Many parents worry about keeping their children safe, but one mother’s strict rules have sparked a heated debate online. Aubrey, a mom of two, shared her parenting approach on TikTok, explaining why she plans to raise her daughter differently from most families.

In her video, Aubrey calmly describes boundaries she believes will protect her child. She says her daughter will never be left alone with a male relative, no matter the relationship. She also refuses sleepovers, even with family, saying safety comes before tradition.

Aubrey adds that she will treat her daughter and son the same, especially when it comes to freedom and responsibility. She believes both deserve equal rules and equal protection. She also insists her children must never keep secrets from her and her husband, calling secrecy a warning sign she won’t ignore.

Her rules extend to adults around her daughter, too. She says her child never has to hug, kiss, or sit on someone’s lap simply because they are family. To her, respect must go both ways, even when dealing with a young child.

Aubrey also plans to homeschool and explore holistic care before turning to traditional medicine. She explains that she wants her daughter to learn confidence, boundaries, and the power of saying no.

Her video drew mixed reactions. Some users felt the rules were too strict and feared her daughter would miss out on childhood memories. Others applauded her for putting safety first, sharing painful experiences from their own childhoods.

In the end, the discussion shows how deeply parents think about keeping their children safe—and how differently that can look from one home to another.