Tom, a father from Yorkshire, England, went viral after being criticized online for kissing his five-year-old son, Roman, on the lips. Trolls accused him of confusing his child, spreading bacteria, and setting a bad example, but Tom refused to back down.
Using humor and logic, Tom defended his parenting, saying he would show affection as long as his son is comfortable. Roman even joined in, calling critics “crazy” and proudly saying, “That’s my daddy!”
While some questioned hygiene or safety, many supporters—including parents and professionals—praised Tom for raising his children with love. Tom also pointed out the double standard, noting that similar affection is rarely criticized when shown by mothers.
Despite the backlash, Tom made it clear nothing will change, emphasizing that teaching children love and boundaries starts at home.