captioned as follows:
“Stop asking for stuff when you don’t have the money.”
The South African TikToker pictured teaching his son a lesson in a grocery store. | Source: tiktok.com/@thoanie9410
Go viral on TikTok
The mother, who goes by the TikTok handle @thoanie9410, has garnered an overwhelming response from people around the world. As of March 16, 2023, her video has gone viral and has racked up 2.8 million views, 177.9k reactions, and 6050 comments.
The way the South African parent taught his son a lesson drew mixed reviews. While many supported his creative and hilarious technique, others disagreed with his tactics. Let’s take a look at some interesting comments from readers:
“The part where he crosses his hands and walks away finishes me off.”
— (@lee.dot.m) March 13, 2023
“Give him a taste of his own medicine.
— (@basiiey_monnapula) March 14, 2023
“And that was the last day he threw a tantrum.”
— (@lozikeyi_teedo) March 13, 2023
“Give that mama a bell (sic).”
— (@mahlatsemorone) March 13, 2023
“And that was the last day he threw a tantrum (sic).”
— (@lozikeyi_teedo) March 13, 2023
“the tables have turned (sic).”
— (@neo_motaung0) March 13, 2023
“I did that in the game too. It was the last tantrum. Well done girl (sic).”
— (@odette_911) March 13, 2023
“Thank you this is a solution for us parents (sic).”
— (@nnana_mohlala) March 16, 2023
“The kids aren’t embarrassed lol, I think I’ll be embarrassed afterwards (sic).”
— (@adelemasiteng) March 16, 2023
“it won’t work on post-covid (sic) babies.”
— (@kefiloewamaishoane) March 16, 2023
Gain traction on Facebook
Interestingly, TikTok wasn’t the only place the story became a viral sensation. The tired parent’s unique take has gained traction on Facebook, racking up thousands of reactions and comments.
As with TikTok, users were divided in their opinions. While some approved of the mother’s method, others didn’t like the way she handled things:
“Just give him the look your mother used to give you…he’ll walk away…my kids know that kind of communication.”
— (@novy.muzame) March 15, 2023
“Now he knows how it feels. Good lesson to the kid. Although mine can’t do that. I started early enough so he knows I’m the authority.
— (@grace.otanga.58) March 15, 2023
“Those who say she failed as a mother, clearly they did not raise children. They should know that not everything is solved by caning and sometimes, as a parent, you’re on the edge of stress with the kids and other life issues. She’s such a great mom (sic).”
— (@chrisam.pinky) March 15, 2023
“Now…who’s the other’s parent.? You should be responsible in instilling discipline in this boy who isn’t doing what he’s doing (sic).”
— (@chrisam.pinky) March 15, 2023
“You don’t need to do this mom,,,,,, you should have shut his mouth when he was still young…… Twist a twig when he’s still young (sic)!!!! !”
— (@mary.muhia.121) March 14, 2023
What are your thoughts on this story? Do you agree or disagree with the mother’s method of teaching her son a lesson?
Click here to read about a woman who was on the verge of tears over her child’s tantrums. Seeing her condition, a nice stranger gave her $100 and a note.
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