Op-Ed: Why Nelly’s Refusal To Change Diapers Sparks A Bigger Parenting Conversation

A tough conversation between Ashanti and Nelly’s opposing parenting values is sparking an engaging conversation online.

Nelly and Ashanti’s new reality TV show has aired and already has fans talking. On the show, titled Nelly and Ashanti: We Belong Together, the married couple had a difficult conversation about parenting. While the two were eating a meal, Ashanti explained that she was overwhelmed with caring for their son Kareem Kenkaide Haynes and doesn’t understand why Nelly isn’t more hands on.

“It’s just with the baby it’s a lot,” said Ashanti during their conversation.

“Well listen, it’s all you I ain’t even gonna lie. You know, I ain’t got nothing for him,” Nelly replied, referring to baby KK.

“I’m trying to understand how is it that you sleep through when he starts crying?” Ashanti asked.

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