Tom, a loving father from Yorkshire, England, is unapologetic about his affectionate displays towards his five-year-old son, Roman. Despite facing criticism on social media, Tom stands firm in his decision to show his love for Roman, even if it means a kiss on the lips.
Roman, a lively and adorable boy, boldly defends his father, telling the critics, “You are all crazy!”
The bond between a parent and child is a beautiful and lasting one, shaping a child’s morals, values, and personality as they grow. Every parent has their own unique way of raising their kids, influenced by various factors such as culture, social status, health, and personal choice.
Tom, a caring and confident dad, ignores the negative comments from online trolls about his parenting style. He often shares heartwarming videos on TikTok, showcasing his love for his sons, Roman and Raphael Reign, born in May 2023.
Some critics claim that Tom’s affectionate gestures towards Roman are confusing and potentially harmful. However, Tom remains undeterred, stating, “I will keep kissing my son on the lips as long as I think it’s okay and as long as he agrees, because I love him deeply and he’s my closest friend.”
Many supporters praised Tom for his loving actions, with one commenting, “I also share kisses with my kids and grandchildren, and I miss kissing my late father.”
A comment about the risks of transmitting bacteria through kissing prompted Tom to create a humorous response video, joking about the unlikely risk of Roman getting cavities from kisses. Fans dismissed this claim as ridiculous, with one supporter, who is a dentist, encouraging Tom to continue being a loving father.
In early July, Tom posted a viral video with Roman on his lap in the car. The video, which received nearly 579,000 likes, shows Tom reassuring viewers that nothing will change in their relationship. Roman firmly states, “You are all crazy. That’s my daddy!” and they share a kiss.
Supporters defended Tom, praising the father-son bond, and questioning if the criticism would be the same if a mother were kissing her son. Tom responded gratefully to a comment questioning if the issue arose because he is a man, noting the double standard and affirming he would not alter his actions.
In another video, Tom humorously addressed a comment that suggested such affection could lead Roman to think kissing strangers is acceptable. Tom joked about teaching Roman the difference between family affection and inappropriate interactions with strangers like “dodgy Barry.”