US Influencer Sparks Outrage with Video Preparing for Baby's Funeral: A Shocking Display of Grief or Healing

A recent video posted by an American influencer has sparked widespread outrage online, with many viewers expressing their shock and discomfort. The influencer, Karissa Widder, shared a video on her Instagram where she is seen preparing for her baby’s funeral, which has left many people deeply unsettled. In the video, Widder can be seen smiling and twirling in a polka-dot dress, an image that has been difficult for many to reconcile with the somber occasion.

Widder's video includes a text overlay that reads, "Getting ready for my baby’s funeral where I got ready for my wedding." She also shared a scene from her wedding day, further explaining in the caption, "We had her celebration of life when we got married. No better place to celebrate our girl. Thank you One Eleven East for being the beautiful backdrop for the biggest moments of our lives." The post, which has been viewed over 12 million times in just two days, has stirred significant debate online.

Although Widder turned off the comments on her post, the controversy surrounding it has continued to grow. A Reddit user shared the video with the caption, “Today in ‘WTF did I just see?’” This prompted a wave of responses from users who were horrified by the content. One commenter expressed their anger, recalling a similar situation where an Indian couple shared a video of burying their infant, questioning how people could do such things for likes and attention. Another user noted that some people were defending Widder, claiming that her actions were a form of grief expression, but others questioned the authenticity of her sorrow.

Many users shared their own feelings of discomfort, with one person stating that the video disturbed them deeply, especially as they were still mourning their own miscarriage. Another individual remarked that people would only learn the true impact of their actions if social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook were to shut down.

However, not everyone criticized Widder. Some users defended her, suggesting that this was her way of coping with a tragic loss. One Reddit user commented, "It is her way of healing. Her story is heartbreaking. She wants to share it, let her be." Another added that although they did not support the decision to upload the video, they understood that grief can manifest in unpredictable ways, and that Widder might be trying to normalize her emotions during an incredibly difficult time.