Cam Barrett’s childhood was extensively documented and shared on social media by her mother, leading to a lack of privacy and uncomfortable interactions. Some posts, like details about her first period, caused embarrassment and unwanted attention from strangers. Exposure to social media from a young age has left her with anxiety. Parents’ motivations for sharing vary, from connecting with others to monetizing their children’s lives. The case of a US couple losing custody over pranking their children for YouTube underscores the extremes some parents go for engagement.
