Child equestrian influencers

[Muddy unicorn]

I don’t think it’s fair to call a young child ‘pretentious’ - she’s too young to have any say and she’s had her entire life monetised on social media so presumably in a weird way it’s all completely normal to her. The people who should be being called out are her parents and the many companies who are exploiting her and her young fans for commercial gain.

 

[SaddlePsych'D]

I'm heavily against children being plastered all over SM anyway but the one that gets me really cross is Frankies Ponies, with the mother posting all her child's medical information and even pictures of her unwell in the back of an ambulance. It's gross.

 

[equinerebel]

The very fact that we’re discussing literal children shows what the problem with this sh*t is. Parents profiting of their children online opens them up to constant opinions and speculation - all of which can be seen by them, peers, and any future employers.

I actually think HLW is one of the “better” ones that are sadly out there, but it shouldn’t exist at all. She’s a kid. Let her be a kid with all the safety of privacy she deserves.

By all means discuss the parents. They’re adults who can consent to putting themselves out there for scrutiny. But we shouldn’t be discussing children.

 

[greenbean10]

I'm heavily against children being plastered all over SM anyway but the one that gets me really cross is Frankies Ponies, with the mother posting all her child's medical information and even pictures of her unwell in the back of an ambulance. It's gross.

This! Anyone who thinks Harlow is bad should watch Frankie’s ponies, it’s absolutely terrifying.

 

[SpotsandBays]

I'm heavily against children being plastered all over SM anyway but the one that gets me really cross is Frankies Ponies, with the mother posting all her child's medical information and even pictures of her unwell in the back of an ambulance. It's gross.

I agree, just plain awful!!
One day she’s posting about her being in hospital with awful seizures, then the next day competing?

 

[SaddlePsych'D]

This! Anyone who thinks Harlow is bad should watch Frankie’s ponies, it’s absolutely terrifying.

Although I hope they don't watch and give the satisfaction of more views/attention.

 

[SaddlePsych'D]

Possibly interesting development here, Everyday Eventers has posted about it on Instagram. Apparently Champion gave changed their policy regarding sponsorship/working with influencers under 18. I have contacted Champion to ask if this is accurate but if so I think this is a big positive step forward.

 

[Burnerbee]

Look up Raleigh Link on YouTube - absolutely incensed by Harlow’s mum. I don’t always entirely agree with RL, but I do like how she just says it as she sees it and is more than happy to stare down critics.

 

[SaddlePsych'D]

 

[SaddlePsych'D]

Finest Brands includes Champion and Toggi, I believe.

 

[vam]

Possibly interesting development here, Everyday Eventers has posted about it on Instagram. Apparently Champion gave changed their policy regarding sponsorship/working with influencers under 18. I have contacted Champion to ask if this is accurate but if so I think this is a big positive step forward.

EE is now getting grief from Frankie's ponies followers as she included them in the screen shot. She actually told her follower to report Everyday Eventers for bullying, the irony is lost on her I feel. EE was not bullying at all, just pointing out that it was a good step forward, Frankies Ponies comes across as throwing a tantrum because she will get less free stuff and someone doesnt agree with them.
Personally I agree with everything EE has said. the young kids dont fully understand what they are consenting to and have no concept on how much of a pit the web can be. Having a go at EE for posting pics without her consent is exactly what she herself is doing and lets face it, you put it out in public, you lose control of it.
I applaud Finest Brands and it is definitely a step forward.

 

[Kaylum]

If companies supported charities instead of giving people expensive gifts, they would be much more respected. It's very rarely they do.

I can't stand the thanks for the gift I am going to.open it and everyone can be jealous/want the same sort of thing.

Whereas a charity struggling to make ends meet might be able to use the publicity/product to help them with their work.

 

[scats]

Parents who exploit their children as a way of getting free stuff and attention really are pathetic. The trouble with social media is that it gives a platform to certain types of people who crave the ‘fame’.
I don’t follow Frankie but I’ve heard enough about the mother to recognise the type of person she is. Filming her child when she is unwell and broadcasting it online is disgusting and why any sane mother would do that, I don’t know. She ought to be ashamed of herself.