Jania Meshellthe mother of one of the NBA YoungBoy’s Children, defends her decision to cut her son’s hair after people questioned his gender.
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Jania defends the change in her son’s appearance
Jania Meshell addressed comments about her son Kacey’s new look during an Instagram Live.
She explained that she cut off his braids because they were both tired of people thinking he was a girl.
“People act like they don’t know the difference between a girl and a boy. Just because someone has hair doesn’t mean they’re a girl.” Jania said during the livestream.
The influencer added that Kacey’s constant worry about what people would say prompted her to step in and help him feel more comfortable in public.
Jania Meshell also shared that the decision boosted Kacey’s confidence.
“Kacey is not upset about it. Kacey has a whole new confidence. Guys, he just feels so confident now. And you can tell by his behavior that he’s happy.” explained Jania.
Reactions on social media
The housemates were quick to respond to Jania’s statement under The Shade Room’s Instagram account, defending her decision and saying she doesn’t owe anyone an explanation for her choice.
Instagram user @kayleedaje wrote: “Bullying children is weird behavior either way.”
Instagram user @king_hump_ wrote: “Her child, her decision, she doesn’t even have to explain it.”
While Instagram user @fresco636 wrote: “She wants her son to be viewed and treated according to his actual gender 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. I completely agree!”
Another Instagram user @love_janyll wrote: “To everyone in these comments, keep your sons hair… good for ALL OF YOU! She is an AMAZING mother who listens to her child! And supports him.”
Then Instagram user @jay.pretty.ass wrote: “Who makes a whole video about cutting their son’s hair? 😩😩 why?”
Most recently Instagram user @thehealinggyal wrote: “GIn real life, do whatever you want with your own child. You don’t have to explain anything.”
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What do you think, roommates?
