'Relationship Expert' Wants Parents To Get Baby's Consent Before Changing A Nappy

One undeniable truth in life is that everyone has an opinion. Some may even strive to voice their opinions as loudly as possible, even if only a handful of people are truly listening.

The Internet has truly democratized the sharing of opinions, allowing anyone to voice their thoughts for the world to hear. Interestingly, the more unconventional the opinion, the more attention it tends to attract.

Now, an expert finds themselves in the spotlight due to their unconventional advice for parents. This self-proclaimed relationship expert suggests that parents should seek permission before changing a diaper.

We understand that navigating consent-related issues can be challenging in today's world. However, for many parents, the idea of seeking a baby's permission before changing a dirty diaper simply seems impractical.

To be frank, most parents aren't thrilled about the prospect of changing diapers, but it's a necessary task for raising happy and healthy children. Adding the extra step of seeking permission beforehand seems like an additional burden.

The individual behind this suggestion identifies herself as a "sexuality educator, speaker, and author" named Deanne Carson. Her unconventional advice for parents is causing quite a stir.

In 2018, she appeared on ABC to discuss these perspectives. While she mentioned that this practice is usually applied to children over the age of three, she also emphasized the importance of introducing consent at an even younger age.

She acknowledges that babies may not be capable of verbally responding to requests for consent, but she suggests that they can express nonverbal cues through eye contact and other means.

According to her, it's about establishing a culture of consent within the household, which involves asking if it's alright to change the diaper before proceeding.

Carson elaborated on the process, emphasizing that pausing to allow for anticipation and observing any nonverbal cues can facilitate deeper communication between parents and toddlers.

The reporters' reaction to the suggestion was particularly intriguing. Not only were they vocal about it, but they also pondered what might occur if the baby expressed a refusal.