Nama Winston

Sydney

Parenting Editor at News Corp

Parenting Editor @NewsCorp

Articles

Viral TikTok on crowded train car sparks fierce debate: ‘Chivalry for pregnant women doesn’t exist anymore’

1 month ago | nypost.com | Nama Winston

Who would have predicted that pregnancy would become so controversial? Of course, in 2025, that’s mostly thanks to social media. Are pregnant women allowed in pram parks? At the front of the line? Drink a full-coffee coffee? Or, as Franki Bartoli asserts, entitled to a seat on public transport? Franki, who has 35,000 followers on TikTok, posted a clip about the train she was on yesterday.
Mom drops staggering amount on kids’ haircuts: ‘Is that standard?’

1 month ago | nypost.com | Nama Winston

An Aussie mom has sparked a discussion about the cost of kids’ haircuts in these crazy cost-of-living times. Creator @itsjustmilliee posted a clip on TikTok, wanting to know if the staggering amount she just paid for her toddler son’s haircut, and little girl’s fringe trim, was “standard”. Spoiler alert: it’s not. The mom begins in her clip:“I just got my son’s hair cut and my daughter’s fringe trimmed.
This mom’s unique parenting style only has one rule

2 months ago | nypost.com | Nama Winston

A mom of four, Jeri-Leah, has a unique style of parenting, claiming in numerous TikTok posts that her only house rule is that there are NO rules. This means limitless snacks and screen time and no obligation to help with chores whatsoever. A recent clip she posted about her policy has attracted 10 million views and 16.5k comments because, as you can imagine, it’s very divisive.
5-year-old forced to vape in school bathroom by older students

Mar 25, 2025 | nypost.com | Nama Winston

Shocking footage of a 5-year-old being forced to vape in a school bathroom has emerged online. The clip was filmed at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning School. A teacher at the school contacted news site TMJ4 News, who then spoke to the child’s horrified mom. “My daughter told me, and then my niece had said there’s a video, and I was like ‘get the video’,” the woman, who wants to remain anonymous for fear of retaliation, said.
A mom hits ‘new low’ with birthday party request from hosting parent

Mar 21, 2025 | nypost.com | Nama Winston

Host parents demanding things on birthday party invitations have become common in 2025. Certain colors for gifts, paying for food and even ‘tipping’ the parents for organizing the party, are all rogue demands we’ve recently brought to you. But now we have a story about an unheard of request from a guest, and it has most people agog at the entitlement.
'When I'm with the kids and my wife is gone, it's easy as hell'

Mar 18, 2025 | cairnspost.com.au | Nama Winston

Mum and creator Jenna has called out a dad for boasting about his parenting when he has the kids without his wife. “I just saw a video where a dad said, ‘So how are we explaining to our wives that when we're with the kids and they're gone, it's easy as hell?’” Jenna began in a TikTok that's divided parents. She continued, "He didn't stop there. He went further and picked up a shovel and started digging."Want to join the family? Sign up to our Kidspot newsletter for more stories like this.
Couple who takes baby with them on ‘wine walks’ both alarms parents — and inspires them

Mar 18, 2025 | nypost.com | Nama Winston

Momfluencer, Lauren Miller has inspired a new controversial parenting trend — or perhaps exposed a taboo existing one. In one of her most recent clips, in which she playfully captions “Wine walks in the burbs 4 life,” Lauren and her husband pour one glass of wine each and prepare to go on a walk with their baby. Once outside, they have the stroller in hand, and their wine, too. They’re pretty pleased with themselves — but not everyone is pleased with them. Not by a long, ahem, shot.
'You will live an empty life': 38 yo kid-free woman warned

Mar 18, 2025 | cairnspost.com.au | Nama Winston

ParentingDon't miss out on the headlines from Parenting. Followed categories will be added to My News. xOriginally published as 'You will live an empty life': 38 yo kid-free woman warned
Couple goes on 'Wine Walks' with their baby and parents are alarmed/inspired

Mar 17, 2025 | cairnspost.com.au | Nama Winston

ParentingDon't miss out on the headlines from Parenting. Followed categories will be added to My News. Mumfluencer Lauren Miller has inspired a new controversial parenting trend - or perhaps exposed a taboo existing one. In one of her most recent clips, which she playfully captions "Wine walks in the burbs 4 life," Lauren and her husband pour one glass of wine each and prepare to go on a walk with their baby. Once outside, they have the stroller in hand, and their wine, too.
Adolescence: If you haven’t met a kid like Jamie, you’re lucky

Mar 17, 2025 | cairnspost.com.au | Nama Winston

Three months after the Bondi Junction knife attack last year, my son was accosted by a gang of teens at the centre one night. I can't give you too much detail, but one of them spotted him (he was 15 at the time) and co-ordinated a group who was nearby, telling them, "let's get him."He was ultimately saved by the bouncer at the pub next door - an absolute legend of a guy who not only physically yanked him out of the situation, but also gave the group a massive takedown about their behaviour.