Topics: Kourtney Kardashian, Travis Barker, Parenting, Instagram, US News, Celebrity
Kourtney Kardashian Barker has hit back at critics after she was slammed for missing a 'dangerous detail' while on vacation with her son.
The 46-year-old reality TV star has held her hands up to a mistake she apparently made while travelling.
The Lemme founder shared an Instagram post on Friday (August 8) that included an image of her son Rocky, with whom she shares with her husband, Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker.
In the controversial snap, Kourtney could be seen hugging the almost two-year-old while aboard a boat.
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She shared dozens of images of their trip under the caption: "Food for the soul."
However, dozens of critics pointed out a lack of safety for the youngster, slamming the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star for apparently forgetting to use a life vest.
"No life jacket???" read one comment. "And the Mother of the year award goes to..."
A second added: "What no life vests? Isn't that against the law....???"
"Child Endangerment per Idaho law," a third penned in the comments.
Eagle-eyed fans also pointed out there appeared to be a life jacket provided on the boat that was sitting next to the mom in the cute snap.
Over on Reddit, another said: "As cute as that first pic is, is drives me nuts. Kids on boats should always be wearing appropriate life vests and it looks like it’s sitting in the seat right next to them."
"Unless his life jacket covered his mouth, there's no reason he'd have to remove HIS life jacket to have his little boat snack," another said in the discussion.
A third added: "She actually seems to care about her kids, I'm betting she won't make that mistake again."
In response, the celeb then took to her Instagram story to say she'd heard the critics - and has clearly listened by making amends.
"Update: bought a life vest that fits!", she wrote in a caption over a screenshot of her latest purchase.
"Good looking out. Honestly didn't think about some of the dangers," she continued as she thanked her followers for highlighting a danger she was apparently unaware of.
"Thank you for making me aware and hopefully this helps make other mommies aware of the dangers of certain types of boating without a life vest," Kourtney concluded.
Dozens have since retracted their comments and applauded her for admitting the error.
"Her response was refreshingly honest. She thanked the critic for calling her out," wrote another fan. "Took responsibility and bought him a vest, did a call out to other moms. Never too late to learn. She wasn't defensive at all. She loves being a Mom and loves her children!"
Kourtney and Travis welcomed Rocky in November 2023 who had been conceived naturally following five unsuccessful cycles of IVF.
She also shares three other children with her ex partner, Scott Disick: sons, Mason, 15, and Reign, 10, as well as their 13-year-old daughter, Penelope.
