In 2011, the Sister Wives Blog started out as a place to talk about the TLC reality show "Sister Wives", Kody Brown and his wives Christine, Robyn, Meri and Janelle. A year later, we not only discuss the show, we discuss Polygamy in our society, and the public perceptions of the Mormon religion.
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Friday, October 14, 2011
Baby Watch!
I haven't see any baby news yet-Post if you see it before we do!
Sounds to me like the facebook page stepped on some TLC exclusivity toes and TLC won out. So they (meaning those "millions" of friends) will find out when the REST of the world does.
Checking the papers probably won't help. I used to write birth announcements for a paper that was located right next to a hospital and they only put them in when they had extra room. It could be weeks or months afterward and even then, the parents have to fill out an information sheet at the hospital. I doubt the Browns would be allowed to do that.
Sorry Anony 6:49, but I was voicing my opinion. Hence, the words "Sounds to me..." I wrote in response to Anony 9:33 comments.
Note to readers:
Normally I do not respond to what I consider as flamebait. Today I did so to make a point: On this blog, we welcome ALL opinions. But rest assured, flamebaiting, flamewars and/or just plain rudeness can not and will not be tolerated.
Ya know, I have to wonder, for someone who is always crying and pouty, why she would opt for a home birth with no drugs? I'm just sayin', she seems like such a pansy...
I am sure TLC made the decission to keep the baby's birth quiet not just for ratings but for security.
Let's face it baby boy brown's first public picture would be highly sought after, causing everyone to try to capture the image to sell to the press.
Second, there are insane people in the world, and security for a newborn is needed, thus not saying exactly when he is born, gives a level of safety and privacy for the family and newborn,
I realize they are on tv and thus open themselves up for a lack of privacy, as do many hollywood stars who leave the country or go into hiding when they are due to have a new baby.
Just a bit off topic, I watched a reality show this summer that starred a former MTV reality personality. She said that she has her security send her tweets on twitter because she had to be careful not to give away her exact location at any particular time. At first I didn't understand, but now I can see what she meant.
Makes me nostalgic for the times when you could leave your windows open at night without being afraid!
So, they sold their souls to the devil (i.e. TLC) to finance their religious quest to openly live polygamy (without having to play bankruptcy roulette). Interesting.
How very sad that they cannot announce their baby's birth if/when they want to. In a weird way, TLC's control over the Brown family mimics the patriarchal control that polygamous husbands have, and that some unfairly exert, over their wives. What goes around, comes around.
I'm trying to remember, but wasn't there an actress a couple of years ago that released a picture of her newborn for free to a newspaper (or magazine) in order to thwart paparazzi from making money selling an exclusive picture to tabloids. Does anyone remember her name?
Now, if the Browns signed a contract with TLC giving them exclusive rights (in exchange for green stuff), I can understand them clamping down on the fansites. TLC is maximizing the value of their asset by limiting access and controlling who has the rights to announce when the birth actually happens. Security most definitely plays a part but maybe not for the reason we may believe.
Disclaimer: (I'm using this word correctly Robyn, learn from me) This is my opinion.YMMV.
Someone has bought the bouncer off her list! So, either a rabid fan with a bit more money sent her that or a family member did because the baby has been born already?! The baby should be here by now!
I think Robyn is completely disgusting. Look what she has dragged her other children into, and has the nerve to say shes doing whats best for them? Wow, take a good look outside your rose colored door hon, because you just threw your kids to the wolves who watch every Sunday..
"Robyn:Because she is always seen, and thinks she is so darn cute." (To go with the Ysabel picture.)
ReplyDeleteSo, the baby may or may not have been born already. Over at Facebook, they are suddenly being very ambigious about it. Hmm....
ReplyDeleteAccording to the page, the baby hasn't been born yet but they will not tell anyone when it is. Not until the network does.
ReplyDeleteSounds to me like the facebook page stepped on some TLC exclusivity toes and TLC won out. So they (meaning those "millions" of friends) will find out when the REST of the world does.
ReplyDeleteExclusive rights, you've got to love it!
Well there's always checking the paper for "babies born at xyz hospital" Many papers list them.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. Yes, I'd say TLC wants to direct that.
ReplyDeleteI think she's having a home birth if all goes well.
ReplyDeleteIsn't this where she said she never lets him out of her site? Right before they jog? I thought that was VERY telling.
