This Expert Suggests Asking Babies’ Consent Before Changing Their Diapers. Is She Right?

Amid the raging discussion about the Me Too movement, an expert has made some claims which would come across as striking, maybe even too new-fangled. Yes, consent is a big deal and the discussion finds more dimensions with each passing day. From showbiz to academics everybody is talking about consent but do babies have anything to do with it?

We only ask because an expert just said the strangest thing about consent. You definitely should ask any person before you engage with them physically or initiate body contact but should you also get permission from babies before you touch them or change their diapers? Because this expert thinks so and is being relentlessly mocked for her views. But is she right?

1What is consent?

Consent is basically the nod from somebody or the permission you acquire before you can initiate any form of physical contact. The issue of consent has been under intense scrutiny lately as a result of the culturally relevant Me Too movement. It is very important not just in specific scenarios but also in relationships when you should always get your partner’s consent before you engage in a physical display of love.

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2In bad dates

You might think consent is crucial in cases like Harvey Weinstein or Louis CK or other predators, but it is also an important issue when you're with a certain person. In the Aziz Ansari case for instance, a woman accused the comedian of being aggressive towards her during a date and behave in a way which she did not consent to. So even when it comes to our regular relationships consent is important.

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3What is the Me Too movement?

Post the unfortunate revelations about the disgraced Hollywood Moghul Weinstein the Me Too movement resonated with women all over the world. Not only did women take to social media to speak up against the crimes committed against them but also came together to change the toxic pattern of male intimidation.

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4What the expert says

Recently sexuality expert Deanne Carson said that she believes that parents should establish a culture of consent in their homes which would be educational for their children. While this is sound advice, what she says next is going to sound pretty ridiculous.