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Courier-Mail
14-07-2025
- Health
- Courier-Mail
Why Kristen Doute's baby rules make a lot of sense
Don't miss out on the headlines from Parenting. Followed categories will be added to My News. When The Valley star Kristen Doute laid down her rules for meeting her newborn baby girl, Kaia Lily, the internet did what it does best: it had opinions. The 42-year-old Vanderpump Rules alum, who welcomed her first child with partner Luke Broderick, 34, on June 20, took to Threads to share a no-nonsense list of dos and (mostly) don'ts for those hoping to get close to her daughter. Want to join the family? Sign up to our Kidspot newsletter for more stories like this. 'Don't kiss my baby': Kristen Doute's mum rules are the kind we all need The rules, straight from Kristen herself 'Don't kiss my baby; don't touch her face,' Kristen wrote in a July 7 post. 'If you were out of town, at a party, have even a TICKLE in your throat – don't come over; get that TDAP shot, baby!' The TDAP vaccine (short for tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) is the U.S. equivalent of Australia's whooping cough (pertussis) vaccine. Here, it's recommended that pregnant women receive the vaccine in their third trimester, and anyone planning to be in close contact with the baby should be up to date too. Kristen continued: 'If I'm cool with you holding her, I'll let you know. So please don't ask and make it weird. (Moms – you're not crazy. Babies are small & germs are big.)' She followed up on July 8 in an Instagram Story to explain her approach, saying: 'Thank you, mums and people who just 'hearted' the way that I want to protect my baby… Just support it. It's up to me… I think a lot of mums feel guilty that they don't want to let people hold their baby or get too close. I'm like, 'Hello, it's called boundaries,' and I want her to be healthy and safe. This little nugget.' RELATED: 'Hostile' mum shares 'high intensity' rules for new baby 'The Valley' stars, Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick got engaged in September 2024 I had rules too - and not everyone liked them I had my youngest son during a whooping cough outbreak, and I can tell you - it changes everything. I had rules. Strict ones. No kissing. No cuddles unless you were appropriately vaccinated. No visiting if you'd been travelling, to a party, or had so much as a raspy throat. Some people were understanding. Others acted like I was being dramatic. I was accused of being overprotective. I was told I was making people feel 'unwelcome.' And I definitely felt the chill from people who stayed away altogether. Babies need protection, not politeness But here's the thing: newborns aren't just tiny versions of adults. Their immune systems are immature. A mild illness in us can be really dangerous for them. A sniffle can mean a hospital stay. A kiss can spread viruses like RSV or cold sores that can be life-threatening. And yet somehow, we're made to feel awkward for putting rules in place? Kristen was right when she said, 'Moms – you're not crazy.' Because that's how it feels, especially in the fog of sleep deprivation and postpartum hormones. But boundaries are not only allowed - they're necessary. RELATED: 'This is f'ing brilliant!' Mum's unique rules for newborn visitors Trending in Parenting The hidden cost of being cruel to toddlers on planes Mum baffled after school denied kids leave for holiday It's not about your feelings - it's about their safety As parents, we are the line of defence. If we don't advocate for our babies, who will? Setting boundaries doesn't mean being rude. It means being responsible. And if someone feels a bit miffed that they didn't get to snuggle a six-day-old baby with a runny nose? That's a them problem. So whether you're a reality TV star or just another mum doing her best, your rules are valid. Your boundaries are worth defending. And your baby's health? It's more important than anyone's ego. Originally published as 'Don't kiss my baby': Kristen Doute's baby rules shouldn't be controversial
New York Times
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
A Reality Star's Path From Villain to Unlikely Voice of Reason
In 2013, Kristen Doute was working as a server at the West Hollywood lounge SUR and struggling to make it as an actor when one of the restaurant's owners — Lisa Vanderpump of 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' fame — approached her with the opportunity to be cast in a new Bravo reality show. Called 'Vanderpump Rules,' the show would follow the personal and professional lives of the young staff members at SUR. The two decided to give it a shot, unaware that one day, Ms. Doute's boyfriend at the time, Tom Sandoval, would become the most hated man in the United States, and Ms. Doute would be publicly fired for racist behavior. 'The worst-case scenario is that it doesn't do well and no one ever hears about it again,' Ms. Doute, now 42, said of her decision to join the show during a recent interview. 'Our IMDB pages are not through the roof right now. I think we'll be OK.' After agreeing to join the cast, the two immediately went home and binge-watched MTV's 'The Hills,' one of the most popular reality TV shows of the time. 'We wanted to learn how to, quote, unquote, do reality TV,' Ms. Doute said. Turns out, she did not need the help. With 'Vanderpump,' Ms. Doute quickly became one of the network's biggest reality stars — for better or worse. Since debuting on Bravo screens more than a decade ago, she has been an insatiable vortex for drama, earning the nickname 'Crazy Kristen' for her drunken antics (i.e. throwing a drink on James Kennedy, a castmate), battling with gravity (i.e. tripping over a coffee table on a girls' trip to Solvang, Calif.), and embarking on tireless quests for the truth — or at least her truth. (Her other cast-given nickname is 'Detective Doute.') Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kristen Doute's Firm Rules for Visiting Her Newborn Are a Good Lesson for All New Parents
