A Nigerian mother has gone viral on social media after narrating the unexpected and emotionally charged reaction she received from her young daughter following a brief scolding. The incident has sparked wide conversations online about modern parenting, emotional intelligence in children, and the pressures of gentle parenting.
Daughter Deletes Mother’s Number After Being Scolded
According to the mother, her 8-year-old daughter, born in 2017, became so upset after being shouted at that she took what the mother described as a “drastic step” — she deleted her mother’s phone number completely from her mobile device.
The mother explained that she had only raised her voice to correct the child, but the girl reacted by removing all her contact details, an act that left the mother stunned and reflecting deeply on her parenting approach.
Mother Shares Chat and Reflects on Her Parenting Style
The woman, identified on X (formerly Twitter) as @rodah_, shared the surprising exchange online, posting screenshots of their chat as proof of the incident. Her posts quickly gathered attention for the mix of humor, shock, and relatability they carried.
In her first post, she wrote:
“The girl I gave birth to in 2017 has deleted my number today because I shouted at her. I need to retake gentle parenting classes again. Yooooh!”
Feeling the need to show she wasn’t exaggerating, she later uploaded a screenshot of their conversation, captioning it:
“Deleting my number at 8 yrs?? Ei, but I will do better.”
Her candid confession received overwhelming engagement as many parents resonated with the challenge of balancing discipline and emotional sensitivity in raising younger children today.
Netizens React With Humor, Advice, and Personal Stories
The post sparked mixed reactions online. Some users found the incident hilarious and symbolic of how bold and expressive children have become. Others offered empathy, sharing similar experiences with their children and encouraging the mother not to be too hard on herself.
Below are some of the reactions:
While many laughed at the child's “gen Z-level” response, others reminded the mother that children today express their emotions in ways adults may find surprising, and that her openness to improve already shows responsible parenting.
The viral story continues to spark conversations about setting boundaries, ensuring emotional connection, and understanding children's reactions in an era where even young kids have access to mobile phones and digital independence.
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