Kourtney Kardashian’s Early Departure from Kim’s Graduation Sparks Family Feud Over Parenting Styles
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — A recent episode of the Kardashians’ Hulu reality series has brought to light a simmering tension within the famous family, centered on differing approaches to motherhood. Kourtney Kardashian left a surprise graduation party for her sister Kim after only an hour, citing the need to breastfeed her 1-and-a-half-year-old son, Rocky. This decision triggered a heated argument between Kourtney and her sisters Kim and Khloé, who accused her of “mom-shaming” them.
Kourtney, who shares four children—three with her ex Scott Disick and Rocky with husband Travis Barker—explained her strict adherence to a breastfeeding schedule during the episode. “Since I’m on a breastfeeding schedule, I have a maximum time that I will leave the baby, and that’s four hours,” she said. The mother’s commitment to this routine is a key factor in her decision to leave the party early.
Compounding the situation was the seating arrangement at the party. Kourtney had expected to sit next to Kim but found herself placed at the end of the table next to an attorney she barely knew. She described this as a factor in her abrupt departure, stating, “No offense to our attorney, but I don’t know our attorney. I’ve only met her once.”
Khloé Kardashian, who was also present, noted that she and Kourtney were supposed to arrive together but that Kourtney needed more time to prepare, including breastfeeding and getting ready. Khloé suggested that Rocky could have been away from his mother for a longer period, but Kourtney stressed the importance of maintaining her breastfeeding schedule, especially for a child under three years old.
The disagreement escalated when Khloé pointed out that her son was older than Rocky, to which Kourtney replied, “So you should get your ass home, shouldn’t you?” Khloé countered, “I don’t need to!” and later questioned the accusations of mom-shaming in a confessional, saying, “Why are we mom-shaming? I’m with my kids all the time. I just wanna sit here and enjoy a little cake.”
Kim Kardashian also weighed in, branding Kourtney as “very judgmental” and emphasizing that all the sisters prioritize their children. “To judge when you’re not even around to see is why we have such an issue with it,” Kim said.
The clip of the confrontation quickly went viral on social media platforms such as X and TikTok, sparking widespread debate. Many viewers criticized Kourtney’s repeated references to breastfeeding, with some arguing that mothers often leave their children for extended periods for work or other commitments. Others defended Kourtney, noting that her parenting style is simply different and that she was not shaming anyone but rather prioritizing her child’s needs.
Some fans questioned why Kourtney did not bring Rocky to the party, which included other KarJenner children. Meanwhile, others suggested the scene felt orchestrated to revive the family drama reminiscent of the original Keeping Up With the Kardashians series.
This public airing of sibling disagreements over parenting highlights the broader societal conversation about motherhood, work-life balance, and personal choices. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for about the first six months and continued breastfeeding alongside complementary foods for at least one year or longer as mutually desired by mother and infant (CDC Breastfeeding Recommendations). Kourtney’s commitment to her breastfeeding schedule aligns with these guidelines.
As the Kardashians continue to share their personal lives on platforms like Hulu and Disney+, their family dynamics remain a focal point for public discussion, reflecting the complexities many families face in balancing individual needs and collective expectations.
For more information on breastfeeding guidelines, visit the Office on Women’s Health. To explore the latest episodes of the Kardashians, see Disney+.
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