Disneyland outrage after couple left child unattended in stroller while they waited for ride – The Independent
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‘They got the [dad] off of the ride and he left,’ witness told viewers on TikTok
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Two parents allegedly left their child unattended in a blanket-covered stroller so that they could enjoy a ride at Disneyland.
Keesha, a fellow mom, said she spotted the unattended child outside the Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout! entrance in the park before security arrived.
In a video posted to her TikTok account on February 18, which has since garnered over 980,000 views, Keesha captures footage of the parked stroller a few feet away from her.
“I’ve honestly never seen this happen. But why did someone leave their baby here in a stroller while they went to go get on a ride?” she asked before flipping the camera to show the child in question.
“Somebody’s kid is in there,” she said. “And their parents walked into Guardians’ and they have not been back yet.”
Keesha proceeded to claim she heard one parent tell the other, “Oh just put a chair right there to block that side off.”
When Keesha’s TikTok viewers questioned why she didn’t alert any workers, she assured everyone that she had.
“Cast members at the stand next to us were on it,” she wrote in the comments.
She also said the child was seven years old, and to her knowledge, the police never got involved. Disneyland officials later clarified to The Independent that the child was 11 years old, and “resting” in their sibling’s stroller.
“They got the guy off of the ride and he left,” Keesha said of the park workers.
“They gave them back the baby?” one astonished viewer asked, to which Keesha responded: “Yes! And he walked right off!”
One concerned woman wrote: “I can’t understand how parents can do this. They have a rider switch in place for parents. Their priorities are clearly not their child. Very upsetting.”
“That’s absolutely insane. I don’t care how ‘safe’ Disney is, I would never leave my children unattended,” another person agreed.
The “General Walt Disney World” rules for safety state: “Children should be supervised. Guests under age 14 must be accompanied by a Guest age 14 or older to enter a theme park or water park. To board an attraction, children under age 7 must be accompanied by a person age 14 years or older.”
However, parents with young children are able to use “Rider Switch,” a system put in place that allows one adult to skip the line and ride any attraction after the other already has, so long as one of them is watching their child.
According to the official Disneyland website, the Guardians of the Galaxy ride requires all participants to be at least 40 inches tall.
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If you are looking for baby supplies or toys, check out these Ann Arbor shops – MLive.com
Mudpuddles, 407 N. Fifth Ave., in Ann Arbor on Dec. 11, 2024. (Ryan Stanton | MLive.com)Ryan Stanton | The Ann Arbor News
ANN ARBOR, MI — If you have a little one on the way, need to size up gear or even get rid of a plethora of bibs, Ann Arbor has a spot for you.
Check out these places to swap, shop and sell a variety of infant and children’s clothes, toys and other gear.
The Little Seedling, 2121 West Stadium Boulevard, in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021. (Alyte Katilius | MLive.com)Alyte Katilius | MLive.com
From clothes to toys to strollers, The Little Seedling has it all. Find teethers, bibs, outfits, shoes, strollers and more at this children’s one-stop shop.
Originally launched as Tree City Diapers by University of Michigan graduate Molly Ging, the store opened its retail location in 2006, according to its website. The Little Seedling moved to its 2465 W. Stadium Boulevard, Ann Arbor, store in 2022.
The Little Seedling is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Find them online, on social media or by phone at 734-418-2392
Mudpuddles, 407 N. Fifth Ave., in Ann Arbor on Dec. 11, 2024. (Ryan Stanton | MLive.com)Ryan Stanton | The Ann Arbor News
Snuggle up with a new stuffed animal or find a new game at Mudpuddles. Tucked into Kerrytown Markets on Fifth Ave., Mudpuddles carries outdoor toys, puzzles, games, books and LEGOs, among other toys.
Mudpuddles is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Find Mudpuddles online, on social media or by phone at 734-662-0022.
Find stylish clothing for newborn through age 12 at My Urban Toddler, 2631 Plymouth Road, in Ann Arbor. Although the store focuses on “fashionable yet tasteful” clothing, per its website, it also carries toys, books and room décor, among other items.
The store is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Find My Urban Toddler online, on social media or by phone at 734-585-0788
Drowning in bibs? Looking to offload a stroller, high chair or booster seat? Make some extra cash by selling to Once Upon A Child.
Once Upon A Child offers up a variety of clothing, shoes, toys and baby gear.
Parents can also purchase gently used baby gear and clothing from the store, located at 4559 Washtenaw Ave. Once Upon A Child is open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Find them online, on social media or by phone at 734-971-6822.
The Ann Arbor District Library on Fifth Avenue downtown on Nov. 2, 2024. (Ryan Stanton | MLive.com)Ryan Stanton | The Ann Arbor News
Those looking to swap their children’s too-small clothes for a size up – or simply clear out some closet space – can swap and shop at the Ann Arbor District Library’s upcoming event. Drop off gently used children’s supplies at any library branch until April 30, then join the swap from 11 a.m. to noon on May 18.
The event will be held at the downtown location at 343 S. Fifth Ave. Find more information online.
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Elon Musk Welcomes His 14th Child : His Partner Announces the Birth of Their Fourth Baby – Glass Almanac
Elon Musk’s ever-expanding family has grown once again. The billionaire and tech mogul has officially welcomed his 14th child, as confirmed by his partner Shivon Zilis on X (formerly Twitter). The announcement, made on February 28, also revealed the baby’s name and gender, marking another addition to Musk’s already extensive list of heirs.
Shivon Zilis, an executive at one of Musk’s companies, shared the news just after celebrating the first birthday of their daughter, Arcadia. In a heartfelt post, she wrote, “After talking with Elon, and in light of Arcadia’s beautiful birthday, we thought it was best to share directly about our wonderful and incredible son, Seldon Lycurgus.”
Musk, known for his brief but impactful online interactions, responded simply with a heart emoji, leaving fans and followers to fill in the gaps.
Zilis and Musk first made headlines in 2021 when they welcomed twins via IVF, naming them Strider and Azure. In February 2024, they expanded their family again with the birth of Arcadia. Now, with the arrival of Seldon Lycurgus, the couple has four children together.
Musk’s parenting journey began in 2002 when he and his then-wife, Justine Wilson, welcomed their first son, Nevada Alexander. Tragically, Nevada passed away at just 10 weeks old due to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Determined to grow their family, the couple pursued IVF treatments, leading to the birth of twins, Vivian (born Xavier) and Griffin, in 2004, followed by triplets, Kai, Saxon, and Damian, in 2006.
His next chapter in fatherhood came in 2020 with musician Grimes, who gave birth to X Æ A-12, a child who has since made several public appearances alongside Musk. Their family continued to grow with the birth of Exa Dark Sideræl in December 2021 and Techno Mechanicus in June 2022, both born via surrogacy.
Musk’s approach to fatherhood and reproduction has often raised eyebrows, especially given his strong public stance on population decline. In July 2022, he wrote, “I am doing my best to combat underpopulation. The collapse in birth rates is by far the greatest danger civilization faces.” His growing number of children certainly aligns with that belief.
His most recent paternity revelation came in February, when influencer Ashley St. Clair disclosed that she had given birth to a child with Musk five months prior. She also claimed that the billionaire had been completely absent from their son’s life. Musk’s only response? A blunt “Whoa.” A custody hearing for that child, R.S.C, is set for May.
With 14 children from multiple relationships, Musk is no stranger to unconventional family dynamics. Whether his vast brood will one day follow in his footsteps or forge their own paths remains to be seen. But one thing is certain—when it comes to expanding his lineage, Musk shows no signs of slowing down.
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