When a baby is born, parents should be able to focus on bonding together as a new family, but that's rarely the case. Instead, the new parents are often forced to navigate all sorts of outside conflict—from baby name drama to expectations around who can visit the baby and when. Oftentimes those conversations can be tense, especially when it comes to balancing pressure from family to be welcoming while also adjusting to life as an exhausted new parent. But Vanderpump Rules star Kristen Doute avoided all that uncertainty by laying out exactly what the rules are for visiting her new baby—and she didn't hold back. In June 2025, Doute and her fiancé welcomed baby girl Kaia Lily. Earlier this week, a post on her Instagram Threads account revealed what she tells family and friends before they are allowed to meet her baby. First of all, there is no kissing or touching of her face allowed. That seems perfectly reasonable given that babies are vulnerable to germs and us adults are carrying loads of them around with us, whether we know it or not. The next item on the list might prove just a touch more controversial. She writes, 'If you were out of town, at a party, have even a tickle in your throat—don't come over.' Family members who like to socialize or travel or who are less worried about illness might consider this stance paranoid or overly cautious, and even accuse the new parents of trying to intentionally keep the baby away from family. Yes, we know it doesn't sound like a reasonable response, but given some of the things we've read on Reddit, people aren't reasonable when it comes to new babies. Then she lets people know another rule: 'If I'm cool with you holding her, I'll let you know so please don't ask and make it weird.' This one might cause the most people to bristle, but frankly I agree with her stance. Way too many people are comfortable taking a baby out of a new parent's arms without their permission, as though they are entitled to hold the baby, rather than volunteering to help the family with dishes or fold laundry, or simply asking how the new parents are holding up. She adds a reassuring postscript to her note that other moms and new parents might be grateful for: 'Moms–you're not crazy. Babies are small and germs are big.' There are too many new parents out there who report feeling pressured to give in to family members' demands when it comes to the excitement of meeting a new baby. But if you don't feel comfortable letting just anyone interact with your child, that's your call—and it should be respected no matter what. Setting out a clear list of rules from the beginning just like Doute did to create expectations and boundaries might ruffle some feathers, but it can also dispel confusion and prevent miscommunication. You might get some push back, but as all new parents know, your number one priority is to protect your child and minimize your stress. If your friends and family aren't willing to help you on the path, then you might need to revisit letting them visit your baby anyway. Read the original article on Parents
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kristen Doute Shares Her Rules for Family and Friends When Coming Near Her Newborn
Kristen Doute is serious about protecting her baby girl from germs The newly minted mom posted a list of dos and don'ts on Instagram Threads, breaking down how her family and friends should interact with her little one Doute shares her daughter with her fiancé, Luke BroderickKristen Doute is serious about protecting her little girl from germs. In a recent post on Instagram Threads, the Vanderpump Rules star, 42, detailed her parenting rules for all of her friends and family who come into contact with her newborn baby girl, Kaia Lily. "My baby is under a month old & this goes for family & friends," she began before listing her dos and don'ts. "Don't kiss my baby. Don't touch her face. If you were out of town, at a party, have even a TICKLE in your throat - don't come over. Get that TDAP shot, baby!" she continued. "If i'm cool with you holding her, i'll let you know so please don't ask and make it weird 😘😘😘 (moms - you're not crazy. babies are small & germs are big.)" Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The Valley star welcomed her first baby with fiancé Luke Broderick, Doute confirmed on Instagram last month. In the post she wrote on Friday, June 13, she shared her baby girl's name. "We've never known a love like this until you," she wrote. Ahead of welcoming her baby girl, she already had her name picked out. The reality TV star spoke with PEOPLE at the season 2 premiere of The Valley on Thursday, April 10, in Sherman Oaks, Calif., and revealed that she and her then-boyfriend already settled on a name for their daughter. "She is named. She has been named since before we got pregnant, and of course, we had to revisit the name and make sure it did feel right, and it did," Doute told PEOPLE at the time. "And we've been calling her that, especially Luke in the beginning." "It's a little weird for me, because I felt like he was talking to a plant, like saying her name, and be like, 'Oh, you're growing.' I was like, 'This is so weird, you're not here yet!' " she continued. "But now it feels like she's a real baby now, just not out in the world yet," added the newly minted mom. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! In June, Doute shared photos of her baby's nursery and spoke with PEOPLE about how she was feeling as she geared up to welcome her little one. "I am very ready," she admitted at the time. "I'm not going to lie, and I think it's important for moms to not sugar coat anything. I am physically miserable." "She says all the time that she feels 'large and in charge,' " said Broderick. "She's very aware of her body at this moment." Although she was ready to be done, Doute admitted that there was something she was a little anxious about at the time. "I would say I'm the most anxious about actually giving birth, just what the experience will be," she said. "You can have a plan, but there really isn't a plan at the end of the day. It's all up to her." "I would say I'm the most excited about no longer being pregnant! And, as I've said before, just seeing what her personality will be like," she added. Broderick said he just couldn't wait to meet their little one. "I can't wait to touch her and interact with her. I'm very excited," he explained. Read the original article on People
Daily Mail
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Kristen Doute gives birth! The Valley star, 42, welcomes first child with fiance Luke Broderick
Kristen Doute has given birth to her first child - a baby girl - with fiancé Luke Broderick which was shared in a sweet announcement on Friday. The Valley star, 42 - who first revealed that she was expecting baby number one late last year in November - could be seen gently holding the newborn's tiny hand in an adorable photo, per Us Weekly. The image was also shared to the TV personality's main Instagram page where she also unveiled her daughter's full name. In the caption, Doute penned to her 1 million followers: 'Kaia Lily Broderick, we've never known a love like this until you.' And during an interview with the outlet to confirm the big news, Kristen gushed how 'lucky' she feels to be a new mom. 'She's here and we still can't believe it. Luke is even hotter as a dad, and I just feel so lucky.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by kristendoute (@kristendoute)
