Paris Hiltonis sharing her heartache over the reaction to arecent photoof her 8-month-old son,Phoenix Barron.
On Oct. 19, Hilton, 42, posted a series of photos of her son, whom she shares with her husbandCarter Reum, on Instagram to mark his first trip to New York City. ATikTok userpointed out the negative response the post received, prompting Hilton to reply that her “angel is perfectly healthy” and “just has a large brain.”
Hilton wrote that the public’s response has “deeply” hurt her. “This hurts my heart more deeply than words can describe. I’ve worked hard to cultivate an environment that is all about love, respect, and acceptance, and I expect the same in return,” wrote the new mom.
TheParis in Lovestar added that navigating motherhood as a social media personality has put her under scrutiny.
Paris Hilton Says Her Heart ‘Hurts’ After Comments About Son’s Head.Paris Hilton/Instagram
Paris Hilton/Instagram
Paris Hilton/ Instagram
“I’ve dreamt of being a mom for as long as I can remember,” she explained. “Every day with him is a reminder of what truly matters.”
Hilton concluded, “It’s hard to fathom that there are people in the world who would target such innocence. I hope that people can treat one another with more kindness and empathy.”
Paris Hilton’s response to critics in an Oct. 19 TikTok comment.Paris Hilton/TikTok
Paris Hilton/TikTok
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Hilton and Reum, 42, quietlywelcomed their first childtogether on Jan. 16 via surrogate after tying the knot in 2021. Hilton announced Phoenix’s arrival eight days after his birth onInstagramwith a close-up photo of her holding his hand, writing, “You are already loved beyond words 💙.”
Hilton also told PEOPLE that she and Reum aren’t alone in raising their little guy. They have help from the “Stars Are Blind” singer’s parents — momKathy Hiltonand dadRick Hilton.
“[My parents] are just so obsessed with him,” Hilton said. “I’m always calling my mom and my sister [Nicky Hilton] for advice, and I’m really lucky that I’m so close with my family, so I have such a big support group.”
source: people.com