ReplyDeleteChecking the papers probably won't help. I used to write birth announcements for a paper that was located right next to a hospital and they only put them in when they had extra room. It could be weeks or months afterward and even then, the parents have to fill out an information sheet at the hospital. I doubt the Browns would be allowed to do that.
ReplyDeleteThey didn't step on TLC's toes! Please get your facts straight before you spread more lies!!
ReplyDeleteSorry Anony 6:49, but I was voicing my opinion. Hence, the words "Sounds to me..." I wrote in response to Anony 9:33 comments.
ReplyDeleteNote to readers:
Normally I do not respond to what I consider as flamebait. Today I did so to make a point: On this blog, we welcome ALL opinions. But rest assured, flamebaiting, flamewars and/or just plain rudeness can not and will not be tolerated.
Carry on, everybody! New episode tomorrow!
Amen, sister Cynical! Well Said.
ReplyDeleteShe should have had the baby by now. Wonder how long the netwrk will take to share the news after the baby has been born....
ReplyDeleteYa know, I have to wonder, for someone who is always crying and pouty, why she would opt for a home birth with no drugs? I'm just sayin', she seems like such a pansy...
ReplyDeleteI am sure TLC made the decission to keep the baby's birth quiet not just for ratings but for security.
ReplyDeleteLet's face it baby boy brown's first public picture would be highly sought after, causing everyone to try to capture the image to sell to the press.
Second, there are insane people in the world, and security for a newborn is needed, thus not saying exactly when he is born, gives a level of safety and privacy for the family and newborn,
I realize they are on tv and thus open themselves up for a lack of privacy, as do many hollywood stars who leave the country or go into hiding when they are due to have a new baby.
Excellent points, Anony 12:16.
ReplyDeleteJust a bit off topic, I watched a reality show this summer that starred a former MTV reality personality. She said that she has her security send her tweets on twitter because she had to be careful not to give away her exact location at any particular time. At first I didn't understand, but now I can see what she meant.
Makes me nostalgic for the times when you could leave your windows open at night without being afraid!
I hope someone kisses Kody when Robyn is in labor!!! Better yet, do it in front of her! One up that mean girl.
ReplyDeleteSo, they sold their souls to the devil (i.e. TLC) to finance their religious quest to openly live polygamy (without having to play bankruptcy roulette). Interesting.
ReplyDeleteHow very sad that they cannot announce their baby's birth if/when they want to. In a weird way, TLC's control over the Brown family mimics the patriarchal control that polygamous husbands have, and that some unfairly exert, over their wives. What goes around, comes around.
Ewww! I'd rather kiss Robyn when Kody is in labour.
ReplyDeleteHey Terrasola!
ReplyDeleteI'm trying to remember, but wasn't there an actress a couple of years ago that released a picture of her newborn for free to a newspaper (or magazine) in order to thwart paparazzi from making money selling an exclusive picture to tabloids. Does anyone remember her name?
Now, if the Browns signed a contract with TLC giving them exclusive rights (in exchange for green stuff), I can understand them clamping down on the fansites. TLC is maximizing the value of their asset by limiting access and controlling who has the rights to announce when the birth actually happens. Security most definitely plays a part but maybe not for the reason we may believe.
Disclaimer: (I'm using this word correctly Robyn, learn from me) This is my opinion.YMMV.
Only 4.5 hours to go for the show!! (for me)
i thought angelina jolie did that. or did she make a deal ahead of time with the paparazzi and they would donate the money to her charity?
ReplyDeleteSomeone has bought the bouncer off her list! So, either a rabid fan with a bit more money sent her that or a family member did because the baby has been born already?! The baby should be here by now!
ReplyDeleteCJ - wasn't that Angelina Jolie that did that w/her firstborn? or did she make an advance deal w/paparazzi and that the money would all go to charity?
ReplyDeletecome to think of it, didn't Jennifer Lopez do that, too?
oops, my first post didn't show up so, i re-thunk it and sent a second one. sorry.
ReplyDeleteNo problem, CC. Thanks for the info. I was thinking also maybe Brooke Shields?
ReplyDeleteI think Robyn is completely disgusting. Look what she has dragged her other children into, and has the nerve to say shes doing whats best for them? Wow, take a good look outside your rose colored door hon, because you just threw your kids to the wolves who watch every Sunday..
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