Couple Faces Public Backlash After Giving Up Their Son For Questionable Reasons
A horrid predicament burdened Myka and James Stauffer after they adopted a child from China: They were in over their heads, and they questioned whether they were the right fit for their fresh-faced little boy. Nevertheless, they documented their whole adoption journey for everyone on YouTube to see. That's why people started asking questions when, without announcement, the little boy stopped appearing in family videos.
Myka and James Stauffer
YouTuber Myka Stauffer and her husband, James Stauffer, produce videos that share lifestyle and parenting tips, as well as their own family dynamic. These kinds of content creators, called "family vloggers," are criticized for exploiting their children for views and cash.
Big Announcement
But Myka and James, who are now parents to four biological children, received a wave of scrutiny after a certain incident had people questioning their motives. The story began in July 2016, when Myka uploaded a video to her channel titled "BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!! || BABY #4."
First-Time Adoptive Parents
On Myka's channel, the couple disclosed they were looking to adopt their fourth child. Myka explained that "the United States and Africa were parts where our hearts were originally interested in," regarding where to adopt from.
A Lengthy Journey
The Stauffers had every intention of letting their devoted subscribers in on the entirety of the adoption process. No, really; Myka uploaded a total of 27 videos to her channel regarding the ins and outs of their "adoption journey."
