“I Have the Same Problem”: Kid Doesn’t Approve of Mom and Dad’s Relationship

• A hilarious video posted on social media shows a toddler's jealous reaction when her mother tries to hold her father's hand while the child is distracted playing on his phone
• The clip reveals the little girl repeatedly pushing her parents' hands apart and eventually shouting at them to stop touching, demonstrating her disapproval of their affection
• Child development experts explain this behaviour stems from attachment issues, where kids can become overly protective of one parent and feel jealous when they show affection to others

A South African family had social media users in stitches after sharing their daughter's hilariously possessive behaviour.

Content creator @prestonmwiinga posted a video showing a mother recording her husband with their young toddler daughter. The little girl was leaning against her father with her back toward him while being distracted by a game on his phone.

As soon as the mother attempted to touch her husband's hand, the child noticed and immediately broke their hands apart. The determined toddler then pulled her father's hand back toward herself. This pattern continued several times, with the parents trying to hold hands only for the vigilant child to intervene. By the end of the clip, the frustrated toddler shouted at both parents, ordering them not to touch hands again.

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Watch the Facebook clip below.

Why children react negatively to parental affection

Child development experts explain that children often become upset when their parents show affection toward each other for several reasons. One common explanation is that the child feels more attached to one parent and doesn't want that parent showing love to anyone else, even their spouse. This creates feelings of jealousy and possessiveness.

This type of behaviour is quite normal in development, particularly in toddlers who are still learning about relationships. Typically, daughters tend to be more attached to their fathers, while sons often form stronger bonds with their mothers during early developmental stages.

Experts advise parents not to give in to their child's protests about parental affection. While it might seem easier to stop showing affection in front of the child, this approach can reinforce the possessive behaviour.

Instead, parents should try to engage the child in group hugs and kisses, helping them understand that love isn't just for one person.

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Social media reacts to the jealous toddler

@Ephraim Ethan Mumba related to the experience:

"My son doesn't want me to have anything to do with male friends 😂😂"

@Josephine Mtambo shared a similar story:

"That's how my son is, he told me if dad doesn't buy you a car, don't worry, I will buy you cars and trucks😂"

@Brilliant Kachuni joked:

"You gave birth to a weapon fashioned against your marriage, these little side chick and their father."

@Humphrey Magalasi found it amusing:

"She has issued a stern warning to her man 😂😂😂"

@Mercy Chilawa laughed at the child's audacity:

"This is funny, even warning the parents 😂😂"

@Nana Mvula quipped:

"She has decided to come to your house and deal with your emotions 😂😂😂. Her juju will soon expire."

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Source: Briefly News